Donnette Kahelelani Kaaihue-Johnson

Raised in the Kahauiki Valley of Honolua, Donnette was one of 5 children and enjoyed basketball, volleyball and was a talented artist and painter. Donnette was a beloved mother raising 2 boys and a granddaughter in Kaanapali. Later, life brought her to Santa Cruz where she was always drawn to the ocean and piers and enjoyed the entertainment found there. Grand Junction Colorado was a special home in the heart of the Rockies where she had winter wonder adventures with her sister Lei. Finally, she returned home to Maui to reconnect and help support family, always making a big deal about the special occasions and holidays. The true hub of the Meyers Ohana!Donnette’s presence was a vibrant and powerful one and will always be remembered for the sincere care and wisdom for which her friends and family loved and enjoyed.A beloved friend, sister, mother, and great grandmother, Donnette is survived by her sisters, Miriam Kaaihue and Veronica (Bruce) Braun, sons, Mano (Shannon) Meyers and Lukela Meyers; grandchildren, Kula Meyers and Eon Meyers; and great grandchild, Lilinoe Alexander.Visitations will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at Ballard Family Mortuary in Kahului to begin at 11:00am.