Given Katsuji Nakamine's Obituary
Given Katsuji Nakamine of Waiʻanae passed away on October 10th, 2023 at the age of 73. Given was known for his good-humored and patient demeanor. He is survived by his life partner, Kevlene Karratti-Nakamine, his son Roger Nakamine, his daughter-in-law Kasey Arita-Nakamine, his grandson Griffin Nakamine, his sister Charlyn Nakamine, his sister Ann Castellano, his brother Jon Nakamine, and innumerable stray cats who roam Farrington Highway.
Given attended Waiʻanae High School and went on to earn a degree in Education from the University of Hawaiʻi. He returned to his hometown where Given dedicated 35 years of his life to influencing the hearts and minds of Waiʻanae's youth. Post-retirement, he took a job at City Mill, where he influenced the purchases of Waiʻanae's homeowners and contractors.
In observance of his wishes, no memorial service will be held for Given. He was never one for the spotlight.
Please join us in remembering Given, a beloved partner, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.
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