I was deeply saddened to learn of Mr. Kiyabu’s passing.  I saw Mr. & Mrs. Kiyabu in 2018 when I was last in Hawaii attending morning mass at St. Ann’s church.  Their peaceful and kind spirits were just as I remembered them from decades ago.  How privileged am I to have been graced by such beautiful people.  My belated condolences to Mrs. Kiyabu, Diane—my St. Ann’s classmate—, and to all of the Kiyabu Ohana.  Sincerely, John Caravalho

My condolences to Mrs. Kiyabu and  the Kiyabu Family. I'm sorry I wasn't able to pay my respects in person. It was by a crazy chance that I saw this obituary.  I'm glad I did.  Growing up in Kaneohe he and Mrs. Kiyabu were such nice and gracious people with a great family. I was just a student at St. Ann's but I remember how giving and caring he was whenever I shook his hand as he said hello.  A very good man and apparently lived a good life with a wonderful family.  Aloha.

The last time I saw Mr. Frank Kiyabu was last year, in November, for a relative’s funeral service. I saw him after the service, at St. Ann’s Church and said “hello” to him. I told he and Mrs. Kiyabu it was great to see them and how important they were to my childhood because I remember always seeing them at mass since I was in Kindergarten. Mr. Kiyabu seemed pleased by that remark and asked if he could take my photo. Before I left the church, we said our goodbyes. I’m thankful I had the opportunity to see Mr. Frank Kiyabu one more time and to let him know he was an important part of my life. 

My condolences to the Kiyabu family.

Rest in Peace, sir. Until we meet again.

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Franklin Hisanao Kiyabu

February 9, 1935 – February 20, 2023

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