Jacob Almanza

On December 14, 2005 at 10:00pm, Jacob returned home.

A Celebration of Life was held for Jacob on December 23, 2005, at St. Ann's Church in Kaneohe.

At the end of December, Jacob's ashes were scattered in Kailua Bay and on Maui.

Thank you to all who have expressed their condolences and prayers for Jacob and the Almanza family.

Donations

OCEAN PROJECT
843 Waine'e Street
No. 551
Lahaina, HI 96761

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
2370 Nuuanu Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96817

WAIKIKI AQUARIUM
2777 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815

July 2016

Jacob's Angels

Relay for Life 2016

September 2014

For those of you connecting with Jacob's page, especially friends from Spain, we wanted to share some photos of our recent trip that reminded us of Jacob's time there and reminded us he was with us every day. We followed most of his itinerary that we found when we discovered his journal from the trip all written in Spanish.

Cathedral in Oviedo

Western Union sign - We had to send
him extra money as he was having too
much fun at the discoteque

On our tour to Avila & Segovia - A group
of high school students on a tour

The Roman aqua duct in Segovia

The closest we got to a discoteque

MEMORIALS
With Jacob in mind...

May 2014

On May 6, 2014, Hampton joined Jacob

February 2013

Apa & Nana and mo'opuna

Natalie & Mikey

Jacob & Maria

January 2012
Our newest arrival......

Michael Isaac Mahealani Almanza
Born to Ceilo & Michelle
Dec. 21, 2011
8lbs. 14 oz., 22" length

Big sister Natalie (3 yrs.) welcoming her new baby brother

Jacob William (2 1/2 yrs.)

Maria Joy (11 months)

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MESSAGES FROM FAMILY AND FRIENDS
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Cielo, Big Brother Monday, January 30, 2006 Jakey, I think of you daily and how you have profoundly changed my life. I try every day to be as genuine and caring about others as you were. I learn something from you everyday. I miss you baby bro'.
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Leialii Tagupa, friend of Paloma Thursday, January 26, 2006 Jacob... I have never met you, but feel like I know your spirit by reading other entries from family and friends. Paloma has shared your journey with me and all I could do was offer my prayers and feed her with faith. I want you to know that I still pray for her and your family and I know through your spirit they will heal. I also want you to know that when life is challenging for me, I draw strength from your will to survive and everything you have endured. I know you are now an angel for all of us!
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AnJie, Family Friend Monday, January 23, 2006 Jake, you will always be in everyones thoughts.. You made such a positive impact here on Earth, and it just will never be the same! You are so sorely missed! I cant believe its been over a month since you went home to become His newest angel.. I know you will touch more lives up there, and please tell my mom and Tavis hello. Im sure they're showing you around.. I miss you buddy and I am really greatful for the bond you shared with my Jacob. I love you for always and miss you dearly. Your friend, AnJie!!
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Leslie, friend Saturday, January 21, 2006 I met Jacob on the Cancer Survivors Network. We talked several times on the phone and e-mailed one another. My Relay for Life team was in honor of him last year, and I always knew he was praying for my battle as well. I am 21 and Jacob being so close to my age, I remember clearly how we talked about all the things we would do when we were better. Well, I miss hearing this straight from him, but I know that Jacob is in the one place where all hopes and dreams are realized. Thank you, Jacob, for being an inspiration, and having such a great attitude. You have helped me so much in my fight as well. I hope all the survivors will work to honor your memory by living their lives fully. I will do my best for you.
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Jared and Lindsay Boswell, college friends of Josh Thursday, January 19, 2006 Dear Almanza family, Although you may not realize it, we have been a part of your family for many years-ever since we met Josh on the 3rd floor of the south tower of Haggett Hall at UW. We were blessed to have Josh by our side when we were married and we only hope that we can be by your side during this difficult time. Our hearts ache for the loss of Jacob, but take comfort in the thought that he is no longer at the mercy of his physical pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love (from soggy Seattle), Jared and Lindsay Boswell
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Audrey, cousin Tuesday, January 17, 2006 Hello familia, just wishing my family love and prayers. We are thinking about you all over here. Hope you all are wrapped in Gods peace.
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Lisa Kats, Aunty Monday, January 16, 2006 Jacob, Hello SUNSHINE. Watch your DVD nightly and am glad to have you close to me, thank you for being you,and thank you for watching over me. Love you lots and miss you,love your aunty Lisa
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Paloma, big sister Saturday, January 14, 2006 Jakey, Today, a month from you being called HOME, I am reflecting on the lessons you have already taught me and the ones to come.The one lesson I take with me everyday is: Expect a Miracle and Make Miracles Happen. I have my plaques up reminding me of this everyday.Thank you Jakey for being with me everyday, for insisting upon my strength and courage, reminding me of the simple gifts of faith,hope, and love,and for being my baby brother. I love you and miss your voice. Live Aloha.
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Chris Koo, MHS Classmate and Teammate Thursday, January 12, 2006 Jacob, The first time I met Jacob I was so excited to have another "big man" on the basketball team. We had plans to win a state championship and he always encouraged and pushed me to be better than I was. The last time I saw Jacob he was confined to a room at Kaiser hospital - and the thing he wanted to talk about most were my goals and encouraging me to achieve them. That's just who he was and that's what I'll remember.
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francis dario, friend from MHS Wednesday, January 11, 2006 you are an inspiration to us all and will be greatly missed. my deepest condolences to the Almanza family.
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Amy and Mark Camp and Family, cousins Monday, January 9, 2006 What a brave young man Jacob was, and what an inspiration to us all. Our continued thoughts and prayers are with Jack, Lani and their family
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Irene Hoyer Wichita KS, Cousin of Judy Ortiz Cash Monday, January 2, 2006 It was with great anticipation and hope to be in partnership with Jacob and family in prayer for healing. Judy emailed the prayer request to me and I sent it throughout Kansas, we were in one accord, one voice and one in spirit lifting our praises, worship and our request on behalf of the Almanza family. I know that our prayers were not in vain, I know that every prayer and every tear shed God kept near to his heart. If anyone has any doubt just look at that great smile Jacob so courageously had on his face with each photo taken. It was our pleasure to be able to pray to such an awesome God for such an awesome soul. Jacob now has been healed!! The Lord give'th and the Lord take'th and yet we choose to say "blessed be the name of the Lord". Shalom to Yeshua.
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Val Wada, Friend of Lani Friday, December 30, 2005 Jacob, You have shown what living life to the fullest means. Your legacy and spirit shines bright! To Lani and family, May the memories of Jacob stay in your hearts and minds forever! You all are true inspirations!
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Marianne Wassel, Family friend Thursday, December 29, 2005 Jacob....there was such love and compassion in your house all through your illness.... such strength.....such a sense of FAMILY! Like "Win, lose or draw, we are all TOGETHER in this." I was so touched not only by you, but also by those stalwart tender Almanza conquistadores who surrounded you so fully by their vigilance and love. You sure picked the right family, Honu Boy! Vaya con Dios, mi amigo!
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Kristin Fulton, A friend through the honu Wednesday, December 28, 2005 Jacob, may you forever watch over your cherished honu from heaven, may your memory shine with light as being the one our Lord chose to hold the little ones in heaven.
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Chan Eng Heng, fellow turtle lover Tuesday, December 27, 2005 To Jacob, his family and all turtle lovers, We are now brought together by Jacob through his love for the turtles that many of us share. I think this is truly special. The turtles have gone beyond their roles in the ecosystem. They provide bridges that link people and as George has said in an earlier message, they promote goodwill, and bring out so much good and compassion in people. Thank you Turtles, Jacob and family and George for the opportunity to share my thoughts. Chan, Malaysia.
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Hedelvy Guada, Sea turtles Tuesday, December 27, 2005 Dr. George Balazs wrote a heartful message about Jacob and I wish the best for his family in this hard moment, although people like him seems that always will be shining the sky. Hedelvy Guada
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Jean Beasley, a friend through the honu Monday, December 26, 2005 To Jacob's family: My friend, George Balazs, wote me of the passing of your son, Jacob and my heart is filled with the pain of your loss. George knows that your family and mine are connected, not only by the love of the honu but we are connected through the unthinkable, the loss of a child. My daughter, Karen, died more than a decade ago at the age of 29, after a more than 4 year battle with cancer. She was fascinated by and loved the sea turtles all of her life. In fact she organized the project here which monitors and protects the nests and the hatchlings. The sea turtles were a huge part of her life force during some very difficult times. She had such grace and courage throughout her illness and I know from reading about Jacob that it was the same with him. They must have received their strength from God and from those around them who loved them so much. I send you my love and my prayers. To Jacob: You are now with the angels! Could you be on the lookout for my Karen? You will know her for she, too, loves the sea turtles. With the two of you to watch over them the honu are a little safer tonight! Godspeed, Jacob!
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Lori Kats, Auntie Monday, December 26, 2005 Jacob, I miss you like crazy, but I know you have found your peace and you no longer have to battle this terrible disease. I picture you swimming with your honu family and I can't help but smile. Your spirit will forever inspire me! Thank you for visiting me at the moment of your passing. I sat straight up in bed (midnight, my time) and gasped, possibly the same time you took your last breath. I feel you here with me and I know you are watching over all of us. I will think of you as I listen to Jack Johnson, as I swim in the oceans, whenever I see honu, and I will call on you to be with me when I write songs. You are now the angel that I talk to! I Love You, my sweet man, Auntie Lori.
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George Balazs, Along with Jacob, A Friend of the Honu Sunday, December 25, 2005 As I write this note of admiration and appreciation in tribute to Jacob, an 'Image of the Honu' flows through the background of Jacob's web page. Jacob loved the honu, as many folks do these days since they have become so plentiful. However, after a visit with Jacob in October (the only time I was priveleged to meet him in person), I am confident that Jacob saw far more in the honu than "just" a gentle majestic creature of Hawaiian seas. Honu have a way of bringing people together. People of goodwill and sincere beliefs from all walks of life that love the honu for an array of reasons. The mystical ability of the honu to interweave people in the Spirit of Aloha was ever so apparent to Jacob. I am convinced that was the case. Jacob's life with us, and the memories we will carry for all time, as reflected in part by this web site, are living proof of that love. I've spent 35 years trying to learn about the honu, both biologically and spiritually. Some secrets of their life will never be known, no matter how much or for how long people study them. It's comforting for me to know that all the mysteries of the honu are now known to Jacob. May he swim with them in joy through all of Heaven.

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