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1990ʻs OVS Photographs

July 14, 2025
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1990ʻs, OVS History
Gov. John Waihee with former prisoners of war after presenting the men with belated war decorations.
Gov. John Waihee with former prisoners of war after presenting the men with belated war decorations.
A veterans counselor informs a veteran of available benefits and services.
A veterans counselor informs a veteran of available benefits and services.
(Pictures from the 1990 Annual Report)
The Office of Veterans Services increased the number of veterans and dependents it served by 11 percent in 1991. World War I veterans, shown here, are among this group.
The Office of Veterans Services increased the number of veterans and dependents it served by 11 percent in 1991. World War I veterans, shown here, are among this group.
Advisory Board on Veterans Services (seated left to right}: Walter J. Hayes, John Iwamoto, Louis Kaoiwi, Barrie Trebor-McConnel, Judith Worobe and Alfred Los Banos.
Advisory Board on Veterans Services (seated left to right}: Walter J. Hayes, John Iwamoto, Louis Kaoiwi, Barrie Trebor-McConnel, Judith Worobe and Alfred Los Banos.
(Pictures from the 1991 Annual Report)
Mr. John Utley
Mr. John Utley, counselor, Office of Veterans
Services. Recently retired from the Army, Utley served with the 173rd Airborn Brigade in the Republic of Vietnam. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and business administration from the University of Hawaii, West Oahu.
Mr. William Rodgers
Mr. William Rodgers, cemetery superintendent. Office of Veterans Services. Born and raised in Virginia, Rodgers retired from the Air Force and previously worked for the National Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl. He and his wife, Yuki Yang. have five children.
(Pictures from the 1991 April – June Pūpūkahi)
Richard T. Yoneyama, Office of Veterans Services, cemetery operations assistant. Enlisted in the active Army in 1953, Yoneyama retired as a personnel officer with the 25th Infantry Division in 1974. He was born and raised on Maui and holds an associates degree from Leeward Community College. He and his wife, Arlene, have a son and a daughter.
Richard T. Yoneyama, Office of Veterans Services, cemetery operations assistant. Enlisted in the active Army in 1953, Yoneyama retired as a personnel officer with the 25th Infantry Division in 1974. He was born and raised on Maui and holds an associates degree from Leeward Community College. He and his wife, Arlene, have a son and a daughter.
Geraldine Y. Oka, Office of Veterans Services, secretary. An Aiea High School graduate, Oka has a bachelors degree in fashion merchandising from the University of Hawaii. She and her husband, Sigmund, have two sons, Jack and Clint.
Geraldine Y. Oka, Office of Veterans Services, secretary. An Aiea High School graduate, Oka has a bachelors degree in fashion merchandising from the University of Hawaii. She and her husband, Sigmund, have two sons, Jack and Clint.
(Picture from the 1991 October – December Pūpūkahi)
Lt. Gen. Frank F. Ledford, Surgeon General of the U.S. Army, and Larry S. K. Lee, director of the Office of Veterans Services, unveil the plaque dedicating the Veterans Park at Tripler Army Medical Center.
Lt. Gen. Frank F. Ledford, Surgeon General of the U.S. Army, and Larry S. K. Lee, director of the Office of Veterans Services, unveil the plaque dedicating the Veterans Park at Tripler Army Medical Center.
(Picture from the 1992 Annual Report)
Tripler veteran's park Lt. Gen. Frank F. Ledford, the Surgeon General, U.S. Army, and Larry S. K. Lee, director, Office of Veterans Services, unveil the plaque dedicating the Veteran's Park at Tripler Army Medical Center. The park includes three pavilions and is located behind the hospital's E Wing.
Tripler veteran’s park
Lt. Gen. Frank F. Ledford, the Surgeon General, U.S. Army, and Larry S. K. Lee, director, Office of Veterans Services, unveil the plaque dedicating the Veteran’s Park at Tripler Army Medical Center. The park includes three pavilions and is located behind the hospital’s E Wing.
(Picture from the 1992 February – March Pūpūkahi)
The Office of Veterans Services announced the appointment of Patricia Hammon to the Commission for Memorials for the Korean and Vietnam conflicts. Hammon, a nurse and Vietnam veteran, replaces Don Gillum who passed away in late 1989
The Office of Veterans Services announced the appointment of Patricia Hammon to the Commission for Memorials for the Korean and Vietnam conflicts. Hammon, a nurse and Vietnam veteran, replaces Don Gillum who passed away in late 1989
(Picture from the 1992 April – May Pūpūkahi)
Mila Medallon
Mila Medallon
Jack Smythe (left) and Alfred Los Banos, of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, salute the soldiers and sailors lost in the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor during commemoration ceremonies on the USS Arizona Memorial, Dec. 7.
Jack Smythe (left) and Alfred Los Banos, of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, salute the soldiers and sailors lost in the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor during commemoration ceremonies on the USS Arizona Memorial, Dec. 7.
(Pictures from the 1992 November – December Pūpūkahi)
A Vietnam veteran prepares the ground to lay a plaque at the veterans memorial in Hilo, Hawaii, Feb. 27, 1993. The plaque honors his brother who died during the Vietnam conflict.
A Vietnam veteran prepares the ground to lay a plaque at the veterans memorial in Hilo, Hawaii, Feb. 27, 1993. The plaque honors his brother who died during the Vietnam conflict.
(Picture from the 1993 Annual Report)
Hawaii designated World War II commemorative site Adm. Charles Larson, commander in chief, U.S.Pacific Command, presents Gov.John Waihee with a commemorative flag at a Dec. 28 ceremony designating the State of Hawaii a World War II (WWII) Commemorative Community. The Commemorative Community program, sponsored by the Department of Defense, encourages communities to mark the 50th anniversary of WWIl and learn from the war's history. During the five-year anniversary period, ending on Veterans Day 1995, the state will be expected to host a number of activities honoring those who served in WWII. Hawaii was also chosen to host the final celebration, in 1995, commemorating the war's end.
Hawaii designated World War II commemorative site Adm. Charles Larson, commander in chief, U.S.Pacific Command, presents Gov.John Waihee with a commemorative flag at a Dec. 28 ceremony designating the State of Hawaii a World War II (WWII) Commemorative Community. The Commemorative Community program, sponsored by the Department of Defense, encourages communities to mark the 50th anniversary of WWIl and learn from the war’s history. During the five-year anniversary period, ending on Veterans Day 1995, the state will be expected to host a number of activities honoring those who served in WWII. Hawaii was also chosen to host the final celebration, in 1995, commemorating the war’s end.
(Picture from the 1993 January – February Pūpūkahi)
Earl Pajari, veterans services counselor, Office of Veterans Services. Pajari received his undergraduate degree from Willamette University. Previously an active duty naval intelligence officer for 20 years, Pajari and his wife, Carole, have two sons.
Earl Pajari, veterans services counselor, Office of Veterans Services. Pajari received his undergraduate degree from Willamette University. Previously an active duty naval intelligence officer for 20 years, Pajari and his wife, Carole, have two sons.
(Picture from the 1993 July – August Pūpūkahi)
State-wide memorial services Page 4
State-wide memorial services Page 4
REMEMBERING--Ben Tamashiro recalls his days in a military hospital. Tamashiro was the featured speaker at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery, Nov. 11.
REMEMBERING–Ben Tamashiro recalls his days in a military hospital. Tamashiro was the featured speaker at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery, Nov. 11.
(Pictures from the 1993 November – December Pūpūkahi)
Feliciano A. Dona
Feliciano A. Dona
Joseph A. Shorba
Joseph A. Shorba
(Pictures from the 1994 January Pūpūkahi)
Terry L. Valente, clerk-typist, Office of Veterans Services. Valente and her husband, Lambert, have three children. She enjoys photography and sewing.
Terry L. Valente, clerk-typist, Office of Veterans Services. Valente and her husband, Lambert, have three children. She enjoys photography and sewing.
Jackie Young
Jackie Young
Los Banos
Los Banos
(Pictures from the 1994 February – March Pūpūkahi)
Hawaii veteran Alfred "Freddy" Los Banos, a member of President Clinton's American Battle Monuments Commission, met with the president while in Europe to tour the American military cemeteries in Rome, Anzio, Florence, Paris and Normandy and attended ceremonies marking the 50th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy, June 6. Los Banos is very active in Hawaii veterans' issues through his work with the Office of Veterans Services Advisory Board and Korean Vietnam Memorials Commission.
Hawaii veteran Alfred “Freddy” Los Banos, a member of President Clinton’s American Battle Monuments Commission, met with the president while in Europe to tour the American military cemeteries in Rome, Anzio, Florence, Paris and Normandy and attended ceremonies marking the 50th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy, June 6.
Los Banos is very active in Hawaii veterans’ issues through his work with the Office of Veterans Services Advisory Board and Korean Vietnam Memorials Commission.
(Picture from the 1994 June – July Pūpūkahi)
Viduya
Viduya
THANKS FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE -- Larry Lee speaks to the individuals gathered at his surprise luncheon, after receiving a number of gifts in honor of his retirement as director of the State Department of Defense Office of Veterans Services.
THANKS FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE — Larry Lee speaks to the individuals gathered at his surprise luncheon, after receiving a number of gifts in honor of his retirement as director of the State Department of Defense Office of Veterans Services.
FOND FAREWELL --(Left) Carswell J. Ross, veterans services coordinator at the Office of Veterans Services, presents Larry Lee with a plaque in appreciation of his service to the state agency.
FOND FAREWELL –(Left) Carswell J. Ross, veterans services coordinator at the Office of Veterans Services, presents Larry Lee with a plaque in appreciation of his service to the state agency.
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ovs director retires page 3
(Pictures from the 1994 November – December Pūpūkahi)
MEMORIAL FACELIFT-- Veterans from the 45th Infantry, 5th Regimental Combat Team and the Special Forces Association sprays cleaner and polish the Korean-Vietnam Memorials in May. let Lt. Charles J. Anthony photo
MEMORIAL FACELIFT– Veterans from the 45th Infantry, 5th Regimental Combat Team and the Special Forces Association sprays cleaner and polish the Korean-Vietnam Memorials in May. let Lt. Charles J. Anthony photo
(Picture from the 1995 Annual Report)
The Advisory Board on Veterans Services meets the first Friday of every month to discuss issues that pertain to the state's 120,000 veterans. Here the board meets at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) building. Photo by Deborah M.S. Murray
The Advisory Board on Veterans Services meets the first Friday of every month to discuss issues that pertain to the state’s 120,000 veterans. Here the board meets at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) building. Photo by Deborah M.S. Murray
(Picture from the 1996 Annual Report)
FIRST HAND INFORMATION U.S. Sen. Daniel K. Inouye speaks with Hawaii veterans about issues and policies at the Capital building in June. Sgt. 1st Class Stephen M. Lum photo
FIRST HAND INFORMATION U.S. Sen. Daniel K. Inouye speaks with Hawaii veterans about issues and policies at the Capital building in June. Sgt. 1st Class Stephen M. Lum photo
TRIBUTE TO HEROES- U.S. Army veterans Clayton Murakami and Sus Agena present a wreath during the National Korean War Armistice Day commemoration held at the Korean Memorial, State Capitol grounds, July 27. Capt. Steve C. Lai photo
TRIBUTE TO HEROES- U.S. Army veterans Clayton Murakami and Sus Agena present a wreath during the National Korean War Armistice Day commemoration held at the Korean Memorial, State Capitol grounds, July 27. Capt. Steve C. Lai photo
COLORS RETIRE - The Hawaii Air National Guard's ceremonial Royal Guard retire the State Flag after the Veterans Day ceremony at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery. The Royal Guard earned the HIANG's community service unit award. Sgt. 1st Class Wayne T. Iha photo
COLORS RETIRE – The Hawaii Air National Guard’s ceremonial Royal Guard retire the State Flag after the Veterans Day ceremony at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery. The Royal Guard earned the HIANG’s community service unit award. Sgt. 1st Class Wayne T. Iha photo
WITH ALL OUR HEARTS - Gov. Benjamin j. Cayetano, joined by retired veterans Sgt. Maj. Allan J. Kellogg Jr. and Master Sgt. Alfred Los Banos, place a wreath at the annual Veterans Day ceremony at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery. Sgt. 1st Class Wayne T. Iha photo
WITH ALL OUR HEARTS – Gov. Benjamin j. Cayetano, joined by retired veterans Sgt. Maj. Allan J. Kellogg Jr. and Master Sgt. Alfred Los Banos, place a wreath at the annual Veterans Day ceremony at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery. Sgt. 1st Class Wayne T. Iha photo
Sgt. Maj. Leighton Siu, of the Hawaii Army National Guard, recites "America, and Why I Love Her" as Lt. Gov. Mazie Hirano, Adm. Joseph W. Prueher, commander in chief, U.S. Pacific Command, and Maj. Gen. Edward V. Richardson, the adjutant general, look on during the Memorial Day services at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery. Deborah M. Sanders Murray photo
Sgt. Maj. Leighton Siu, of the Hawaii Army National Guard, recites “America, and Why I Love Her” as Lt. Gov. Mazie Hirano, Adm. Joseph W. Prueher, commander in chief, U.S. Pacific Command, and Maj. Gen. Edward V. Richardson, the adjutant general, look on during the Memorial Day services at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery. Deborah M. Sanders Murray photo
(Pictures from the 1997 Annual Report)
REMEMBERING OUR HEROS - Gov. Benjamin J. Cayetano shares a moment wit Mrs. Shirley Ikeuchi, the widow of 1st Lt. John K. Kauhaihao, after the 29th Infantry Brigade's 30th commemoration of the 1968 call-up in May. The lieutenant was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for saving his platoon during a patrol in Vietnam. Sgt. 1st Class Wayne T. Iha photo
REMEMBERING OUR HEROS – Gov. Benjamin J. Cayetano shares a moment wit Mrs. Shirley Ikeuchi, the widow of 1st Lt. John K. Kauhaihao, after the 29th Infantry Brigade’s 30th commemoration of the 1968 call-up in May. The lieutenant was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for saving his platoon during a patrol in Vietnam. Sgt. 1st Class Wayne T. Iha photo
GETTING DOWN AND DIRTY - John Tupasi, a member of Veterans of Foreign War, Post 3292, weeds the grounds of the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery, during the national Make a Difference Day. Deborah M. Sanders Murray photo
GETTING DOWN AND DIRTY – John Tupasi, a member of Veterans of Foreign War, Post 3292, weeds the grounds of the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery, during the national Make a Difference Day. Deborah M. Sanders Murray photo
TRIBUTE TO HEROES- U.S. Army veterans Clayton Murakami and Sus Agena present a wreath during the National Korean War Armistice Day commemoration held at the Korean Memorial, State Capitol grounds, July 27. Capt. Steve C. Lai photo
TRIBUTE TO HEROES- U.S. Army veterans Clayton Murakami and Sus Agena present a wreath during the National Korean War Armistice Day commemoration held at the Korean Memorial, State Capitol grounds, July 27. Capt. Steve C. Lai photo
HONORING THEIR COMRADES - Maj. Gen. Edward V. Richardson, the adjutant general, renders honors to the federal and state flags, during the Kauai Veterans Parade in November 1997. 2nd Lt. Vincent A. Maloney-Cui photo
HONORING THEIR COMRADES – Maj. Gen. Edward V. Richardson, the adjutant general, renders honors to the federal and state flags, during the Kauai Veterans Parade in November 1997. 2nd Lt. Vincent A. Maloney-Cui photo
WREATH OF ALOHA - Gov. Benjamin J. Cayatano and Adm. Archie Clemins, U.S. Pacific Fleet commander; lay a wreath commemorating Veterans Day at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery, Nov. JJ, 1997. 2nd Lt. Jeffrey D. Hickman photo
WREATH OF ALOHA – Gov. Benjamin J. Cayatano and Adm. Archie Clemins, U.S. Pacific Fleet commander; lay a wreath commemorating Veterans Day at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery, Nov. JJ, 1997. 2nd Lt. Jeffrey D. Hickman photo
NEW VETERANS CLINIC SLATED FOR HAWAII The Ambulatory Care Clinic, which is being constructed on the mountainside of Tripler Army Medical Center; is scheduled for completion in Summer 1999. Deborah M. Sanders Murray photo
NEW VETERANS CLINIC SLATED FOR HAWAII The Ambulatory Care Clinic, which is being constructed on the mountainside of Tripler Army Medical Center; is scheduled for completion in Summer 1999. Deborah M. Sanders Murray photo
(Pictures from the 1998 Annual Report)