Gerlyn Louise Kalawe Obituary

Gerlyn Louise Kalawe of Hilo, Hawaii passed away on September 3, 2026. Gerlyn, born on November 5, 1963, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Gerlyn will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Gerlyn will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Gerlyn’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Louis D. Bolos Sr. and Saturnina M. Bolos; and her brothers, Louis D. Bolos Jr. and Philip Bolos (Desiree). She is survived by: her husband Elson Kalawe Sr.; her son Elson Kalawe Jr. (Alena); her siblings, Zola Labrador (Lenny), Alexander Bolos (Jann), Steven Bolos, Warren Bolos, Louisa Cobb-Adams and Dean "Dino" Bolos; and her sister-in-law Ronda Bolos.