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Bruddah IZ
May 20, 1959 - June 26, 1997
In Loving Memory - Israel Kamakawiwo`ole
Lately, the "In Loving Memory - Israel Kamakawiwo`ole Guestbook" has been a difficult task to upkeep on a regular basis. As a result, e-Hawaii.com was generous enough to offer some space where the guestbook process is somewhat automated. I hope you enjoy the "new" look. My apologies for any inconvenience(s) this has caused.
| Name: | yvette noelani kamakawiwo'ole camden |
| E-mail address: | ycamden@vvm.com |
| Comments: Thank you for making this special page for my cousin Isreal. Me Kealoha Pumehana, Noe | |
Saturday January 30th 1999 10:23:30
| Name: | yvette noelani kamakawiwo'ole camden |
| E-mail address: | ycamden@vvm.com |
| Comments: I'm very proud of my cousin,his accomplishments has made a big impact on Hawai'i and it's people. He has made the Kamakawiwo'ole Ohana very proud,and of course,we miss him,Skippy,Leinani, Uncle Henry and Aunty Nani everyday,especially at family functions. Hawai'i has definitely lost a gem. | |
Saturday January 30th 1999 10:20:50
| Name: | Ken Neal |
| E-mail address: | kneal4778@aol.com |
| Comments: While spending three months in Hawaii, I was riding in the truck fromm Waianae to Honolulu when I heard the haunting "Over the Rainbow." I remarked about it; and then and there I was "introduced" to IZ. I was very moved by the opening and closing of the "Facing Future" album... and very saddened by his death. Aloha. | |
Saturday January 30th 1999 09:28:28
| Name: | Darlene S. Villanueva |
| E-mail address: | DsvillA@aol.com |
Friday January 29th 1999 09:01:05
| Name: | Karen Satterwhite |
| E-mail address: | Karen.Satterwhite@kadena.af.mil |
| Comments: I am one hawaiian at heart who will definately miss this individual and all that he has given to this world through his music. | |
Friday January 29th 1999 04:08:13
| Name: | Ronald E. Wade |
| E-mail address: | ronwadegop@aol.com |
| Comments: I only learned of Brother Iz on our third visit to Hawaii last week. I fell in love with this wonderful man from the time I bought and played his CD "In Concert." I feel like I have lost a close friend even though we never met. He is singing for Jesus now. I am thankful for being introduced to our brother. Ron Wade, 21OO Lafayette Dr., Longview, Tx. 756O1. | |
Friday January 29th 1999 01:09:19
| Name: | Claudia Rapp |
| E-mail address: | claudirapp@hotmail.com |
| Comments: The wonderful music gave me a feeling of insight into what Hawaii is that a touristic visit could never give... And in listening to some of the songs, I can go back without taking a plane...Thanks, Bruddah! | |
Friday January 29th 1999 10:14:57
| Name: | Penny and Al Newman |
| E-mail address: | Newmanandnewman @home.com |
| Comments: Dearest Family of Israel, I was so pleased to find this website. My husband was born in Hawaii and comes from a family of seven children. We both love Hawiian music but there is nothing that compares to the music of Israel. We live in Laugna Beach, California in a cottage by the sea. We call it the cottage of the angels and when I first heard Israel sing I told Al this man has the voice of an angel. We play his music at least twice a week just to keep our lives in perspective.. Our hearts our broken that this incredible human spirit had to leave this earth at such a young and promising age but we also believe God takes the young because they were only to be here a short time to leave a legacy and teach the rest of us mortal humans lessons that will allow us to evolve and pass on a similar legacy of understanding, compassion and love. He will always be a guiding light and the most beautiful of all angels that come into our home. We hope your life is filled with fond memories and and the aloha we feel when we listen to his music. Mahalo nui loa, Penny and Al Newman | |
Thursday January 28th 1999 10:06:23
| Name: | Diana J. Bal |
| E-mail address: | dande@softcom.net |
| Comments: What a tragedy for the Hawaiian music industry. I am a Hawaiian at heart and married to a Kauai bruddah for 30 years. We will greatly miss his music.. IZ touched the soul of many who also hold him dear in their hearts. | |
Thursday January 28th 1999 08:45:33
| Name: | Frits Stooter |
| E-mail address: | fstooter@flevonet.nl |
| Comments: Enjoy every day IZ's songs | |
Wednesday January 27th 1999 02:22:53
| Name: | Eric |
| E-mail address: | ely@tiac.net |
| Comments: Also, for those who are eager to locate CD's of IZ's music, you can find them at WWW.CDNOW.COM This for starters, Eric | |
Monday January 25th 1999 11:48:32
| Name: | Eric |
| E-mail address: | wise2bnice@aol.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.tiac.net/users/ely |
| Comments: I am touched by what little I have heard of IZ's work. What roped me in was "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." I'm sure I'm not the only one has been deeply touched. I am saddened to hear that IZ has passed before I got a chance to know of him while he was alive, and yet I accept the importance of death in our lives. It is a reminder of the precious treasure we have been freely given to make something out of nothing, to experience but a moment in the sun, if not more. I have a wonderful collection of music to explore, thanks to one who made the effort to sing loud and clear while the opportunity to do so was his. Thanks IZ, wherever you are, Eric | |
Monday January 25th 1999 11:39:04
| Name: | JOSEPH DAVID KAHO'ONEI |
| E-mail address: | JODAVKA@AOL.COM |
| Comments: I GREW UP WITH ISRAEL. MY FAMILY AND I USED TO GO TO PALOLO TO THEIR FAMILY HOUSE. ISRAEL'S MOTHER , MY AUNTIE NANI, WELL HER YOUNGER BROTHER, MOE KEALE WAS MARRIED TO MY MOTHER'S YOUNGEST SISTER, PATRICIA ANDRADE. THEY ALL LIVED TOGETHER AND IT MAKES ME SMILE TO THINK BACK ON ALL THE GOOD TIMES WE WOULD HAVE AT THAT HOUSE IN PALOLO. | |
Monday January 25th 1999 07:51:12
| Name: | Tom and Nancy Maggart |
| E-mail address: | gmta@bol.net |
| Comments: We heard Iz' music when we were visiting the Islands. We inquired who the musician was and went to the store and bought "In Dis Life" Luckily we bought it while in Hawaii because no one in Florida has his music. | |
Monday January 25th 1999 12:06:39
| Name: | SUN SPIRIT & DON |
| E-mail address: | TATUNKA@SPIRETECH.COM |
| Comments: In all respects, we send prayers and appreciation to the family of ISRAEL KAMAKAWIWO'OLE. And we hope and pray that all the native people of Hawaii continue to work as one to create harmony and beauty as it once was. Mahalo, Mitakuye Oyasin, Sun Spirit & Don | |
Sunday January 24th 1999 10:27:11
| Name: | Harald-M. Lehnardt |
| E-mail address: | hmlnyc@nyct.net |
| Homepage URL: | http://dolcevita.net |
| Comments: I | |
Sunday January 24th 1999 07:57:57
| Name: | elikapeka |
| E-mail address: | paddle6@juno.com |
| Comments: Aloha, I was a resident on Lana'i and that is where I first heard your music. You are truly a fine musician. I was never able to see you in person only on tv. You and your music will live forever in the lives of those who experiences you. | |
Thursday January 21st 1999 04:44:13
| Name: | Jennifer Victor |
| E-mail address: | jjkkvictor@earthlink.net |
| Comments: Was blessed with the advantage of seeing IZ in 1997 in Honolulu, never before were we touched by music li' dat! His concern for his people must never be forgotten | |
Wednesday January 20th 1999 05:09:26
| Name: | Baby Ruth |
| Comments: Wassup Everybody!!! Just want all the peoplez to know that I feel da same way about bruddah Iz as all of u. Loved your music!!!!!! Keep Smilin' | |
Tuesday January 19th 1999 09:42:25
| Name: | R.Kana`i Marble |
| E-mail address: | rksmarble@AOL.com |
| Comments: Aloha no Iz , We miss you . Love your music Bruddah! | |
Monday January 18th 1999 10:22:06
| Name: | Michael |
| E-mail address: | Mlumbaby@aol.com |
| Comments: Altought I never had the pleasure of meeting IZ or attending any of his concerts, I really loved to listen to his music and the words he sang. IZ WILL LIVE ON IN EACH & EVERYONE OF US!!! | |
Monday January 18th 1999 08:42:27
| Name: | Mary Jones |
| E-mail address: | marjomax@swbell.net |
| Comments: I was in Kauai 2 weeks ago and everywhere I went I heard an angel singing. I went to the nearest music store and bought every Iz CD. No more ZZ top for me. All I ever listen to is Iz. It's nice to Know Iz is in heaven sing his heart out this time without oxygen. God bless his family,friends,fans & Hawaii for your great loss. | |
Saturday January 16th 1999 01:16:47
| Name: | Steven Cup Choy |
| Comments: I wish i could have known him. He was my idle | |
Thursday January 14th 1999 04:20:58
| Name: | CAROLYN PELE |
| E-mail address: | FASAMOA@HOTMAIL.CCOM |
| Comments: THE FIRST TIME I HEARD IZ'S MUSIC I FELL IN LOVE WITH WHOEVER THAT VOICE BELONGED TO. I KNOW THAT I WILL SHARE ALL OF HIS MUSIC WITH ALL OF MY FRIENDS WHO NEVER HEARD OF BRUDDA IZ. I KNOW THAT HIS MUSIC WILL TOUCH EACH ONE OF THE THEM THE WAY IT HAS TOUCHED ME, SPIRITUALLY AND SOULFULLY. FA'AFATAI LAVA IZ FOR THE WONDERFUL MUSIC. YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED. MANY ALOFAS | |
Tuesday January 12th 1999 02:09:09
| Name: | Ralph |
| E-mail address: | Paaulioan@aol.com |
| Comments: The 1st time i seen IZ was in 1976 on Kauai. Our basketball team from Honoka'a High School went to play on kauai during the pre-season. IZ and his brahdah Skippy was eating breakfast at the Tip Top Hotel. The last time i seen him was at his concert in Northern California. We drove 2 hours to see the legend. I got an autograph from him, but couldn't speak. I was in total awe, and the "Mana" around this man was unbelieveable and that kept me speechless. I wish i could have spoken to IZ. I would have told him that his voice and music keeps me "Home". Even if i now live in America, his music and voice brings me "Home" always. Hawai'i will always be "Home" and IZ's music and voice will always be "HAWAI'I". Mahalo Nui Loa Brahdah IZ | |
Friday January 10th 1999 18:28:24
| Name: | Kevin L. Humphrey |
| E-mail address: | ktighump@juno.com |
| Comments: I am real sorry that I did not get to see Bruddah IZ live, but he will always be in my heart. peace, love & progress Fight the Power | |
Friday January 8th 1999 05:29:23
| Name: | Kahiau Wallace |
| E-mail address: | t_dogg67@hotmail.com |
| Comments: aloha, the music of uncle IZ is da bestes. We really miss him. God bless aunty Lydia, uncle Moon and Hoku(doodoo girl). aloha, kahiau wallace | |
Friday January 8th 1999 04:20:58
| Name: | Hoku Kauakahi |
| E-mail address: | shyshy47@hotmail.com |
| Comments: Hi, I think this web page is the Bomb well hope it keeps going to perpetuate IZ and his life ALOHA, Hökü Kauakahi | |
Friday January 8th 1999 04:10:17
| Name: | Alex Morcos |
| E-mail address: | morcos@msn.com |
| Comments: I just discovered IZ during a recent trip to Hawaii for the 1998-1999 New Year. I loved his songs and was charmed by his voice so I bought a collection of his CDs. I was particularly touched by "Johnny Mahoe", and my 10-year-old son loved it. As soon I came back home, I logged on the internet trying to find more information about IZ. A strange feeling of sadness invaded me when I found out that IZ has left this earth in June of 1997. His music really touched me and I guess it will touch more people for ages. IZ, from the little I know about you, I feel that you must have been a very special person. | |
Friday January 8th 1999 03:20:20
| Name: | Tanya Villafuerte |
| E-mail address: | HulaGRL16 |
| Comments: Just wanted to say that i love every song that iz has sung....in me heart iz will always be here singing !!!! | |
Saturday January 7th 1999 17:58:40
| Name: | Ann Kraft |
| E-mail address: | Gkakbkjk7 |
| Comments: On a recent trip to the Big Island I was in a gift shop when I heard this soothing beautiful music. It stopped me in my tracks, it was as if I had been hypnotized by this beautiful voice. I asked the clerk who the musician was and immediately purchased the CD, E ALA E. I have been listening to the CD non-stop since my return home (Mpls., MN.) I found myself wanting to know more about Israel, the person and was very saddened to find out he passed away. I regret I will never have the opportunity to see him in person. My condolences to his family. | |
Saturday January 2nd 1999 10:11:34
| Name: | Evelyn Matsushima |
| E-mail address: | eviematsushima@webtv.net |
| Comments: you iz always be on our minds and hearts........A l o h a O e ! | |
Saturday January 2nd 1999 02:11:47
| Name: | k taylor |
| E-mail address: | kakikauai |
| Homepage URL: | http://aol.com |
Saturday January 2nd 1999 01:50:02
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