R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

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Kale

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This is a final farewell to my father, retired Master Sergeant, Vietnam Veteran, Master Diver and Master Fisherman, Musician, Husband and Grandfather, John Kainoa Jr.

He was known as "The Man From Hana", "Jonny Boy", and the Elvis of Maui High School. He fought a long battle with Multiple Myeloma for the last five years and passed away May 17th, 2005 at Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, WA. He was 65.

Video: [link:www.kalekainoa.com/video/dad_5.wmv|John Kainoa Jr.]

Maybe now I can get back to life as usual.

Kale
 
RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

Sorry about your loss Kale. I think we are about the same age. Went through the same thing a few years ago with my mother. You are totally right. You feel guilty for saying it, but when death finally comes for a person with terminal illness, it is a relief. The pain is finally over. Every day gets a little easier

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RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

I'm sorry about your loss.

That was a nice video. You have a bunch of pictures of him with a smile holding huge fish :) ... and one picture of him holding a tiny fish frowning :(
 
RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

Kale, my condolences to you, your family and friends.
 
RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

Thanks everyone for all the nice comments. In some small way his memory is still alive on the Internet.

Kale
 
RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

Kale,
Sorry to hear about your loss. I lost my Mother a few months ago and it's a difficult thing to deal with.
 
RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

Sorry for your loss, Kale. I just lost my mom last July. She battled Rheumatoid Arthritis for many years. It's hard when you lose them, but I'm glad she's free from suffering.
 
RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

Kale,

I wish to express my sincere condolences on the loss of your father. He apparently was a man who was good and true to his family and country. Your memory of him will always be you.

Alexander
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RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

My condolences, Kale. Both my parents are really up there in years - I know it's only a matter of time.Thankfully, they're still healthy, but it reminds me how important it is to spend time with our parents while we're still able.

John
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RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

My condolences are extended to you and your family, as well. I've visited Hana, and it will remind me of your father now, whenever I return again. I, and I'm sure the rest of the LOD community, stand ready to "Kokua" you and your family.

Jeff
 
RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

Kale,
My thoughts are with you right now. I haven't lost a parent. I fear the day. You must be very proud of your father, and it's quite touching for you to share your heart-felt grace for him here, amoung friends, near or far.


I'll share with you some words I thought to write. I have never met you, but I will try to help you see my thoughts...perhaps you will find they fit, perhaps you wont, but I'll let you read them if you wish.


My condolensces to you and your family, and your friends who hurt with you. May your days turn to sunshine, with warm thoughts of a man who left his mark on your world. For him, it isnt over...it has just begun. You are now coming to a new beginning...living to be the person he always knew you were. His child...keep thoughts of him close...he knows how you felt, and how you feel now.

Always remember, honor his memory, and remember his honor. That is what life is all about...creating memories...and you know deep down, he did a wonderful job of that. He was "good" at life...now it's your time to live as he would have wanted you to...remembering him at his best. That is what we all want. There is no shame in relief. Sadness will soon be replaced with laughter...of the good times. His suffering is over. He has paid his toll. His path is open to new life...your prayers, as guilty as you may have felt to ask them...were answered. Gone is his pain, replaced only by yours.

They say, time heals all wounds. I dont know this to be true...it is the memories of smiles, laughter, relief and self-pity that help pave the way for wounds to heal.

Depending on YOUR beliefs of life after death...you may find this thought very comforting. Your father may be praying now...praying that you will someday, bring all of your new memories to share with him. He will want you to bring many memories to share, so now is the time to start creating as many memories as you can...you dont want to disappoint him with only a short few. Live long, and live big...he would have wanted it that way.

If I am out of place, I apologize. I am only hoping to comfort a fellow man who has suffered a loss. If I was able to help you think a few happy thoughts for a moment...it is not my words that did that...it is your memory of him. It just so happens that reading my words might have made you think of him...which is my only intention. I mean well. I promise.


The movie...I am speechless. Perfect.





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RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

Thanks for sharing your tribute. That was inspirational. God bless.
 
RE: R.I.P. Ret. MSG John Kainoa Jr.

WOW! Thanks BlackIce, and thanks again to everyone else who commented.

Kale
 
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