Alexander Haulaulohilaulani Bishaw's Obituary
Alexander H. Bishaw, 84, of Pahoa, died on February 23, 2026, at Hilo Benioff Medical Center. Born in Molokai on August 13th 1941. He is survived by his husband, James Larry Schneider; brothers LeRoy (Dottie) Bishaw, Alan (Blanche) Cofran, Robert (Linda) Cofran, Joseph (Kris) Cofran, and Francis (Toni) Cofran; sisters Ione (Alan) Godsey and Cecelia (Terry) Ching; brothers in law Terry (Sharon) Schneider and Gary Schneider; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life and scattering of ashes will be held on March 25, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Kailua Beach Park, Kailua, HI 96734. Donations in Alexander’s memory may be made to the Hawaii Island Humane Society.
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