Christian Robert Georges Pearson, 75, of Keaau, formerly of California, died May 21 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Belgium, he was a retired computer technology professional, US Air Force Vietnam War veteran, former host of Calvary Chapel Hilo’s “Worship Cafe” on the church’s KIHL-FM and Bible study leader who enjoyed gardening, music and writing in California for many years. decades, retired from his profession as a computer technology expert and moved to Hawaii in 2004. He fell in love with the land and took up gardening, music and writing. Interment service at noon on Friday, July 8 at Pavilion #2 at the Hawaii Veterans Cemetery in Hilo. Memorial Service 11 a.m. Saturday, July 9 at Calvary Chapel Hilo. Memorial celebration in California at a later date for mainland family and friends. Survived by his wife, Dr. Stephanie McCurdy-Pearson of Keaau; sister, Chantal (Larry) Hathman-Hearon of Texas; brother, Milton Pittman of Carson, California; daughters, Monique (Greg) Butler of San Diego, Rashan Pearson of Humboldt, California, and Jeanine Pearson of Kent, Washington; eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; nephews, nieces and cousins. Arranged by Dodo Mortuary.
Christian Robert Georges Pearson, 75, of Keaau, formerly of California, died May 21 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Belgium, he was a retired computer technology professional, US Air Force Vietnam War veteran, former host of Calvary Chapel Hilo’s “Worship Cafe” on the church’s KIHL-FM and Bible study leader who enjoyed gardening, music and writing in California for many years. decades, retired from his profession as a computer technology expert and moved to Hawaii in 2004. He fell in love with the land and took up gardening, music and writing. Interment service at noon on Friday, July 8 at Pavilion #2 at the Hawaii Veterans Cemetery in Hilo. Memorial Service 11 a.m. Saturday, July 9 at Calvary Chapel Hilo. Memorial celebration in California at a later date for mainland family and friends. Survived by his wife, Dr. Stephanie McCurdy-Pearson of Keaau; sister, Chantal (Larry) Hathman-Hearon of Texas; brother, Milton Pittman of Carson, California; daughters, Monique (Greg) Butler of San Diego, Rashan Pearson of Humboldt, California, and Jeanine Pearson of Kent, Washington; eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; nephews, nieces and cousins. Arranged by Dodo Mortuary.
LeeMarvin U. Ugalde Sr., 61, of Hilo died May 25 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Ninole, he was a former Signature Flight Support Station Manager at Hilo International Airport and a coach for Teddy’s Angels and RSH Rascals. Celebration of Life 11 a.m. Saturday, July 9 at the Pepeekeo Community Center. Survived by his wife, Rhonda Sabate-Ugalde of Hilo; sons, LeeMarvin (Paticia) Ugalde Jr. of Hilo and Royce (Jessie) Ugalde of Las Vegas; Hanai’s son, Shelby (Jane) Casem of Hawaiian Paradise Park; brothers, Perry Ugalde of Washington, Ernest (Anna) Ugalde and Royden Sabate of Pepeekeo, Valentino Ugalde of Kona, Ryan (Florence) Sabate of Kaumana; sisters, Jodie Keenan (Sidney) Batin of Honomu, Shelly (Neal) Valentine of Puna and Megan Piliwale Ugalde of Oahu; three grandsons; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Arranged by Dodo Mortuary.
