Esther Kozue Kodani Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Esther Kozue Kodani of Hilo, Hawaii. Esther, born on February 26, 1937 in Waimea, Hawaii, passed away on September 6, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Esther for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Esther’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She is survived by: her husband George Kodani; her sons, Daren Kodani (Kelly) and Shawn Kodani (Leslie); and her siblings, Agnes Yoshimura, Karen Matsuba, Helene Watanabe (James), Michael Matsuba (Evan) and Ronald Matsuba (Gloria). She is also survived by four granddaughters, nieces and nephews.
