Ricky “Rick” James Botelho, 73, of Kailua-Kona died March 25 at Kona Community Hospital. Born in San Jose, Calif., he was a charter boat and commercial fisherman. Celebration of life at a later date. Survived by wife, Carole of Kona; daughters, Maui and Kiana (Ronnie) Scadina of Kona; son, Kawika “Na‘ia” of Kona; brother, Frank Botelho of Sacramento, Calif.; sisters-in-law, Judy (Stuart) and Jackie (Darleen); brother-in-law, Mark (Sandi); six grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Mercedes “Aunty Honey” Eva Fox, 89, of Kailua-Kona died Jan. 22 at North Hawaii Community Hospital. She was born in Pahoa. Visitation 10:30-11 a.m. Saturday, April 20, at Laiopua 2020 Community Center, 74-5210 Keanalehu Dr. in Kailua-Kona. Celebration of life service at 11 a.m. Private scattering ashes at a later date. Survived by sons, Daniel (Lynn) Gomez, Paul Gomez and Terrence Gomez; daughters, Lucky (Sean) Hudman and Kuulei (Steven) Stalcup; sister, Vickie Mamac; 33 grandchildren, 80 great-grandchildren and 30 great-great grandchildren. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Christopher Osburn, 60, of Hilo died March 22. No known family. Survivors are asked to call Hilo Medical Center at (808) 932-3500, option 4.
Sybil Ozaki, 71, of Hilo died March 27. No known family. Survivors are asked to call Hilo Medical Center at (808) 932-3500, option 4.
Stephen Scott, 81, of Puna died March 18. No known family. Survivors are asked to call Hilo Medical Center at (808) 932-3500, option 4.