On April 3, 2005, Dr. Richard Ando was promoted to colonel. The pinning ceremony was held in the courtyard of the Mission Support facility. Among his family members attending was Col, Ando’s daughter, Lauryn.
Fast forward to 2021: Col. Ando retired as the State Air Surgeon. He maintains his medical practice (Allergy/Immunology) and as FAA Aviation Medical Examiner (AME). Dr. Ando said, “So I am able see HIANG drill status or other civilian pilots, retiring HIANG or other military pilots and aspiring student pilots.”
“My daughter Lauryn finished college, medical school, residency, and specialty fellowship. She recently began working at Queens Medical Center. She is captain in 154th Medical Group, Detachment 1, and hopes to go to flight surgeon training, in the near future.”
A family tradition continues…
Dear Savvy Senior: Can you recommend some good smartphones for older seniors? I would like to get my 78-year-old mother to upgrade to a smartphone but want something that’s easy for her to see and use.
There are actually several smartphones I can recommend that will provide your mother a simpler, less intimidating smartphone experience. Here are my top three options.
The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawai’i Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as a monthly newsletter today.
Today we feature the august 1978 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:
* Benefit luau for the HANG Canoe Team
* TSgt Rodney Correa, 154th Civil Engineering Flight is the Received Outstanding Airman Award
* Col John “Saigon” Lee assumes command of the 154th Tactical Fighter Group
From the Medical News Today website
The kidneys are a pair of essential organs situated on either side of the spine at the bottom of the rib cage.
They perform many crucial functions for health, including filtering waste products and excess fluid from the body and removing it through urine.
The kidneys also play a critical role in regulating the body’s mineral balance, and they produce a hormone that stimulates red blood cell production.
This September 1994 photograph show Col Melvin Morris, the 154th Group’s Deputy Commander for Maintenance (DCM). He had recently started as the DCM after serving in the 201st Combat Communications Group since 1990. During his tenure at a the 201 CCG, he was the Deputy Commander, and the senior technician. He became the Group Commander in 1990. Earlier assignments included the Group’s Communications-Electronics Staff Officer and the Maintenance Officer at the 169th Aircraft Control & Warning Squadron.
Family Connection: His son, CMSgt Darren Morris, recently retired from the 204th Airlift Squadron.
The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as an e-newsletter today.
Today we feature the august 1988 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:
* 154th Mission Support Squadron deploys to Kadena AFB, Japan
* CAMS News & Views: lots of familiar names
* Air Refueling squadron visits
* 199th Fighter Squadron News
* Sports News
From the Wired Magazine website
When going abroad, these plugs are essential to keep your gadgets charged.
The pandemic is far from over, but parts of the world are slowly opening up again. Whether you’re planning a country-hopping trip for later this year or in 2022, your journey will go a whole lot more smoothly with the right kit. That includes a good travel adapter so you can safely charge all of your gadgets wherever you land. We’ve tested several, and our favorites below will work in most parts of the world.
Skin cancers — including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma — often start as changes to your skin. What to know:
In the photograph are (L-R): Gervin Miyamoto, Melvin “Humphrey” Souza, Michael “Boss” Tice, John “Saigon” Lee, and Harold “Shaka” Schatz.
Saigon commanded the 154th Composite Group from August 1978 through December 1989. Boss served as the 154th Wing commander from December 1989 through September 2000.
This photograph was taken on May 8, 2012 at the Governor’s Ceremonial Room at the Hawaii State Capitol. It was Braden “Mongo” Sakai‘s brigadier general promotion ceremony.
The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as an e-newsletter today.
Today we feature the August 1994 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:
* 154th Group deploys to Cope North
* 154th TAC Hospital deploys to Alpena, Michigan
* Sports News
* CAMS News and Views
From The Washington Post website
The “Right to Repair” movement seems to be having a moment.
Earlier this month, President Biden signed a broad executive order that — among other things — tasked the Federal Trade Commission with tackling “unfair anticompetitive restrictions on third-party repair or self-repair of items, such as the restrictions imposed by powerful manufacturers that prevent farmers from repairing their own equipment.” Then, just last week, the FTC followed the White House’s lead and unanimously voted to take action.
If this policy push ultimately leads to “Right to Repair” laws being passed, you might be able to easily fix your own ailing gadgets with official repair manuals and parts. Not exactly the handy type? That’s okay — you may also have access to a wider array of third-party repair shops and technicians to help you instead.
One of many great repair reference websites is IFIXIT.com. They have over 75,000 reference manuals on the site or linked.
* Not an endorsement, just a reference point.
From the Medical News Today website
Some people take so-called “memory pills” in order to boost their brain health or avoid dementia.
However, research has yet to prove the effectiveness of these memory pills, and they may be unsafe for some people to take, particularly if they already have dementia or are taking certain medications.
Additionally, the government does not evaluate dietary supplements, making it difficult for people to choose quality products.
This article explains what memory pills are and how they work. It also looks at their safety and effectiveness and the risks of taking dietary supplements.
James Kawai III, age 81, passed from this life to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on July 14, 2021. James was born on March 8, 1940 in Honolulu.
James graduated from Farrington High School in 1958 and then served in the Hawaii Air National Guard for 10 years. He earned a B.A. in Social Studies in 1974 from the University of Hawaii Manoa.
James married his true love, Mary Elizabeth Williams in 1966 and celebrated 55 years of marriage on July 2, 2021.
James worked as a Jail Guard at HPD’s Halawa Jail, before serving as a Police Officer with the Honolulu Police Department, where he retired after 25 years of service as a Police Detective at the Pearl City Police Station. After retirement James worked at Nanakuli and Waipahu High School as a Truancy Officer, Daniel K. Inouye International Airport as an LEO Supervisor, and Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort as a Security Officer.
James served the Lord as a member of Kalihi Baptist Church and First Baptist Church of Pearl City.
James loved coaching youth football as Head Coach for the Leeward Chargers, Pearl City Chargers, and Pearl City High School J.V. Football team.
James is predeceased by parents, James Kawai, Jr., and Grace Tong Kawai; sisters Maydelle, Charming and Blossom; brothers Lemuel Sr., Beldon, Jonathan, and Leighton. James is survived by wife, Mary; daughters, Kehau Pong and husband Jeffrey, Malia Kaliloa and husband Joey; sons, James Kawai IV and wife Melanie, and Gavin Kawai; eleven grandchildren, Joshua, Kristen Curran and husband Joshua, Micah, Kaylen, Jasen, Kelsey, Ilihia, James V, Kia’i, Kahulu, and Makia; and six great grandchildren Jayci-Lyn, Joseph-James, Jahreah, Jahzel, Cali, and Jaxon; one brother Vaughn and wife Julie of Honolulu; and many other relatives.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Retiree News extends heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
James’ younger brother Lemuel Aweau was a full-time technician in the Consolidated Base Personnel Office (CBPO) until he graduated from college and started his teaching and music career.
Another brother Vaughn Kawai served in the 154th Supply Squadron for several years before leaving to continue his college education in Kansas. Vaughn became a teacher and later a school principal
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