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A Celebration of Life for U.S. Sen. Daniel Akaka

By Dennis Oda

May 20, 2018

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Rev. James "Kimo" Merseberg says a short prayer just after Senator Daniel Akaka's casket arrives at Kawaiahao Church on Saturday.
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Senator Daniel Akaka's “Celebration Of Life” service was held at Kawaiahao Church on Saturday.
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Danny Akaka Jr.’s wife, Anna, danced a hula, blowing a kiss at the same time the late senator’s wife, Mary “Millie” Akaka, left, seated, did the same.
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Former Hawaii Gov. George Ariyoshi delivered the eulogy during former U.S. Sen. Daniel Akaka’s celebration of life.
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Danny Akaka Jr. speaks during former U.S. Sen. Daniel Akaka’s celebration of life.
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Millannie Akaka Matson gets a hug from Senator Brian Schatz.
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Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard greets Mary "Millie" Akaka, the late senator's wife.
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Gov. David Ige and his wife Dawn greets Mary "Millie" Akaka.
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The family surrounds during former U.S. Sen. Daniel Akaka to bid a final farewell.
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Rev. James "Kimo" Merseberg says a short prayer just before the casket leaves the church.
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