"Aunty Genoa"
October 31, 1918 - February 25, 2008
Aunty Genoa, this is how she was known by many. Wether they were related or not everyone who came in cantact with her, loved her just the same. From Hawaii to Japan, she entertained many.
I was fortunate to call her Grandma, even though there is no blood relation. My mother adopted her as a mom, long before I was even a breath from my mothers lips. They had a special relationship as hanai mother/daughter and also with music. It was a passion and gift to both of them.
I feel so lucky that I was honored in this life to have known Genoa Keawe. I remember visiting her home in Papakolea when I was a young girl. She used to wake us each morning singing hawaiian mele's with so much nahenahe. She always made you smile and always embraced you with true aloha.
I will miss you're charming smile, you're sweet voice, and the warmth of your spirit...
Aloha oe, Tutu
2 comments:
That was beautiful Nahe. I am sorry for you loss, she will truly be missed by many.
I'm sorry about your loss. There is a lady who used to be in our ward like that. Everyone called her grandma and she loved everyone like they were in her family. That was a beautiful story.
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