Imiola's 'celebration of life'
Anyone who has been around the movement for
sovereignty and resistance to militarization in Hawaii knows 'Imiola. I hadn't
seen him in years, but he was still active on some email lists where we've been
discussing and debating occupation and independence for years. Then he came to
the East Maui Taro Festival in April, and came up and visited Kapahu Farm on
Sunday. He was with his brother Lockwood, who mentioned that 'Imiola was sick
and wanted to make this last trip to Hana, and see the farm, before he was gone.
He didn't get into details and I didn't ask, but it was apparent he didn't
expect it to be long. I wish I had a picture. But anyway, 'Imiola really enjoyed
walking around the farm and seeing the taro growing and listening to the water
flowing. We had a nice visit and it was a treat to see him, and sad departing
knowing it would be the last time. I invited him to come back again next year,
but knowing that wasn't likely. Well, rest in peace, 'Imiola, and mahalo nui for
all you did to help spread peace in
Hawaii.
Carl 'Imiola
Young
June 15,
2008
Carl 'Imiola Young, 66, of Honolulu, a
Roosevelt High School and Hawaiian Academy teacher, died in Honolulu. He was
born in Honolulu. He is survived by wife Stella Pihana-Young; stepsons Eddie and
Wade Pihana; stepdaughters Jody, Arlene and Kinikalela Pihana; brother Dr.
Lockwood; sister Jade; seven grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Celebration
of life: 8-10 a.m. Saturday at Cultural Learning Center at Kaala. Proceed at
10:30 a.m. to Waianae Boat Harbor. Paina to follow. Casual attire.
Posted: Sun - June 22, 2008 at 08:29 AM