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Month: February 2026

Check Six: John Naumu

February 26, 2026

John (Johnny) Punualiʻi Naumu, was a professional football player who played the halfback position and was a Hawai’i Guardsman. He was born on Sept. 30, 1919, in Honolulu, Hawai’I but was raised on Molokai. Naumu was one of 12 children.…

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TAPS: James Spray

February 17, 2026

WHO:  SPC James Alton Spray WHAT: Service and Military Honors WHEN/WHERE: Public Visitation and Service: 19 Feb 26, 1700 Mililani Memorial Park Mauka Chapel Burial and Military Honors 20 Feb 26, 1000 Mililani Memorial Park MAILING OF CONDOLENCES:   COL (Ret) Rusty…

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TAPS: Charles Rosa

February 11, 2026

Charles S. Rosa, 90, of Kaumana, died Jan. 3 at home. Born in Hilo, he was a retired plumber for the former Lillie Continental Contracting, member of St. Joseph Catholic Church Plumbers and Pipefitters Union, and Hawaii Army National Guard veteran. Survived…

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Check Six: Olympians in the Guard

February 10, 2026

Did you know the Hawaiʻi's National Guard has had Olympians in it’s ranks? Master Sgt. John H. Beaumont competed in the 25-meter pistol event at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne, Australia and finished in seventh place. Capt. Thomas A.…

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2026 Kūkā‘ilimoku

February 9, 2026

The first 2026 edition of Kūkā‘ilimoku is out now This issue showcases operations across the Pacific, including Talisman Sabre 25 and JPMRC-26, along with highlights from HIANG Family Day and FY26 Change of Command ceremonies. It also commemorates the 25th…

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