Memories of Richard Haruo Arakaki

Camping at Polihale

One of my favorite memories was camping at Polihale. During my teens, it was a weekly thing that we did. My grandma Emi would make her famous fried chicken and spam musubi. We would pack up my dad’s flatbed Chevy and set off to Polihale. We often had our quad strapped to the bed. We didnt always catch fish, but we always had a great time. One time, we were camping at polihale and it was probably around 3am. A rogue wave washed above the brim and completely soaked my dad who was sleeping on his Cot. I will never forget that night, it was hilarious.

-Brandon Arakaki

Other Memories

Miles, Kendra, Kai and Raiden Arakaki

Thank you uncle Richard for treating Kai like one of your own grandkids. This means a-lot to us. Uncle Richard was definitely Kais favorite person he couldn’t wait to yell Hi uncle dicky every time he got home from work and to celebrate his birthday with him. We will...

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Nona Rapozo

I just wanted to offer my condolences to aunty Melva and all of the kids. Uncle Richard was always so nice and welcoming towards me whenever I went by the house. Keeping you all in my prayers. -Nona Rapozo

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Hanapepe Judo Club

My dad was dedicated to taking us to Judo every Tuesday and Thursday. It wasn't my favorite activity, but I know now that my dad just wanted us to learn a few of life's lessons and to be able to defend ourselves if met with physical harm or danger. I remember my dad...

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Waving to passing automobiles

It was always an inside joke in my family that my dad knew everyone on Kauai. I remember when I was a young boy riding in the passenger seat of his black 1970 Chevelle. I remember rolling down the window and putting my arm out the window so my hand rested on the roof...

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