Samuel Aalona Pomaikai Jr.

February 24, 1949 - June 1, 2019

Samuel A’alona Pomaikai Jr. of Nanakuli, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2019 surrounded by loved ones. He was the eldest of 9 children to Samuel and Josephine Pomaikai. He is survived by wife of 49yrs. Lillian-Mae Pomaikai, Sons: Samuel III (Ember), Salomon (Kim), Sheldon (Mailiani) and Sean (Bambi). Daughters: Azure-Dee (William), Amanda (Jazz) and 19 grandchildren. He is also survived by 4 brothers, Paul (Donna), Princeton (Connie), Moses “Moke” and Matthew “Happ” (Julie). 5 sisters: Mabel “Mae” (Pastor Neal Sr.) Leslie, Laverne “Verne” (Clarence) Leslie, Joann (Norman) Isomura, Faith (Taco) Aweau, Schantell Schmitdt-Taylor “Shany” and numerous nieces and nephews. He was an entertainer at night who played with various groups such as Nanakuli Sons, Duplex and also sang back-up with artists such as Gaby “Pops” and Bill Kaiwa at the Maluna Lounge. By day, he was a truck driver who drove for Serta Mattress Company for over 30 years. He loved singing whenever he could, he was a talented ukulele, guitar and bass player. He was skilled at driving rigs and worked hard to provide a good life for his family. He was steadfast in his belief and had been a member of the Door of Faith Mission where his parents helped to set the foundation at the Nanakuli Branch, where his life will be celebrated. He loved his family and was generous whenever there was a need. He will be greatly missed. Celebration of life will be at Nanakuli Door of Faith Mission at 89-142 Haleakala Ave. in Nanakuli on Saturday June 29, 2019. Service starts at 5pm-9pm, Aloha Attire. Flowers can be received Saturday, June 29,2019 from 12 noon to 3pm. Family contact is Sam Pomaikai III (808) 783-8371