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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Bruce Reynolds, Friend of Lani Monday, December 19, 2005 I will remember Jacob's sense of humor and thirst for knowledge. While chilling with him at the house he would ask me questions about my travels and life in England, he so enjoyed his time in Europe (Spain) and educated me greatly on that country. Bruce
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Barbara Wade Burton, Friend & Co-Worker of Lani's Monday, December 19, 2005 Jacob, you were such an inspiration to so many people. I feel so blessed to have spent time with you at Relays, and with our advocacy work - your strength, your courage, your wonderful determination and your sharing with others were always above and beyond the call. You will be missed greatly. Prayers and love to you and your family. Love, Barbara
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Tina Balajadia, ACS colleague from Guam Monday, December 19, 2005 Lani and Family, Please know that you have friends in Guam who are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers. May God bless you.
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Harry, Patricia, Thaddeus, and Heidi Park, Friend of the family Monday, December 19, 2005 Words can hardly heal the heart or fill a void but knowing that you extended Ohana is there with prayers and best wishes for your family helps just a little. The Harry Park family is there with you in our thoughts and prays daily, wishing you peace and comfort. To be blessed with such a beautiful person inside and out for even just a moment in your life lasts for a lifetime of wonderful memories! Heidi Park
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Tonja Hillegass, Family Friend Monday, December 19, 2005 Prayers and Love go out to you Jacob and your family. My fondest memories of you are of babysitting you and Josh with my older sister Ursula. Most of the time Cielo and Paloma were there hanging out and it was so much fun with all of you. Your family is a wonderful and loving family. I know that you will be looking over them and guiding them until you all meet again. Tonja
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Anna Mayeda, ACS colleague from Maui Monday, December 19, 2005 The loss of a child, no matter what age, is the greatest loss a parent can experience. When I went through this experience 22 years ago, I was devastated for a long time until a minister & family friend told me something that has comforted me till this day. He said, "Your son is an 'Angel' now and he is right by the side of our Lord." Picturing my son as an Angel in heaven, free and happy, is how our boys are... for that, I am happy for us! With deepest sympathy and love!
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Denny Kukahiko, Friend of Cielo Monday, December 19, 2005 Jake, I only met you a couple times when I went back home with Cielo. You and your family were easy to befriend and made me feel very welcome. I felt as if I was with my own family. It is rare that you meet people who make you a better person by knowing them and that's what you and your family have done for me. Cielo has shared much of you strength and wisdom with me and you will live on through your family. I will always have your brothers back. Aloha from the Kukahiko Ohana
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Erin Moncada, Colleague of Lani's Monday, December 19, 2005 It was a great honor to hold your hand, Lani, on December 14th. I will keep alive your message to ACS to do more in support of caregivers. My heart is full for you and your family. God be with you all.
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Cathy Hashimoto, Friend & Co Worker of Lani's Monday, December 19, 2005 Dearest Friends and Family: It is with a heavy heart that I write this message in memory of such a young and vibrant young man. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. May you be comforted by the wonderful memories and the promise we have from our God when he fulfills His promise from the book of Isaiah 33: 24 "And no resident will say: I am sick..." Love, Wayne & Cathy Hashimoto
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Jill Geiger, friend of Lani Monday, December 19, 2005 Words are hard. Jacob, while I met you only several times, I thought of you often. Not just in class at the many times your mother referenced you - your joy, your fighting spirit, your endless faith and courage - but also when life seemed trying and pettiness overwhelmed. You invoked in all whose lives you touched unwaivering strength and courage and the importance of staying focused on the important things - family, friends, faith. Love. I pray for all who knew you to emulate your actions and way of living, to keep your life message strong. Lani, my good vibes will be directed to you and your family always.
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Tom Tucker, Friend from Canada Monday, December 19, 2005 I had the pleasure of sharing some moments with Jacob over the last couple of months. Both he and his family provided me with great perspective and support for a charity fundraiser I was doing in Hawaii for brain tumour research and awareness. The memory that sticks out in my mind, as I continue my own battle with a brain tumour, was Jacob's view on faith. His subtle yet brilliant comment was "Never lose faith". I could see his perspective in his actions. Each day is a new day. Each moment is unique. Each memory is irreplaceable. If one gets too caught up in what might happen they could forget the gifts that come from living each moment to its fullest. As such, don't lose your faith. Thank you Jacob. My condolences to family and friends.
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Jenny Lagers, friend of Cielo's Sunday, December 18, 2005 My heart reaches out to the Almanza family from across the ocean. I only wish I had the honor of knowing Jake. I will think of him whenever I see Honu.
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The Segura Family - El Paso, TX, Nephew/Cousin/Friend Saturday, December 17, 2005 My family and I had the privilage of spending some very pleasurable time with Jacob last time he was in the states with his family. In the short time I spent with him I recognized a great gift within him. He had a way of putting things into perspective and grasping what is really important in this world. Jacob, I admire your strength, your courage, and your insight, you will be sorely missed. As long as you have love you have life! Although his physical presence is no longer with us, Jacob will live on in our memories of him and our continued love for him.
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Stefanie Lau, friend from Maryknoll Saturday, December 17, 2005 Jacob- You will be missed greatly. I am sorry I could not come to Hawaii for your funeral. I know you are looking down on all of us from heaven :o) You are a hero. Love, Stef
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Nathan Goo, Friend/Classmate/Teammate Saturday, December 17, 2005 Jacob you have taught me to live life to the fullest. You were a great friend to all of us and will be sorely missed. I know your going to a better place though. You get to see and be with God who has loved you since the day you were born. Thanks for all the memories, the laughs, and the good times we had together. It was great seeing you when you could hang out with us. I know one day we will meet again. God bless you.
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Kamalani, Great Friend Saturday, December 17, 2005 Howzit Jake, I'm gonna miss all the memories we shared together. Like going to Jack in the Crack, and body surfing at Sandy's and Point Panic. The thing that I'll miss most is your crazy sense of humor. You were always trying to get a smile out of me and everyone around you. I'm really going to miss the Beavis and Butthead impersonations, "eHehe, come to Butthead." You were truly one of my best friends and I'll never forget you brah! I'll see you in the afterlife. Love you always, your friend Kamalani
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Claire Vericker, friend Saturday, December 17, 2005 In my memory, Jacob will always be a lovable energetic rascal full of endless curiosity and a strong spirit, not to mention gorgeous eyes and a killer smile. A huge hole was created when Jacob found his peace. With faith, we trust that he is in a much better place and that God in His Mercy will help us deal with that hole. Please accept my love and prayers for your family now, Jake.
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The Sysko Family, Family Friend Saturday, December 17, 2005 At a very young age, Jacob taught the Sysko Family the acronym for BIBLE--Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth--and he exemplfied the way to live throughout his life. Now that he is with his Heavenly Father, we will always remember his sense of humor, wisdom, and honor for his family.
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Michele Baquiro, Friend of Paloma/Kainalu School Saturday, December 17, 2005 Hi Jacob, I met you once when your sister brought you to school. You were in the midst of your long battle with this horrible disease, called cancer. It is with deep sadness to hear of your passing, and can only know you are resting, free of pain with our good Lord in the heavens above. I feel very humbled and gratetful to have met you, if only briefly, but through Paloma's numerous emails, full of wisdom and love, I have learned to reflect on my own blessings god has given me. Life is too short everybody, don't sweat the small stuff, love your family and friends each day for you never know what lays around the corner. To the Almanza family, I offer you my deepest condolesences, thoughts and prayers. Aloha, Michele Baquiro
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John Colling, Cousin Saturday, December 17, 2005 Rest easy, my cousin. God has work for you to do at his side, I'm sure. Your time here amongst us on Earth may have been far to short, but you are in God's hands now, forever. We'll meet someday down the road, my friend...

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