Nobue Hamada

Nobue Hamada obituary

Nobue Hamada

Nobue Hamada Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 11, 2025.
Nobue Hamada, 97, of Keaau died on Aug. 1 at her home. Born in Keaau, she was a retired seamstress for the former Kamehameha Garment Factory and member of the Puna Hongwanji Mission. Private services will take place at a later date. Family requests no flowers and no koden (monetary gifts). Survived by children, Larry (Jenny) Hamada of Keaau, Gail (George) Rapoza of Keaau, Nellie Hamada of Keaau; six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews.

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