away on October 10, 2020 in Honolulu. The daughter of Malcolm and Minnette
“Lovey” Holt Springer, she was also lovingly raised by her Aunt and Uncle,
Eleanor Holt and Jack Desha of Wilhelmina Rise.
Marlene was a 13 year Punahou student, and started a family legacy that includes
her daughter Kawehi and granddaughter Anela. She loved Punahou School and had
many unforgettable memories with the class of 1960 who became lifelong friends.
She valued education and made many sacrifices so Kawehi could attend both
Punahou and the University of Washington in Seattle.
She was an avid traveler and had a wonderful longtime career at Hawaiian
Airlines, known as “Mal” by her many friends. Her family had great adventures
exploring the Hawaiian islands and the world because of her time at Hawaiian.
She is greatly missed by her husband, retired firefighter Eben Kala`au, daughter
Kawehi Kala`au Apo (Corey), granddaughter Anela Apo Higgins (Parker) and
great-grandson Duke Kaha`aheo Higgins. She is also survived by daughters
Marlene, Kanani and Ebenette, sisters Jalna Springer Keala and Sasha Springer
Asato and welcomed by brother Clyde and her “big boy,” Dubs. She has many
cousins, nieces and nephews who remember her fun-loving personality, her love of
celebrity news and fashion and her excitement for family parties.
Her smile, laugh, thoughtfulness and unconditional love will be remembered
fondly by friends and family. She loved shopping and wrapping gifts for others,
trying new restaurants, watching movies and game shows, reading, crosswords,
puzzles and coloring. She found joy in beautiful flowers, Hawaiian music and
celebrating special occasions. Marlene was a great friend, loved chatting on the
phone and writing letters and cards to let you know she was thinking of you. We
will never stop thinking of her and the value she brought to our lives.
Mahalo to our `ohana for supporting us throughout her journey and for helping us
navigate our way moving forward. We love you. We will honor her at a later date
with her favorite plumeria and Hawaiian music. You can reach out to Eben and
Kawehi via (808) 222-2462 or 706 Pahumele Place, Kailua, HI 96734
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