Obituaries for February 20

John Perreira “Brother John” Aguiar Jr., 97, of Hilo died Feb 10. Born in Hilo, he was in charge of St. Joseph Church’s prison ministry and led the novena services. Visitation 8-10 a.m. Tuesday (Feb. 26) at St. Joseph Church. Service at 10 a.m. Burial to follow at Homelani Memorial Park. Survived by hanai daughter, Carleen “Haunani” Medeiros of Hilo; brother, Henry Aguiar of Hilo; nieces, nephews and cousins. Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary.