One thing I don’t think a lot of people know is that Papa and grandma are my godparents. They were the only ones who qualified for it, but I’m so grateful for that. I love grandma and papa’s relationship it is seriously an inspiration, but I don’t think anyone can ever have a love they have for each other. I really hope I am able to have someone love me a quarter of the amount that papa loves grandma and vice versa.

One of my favorite things to do was to go to zippys with grandma and papa. We would always talk story, and I guarantee you that we would laugh every time. Papa would tell us stories about grandma and how she makes him laugh. He is the most loyal, loving, and nurturing person I know. No one will ever fill the hole I have in my heart. I love him so much, I could never have asked for a better papa, not like there is one anyways. Love and miss you so much papa.

I really wish you could play with Tausaga now, you would have so much fun with him. I miss you so much Papa.

One of my favorite memories took place just last year. On your birthday to be exact. My family and I had just come over the night before and living all the way out in Kaneohe, we had a feeling we wouldn’t be able to come over for papas birthday day. We had celebrated that night before but I was working till 3 the next day and thought I’d drive over to grandmas house to surprise him. I went to Tammy’s and got him his favorite taro and then came over. Grandma made dinner for us and we just talked the whole night. Such a priceless night that I’m forever grateful for. I love you forever!! Long Live Masaloa

Dad, I will love you beyond my last breath on earth. The impact you have made in my life, is irreplaceable and you are unforgettable. You broke the mold and set the standard of what a REAL MAN is. There could never ever be anyone to walk this earth, like you. You are a one of one. My dad and I am so proud to be MASA’s Daughter. I love you past forever. - your little girl 

This is how I’ll always remember you papa. Always making others smile or laugh. I remember after your lung surgery grandma would tell me to not make you laugh because you had a hard time breathing. That night I came over I tried so hard to keep our conversations serious and not as funny. I could here you breathing heavy and trying to catch your breath but that didn’t stop you from making me laugh and telling jokes to me all night. You loved your grandchildren so much and I’m honored to be your granddaughter. I love you forever, papa. 

Titilua 

Aloha Masa, your time to go home. Rest in Love 
Mahalo for showing us the way.

And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth; Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours: and their works do follow them.
Rev14:13


1 of the happiest days of my life was visiting you 2 years ago and listening to you and Aunty tell me stories of when I was a lil guy.  You will 4ever be 1 of the strongest men I know in every aspect of life. I love you Pops. 

OBITUARY

Ekepati Niko

22 November, 1949 – 11 February, 2022

Hawaiian Memorial Park Cemetery & Funeral Services

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