"Aunty Mary's" Funeral

Here are pictures from the second funeral we attended our first week in Hilo. Instead of "Brother" and "Sister" older people are called "Aunty" and "Uncle." The funerals are actually glorified luaus with live music and elaborate smorgasbords. They serve food before the services and after.

Floral arrangements made from tea leaves out of family members' homes.

 Hula entertainment

 Sister Hendrickson and Aunty Bev Ohuna

 Wreaths handmade by Relief Society President, Sister Viena

Aunty Gayle and Aunty Bev