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Joshua Nakata Obituary
"JOSH"Joshua Kalai Nakata, age 23, lost his life in the surf at Banzai Pipeline, Hawaii, Sunday, March 16, 2008
He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, where he lived most of his life. He spent 5 years in Pensacola as a child.
Josh was a driver for United Parcel Service. When he wasn't at work or with his family, he was out in the surf, sometimes seven days a week. Surfing was his passion and he was an excellent boarder. Joshua loved the ocean and is now free to ride the waves of his choice. He was a loving son, brother and was a friend to all who met him.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Eliseo J. Dungca.
He is survived by his parents, Gary and Belinda Nakata; his brothers Gary Kalai Nakata, Jr. and Chaz Kalai Nakata; and his sister Rosalena Malia Nakata, all of Oahu, Hawaii. He also leaves his tutu (grandmother) Rosalena Marie Dungca of Pensacola, Florida as well as numerous uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.
The family will receive friends and family 4:30 p.m., Monday, March 24, 2008 at Mililani Mortuary Mauka Chapel, with a prayer service and memorial following at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 26, 2008 .at St. John Catholic Church, Mililani.
There will be a private beachside service to distribute Joshua's ashes into the ocean where he will always be smiling and watching over us.
MILILANI MEMORIAL PARK AND MORTUARY 94-560 Kamchamcha Highway Waipahu, HI 96797 is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Nakata
Jennifer Ryan
March 26, 2008
We are praying for your family at this time. We have such happy and fun memories of Josh.
We love and miss you -
The Ryan Family
Cyndi Fischer
March 25, 2008
Belinda and Family,
Our hearts and prayers reach out to you in this difficult time. We loved Josh and remember him playing with the boys when we lived in Hawaii. He will watch over us all now until we meet him again. Always, Cyndi, Rick, Chris and Alex Fischer (Jenni's sister's family)
Lawrence Family
March 24, 2008
Our hearts go out to all that knew and loved Josh. Our prayers go out to the family now and always.
We love you!
The Lawrence's
Steve Barroga
March 24, 2008
Belinda, Lena and Danny,
The Barroga Family is deeply saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May god bless and be with you.
Jean, Jessie, Steve And Deedee Barroga
Cynthia Perkins
March 23, 2008
I remember when Josh was here several years ago and we went jet skiing at the beach with Danny, my daughter (haleigh) and my nephews! He was so much fun to be with and we had an awesome time that day. He went out once on the smaller jet ski and jumped a wave. The jet ski flew into the air one way and he went the other. Needless to say, he was quite fearless.... and kind and always smiling. The short time I was around him was a blessing.
Belinda, you guys are in my thoughts and prayers! I pray that God will hold you all close and comfort you at this time and always.
~Phil 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strenghthens me!~
Love and Blessings, Cynthia and Haleigh
matthew eisenhart
March 23, 2008
All i can say is wow.. Josh and i grew up on picking back and forth at each other when i lived in pensacola, we were just little boys but he made a life long impact on the way that i viewed life.. he was cheery and bright to the fullest. but he will always remain in my heart that way..
God bless you Josh and bless the family.... for you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Eisenhart
March 23, 2008
Words cannot describe how you must feel. Josh was a sunny happy child when he lived across the street from us. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jennifer Eisenhart and family
Aunty Love you
Charmaine & Andy Estives
March 22, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Leonard Duvall
March 22, 2008
JOSH,
Your life on this earth ended much to soon! However you passed into the after life doing the one thing you loved surfing at one of your favorite spots. You will be missed by all the Duvall's. Peggy, Nicole,Brad and myself.
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