Michelle “Michie” Matsuko Perlas passed away peacefully on
Saturday, November 19, 2022 surrounded by family, at the age of 51.
Born on January 12, 1971, in Lihue, Michelle grew up in Puhi.
She worked for Child Welfare Services as a social worker for 26
years. She helped and served so many clients and children. Michelle
enjoyed baking and most of all making Stampin Up cards.
She was preceded in death by parents Damaso and Aurellia
“Nina” Perlas.
She is survived by companion Sean Nakamura, sister Alicia
Perlas Miyashiro (Tyrus C.), brother Michael Perlas, Nephews Jordan
Perlas (Mae) and Tyrus K. Miyashiro, Niece Kaytlyn Perlas, and
Grandnephew Micah Perlas, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins.
and friends.
A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, December 15,
2022 at Borthwick Kauai Mortuary with visitation from 9:30 - 10:30
a.m. followed by services at 10:45 a.m. Borthwick Kauai Mortuary
Koloa is assisting the family with arrangements