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. |
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OCEAN PROJECT
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No. 551
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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
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WAIKIKI AQUARIUM
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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
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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Tiana Dudoit, Friend from Maryknoll
Saturday, December 17, 2005
Hey Jacob, I assumed that the next time we'd see each other would be at our High School reunion. No worries though, we will have our reunion one day in a bigger and better place. Your entire Maryknoll family will keep your memories alive...we'll surely miss you!!! To the Almanza family, you are so blessed to have shared your lives with someone with so much faith, spirit, and happiness. Please accept my deepest condolences during this extremely difficult time. |
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Reuben Macapinlac, Friend
Saturday, December 17, 2005
Although I haven't spoken to Jacob in almost a year, I always regarded him as a close friend, almost like a brother, dating all the way back to our carefree days in high school when we would both play Basketball together for endless hours at a time. One thing I always noticed about Jacob was his happy demeanor about everything, even through the bad times. He always kept his head up high and put a smile on his face because it just seemed like he appreciated life...a lot more than I did. He was there for me when I was growing up and I will never forget the precious friendship and happy memories we had throughout our adolescent years. I miss you man...you will always be in my prayers and I know now that you are in a better place...I also send my blessings and prayers to Jacob's surviving family (thank you to Jacob's parents for being there for me throughout high school...my thoughts and prayers are with you as well). |
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Lyle Matsuura, fellow Maryknoller (co 98)
Saturday, December 17, 2005
My deepest condolences to the family. what a blessing to have shared and loved with some an extraordinary human being. Jacob you are in a beautiful place, and we all strive to better ourselves through your memory. |
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Amy Crews, family friend
Friday, December 16, 2005
I listened to Lani today speaking of seeing a shooting star and friends seeing a honu poking his head out of the water where they had scattered some flowers and I thought of how Jacob had touched our lives, my life. For me Jacob will be in the small miracles; a star, a honu, a rainbow, the love of family and friends, just appreciating each and every day. Thank you Jacob. Aloha |
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Frank L. Cabacungan III, Classmate / pal
Friday, December 16, 2005
Well, Jake...i suppose this is goodbye, but not forever. We'll see each other someday again, and when we meet up we'll both be in full health and basking in total splendor. I admired your courage in high school drumming for an otherwise underdog band. I'm sorry for not getting to know you better, but i suppose we'll have a lot of time to make up for it when I catch up to you. My prayers to your family...Merry Christmas...God bless. I'll end on a funny note, but this will probably be looked at as rather strange, but here goes. When we were freshman (or beforehand, actually) I think i met you in summerschool, perhaps it was in weight training. Anywayz you were one of my 1st highschool friends. 2ndly (heres the wierd part) I envied your guns man. There I said it :) and now im submitting it. God bless, bro. |
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Carla Kondrotas, Aunt
Friday, December 16, 2005
I met my precious nephew for the first time at our family reunion. He stole my heart at that very moment. When we said goodbye I asked him to fight but I guess he was already heaven bound. |
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Michael Moriarty, Uncle
Friday, December 16, 2005
Jacob:
You touched the lives of many people who never met you during your short time on earth. May you rest in everlasting peace with god our saviour.
Uncle Mike |
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Theresa, friend
Friday, December 16, 2005
jacob, i'll miss you and will never forget you. your strength is something to be admired, and your battle is finally over. i hope you have found your peace, and know that you have touched the lives of everyone who has ever had the blessing of meeting you. god bless... |
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Jenni LaPeters, friend of Cielo
Friday, December 16, 2005
My favorite memory of Jacob was when he was a young boy. Cielo and I took Jacob and Joshua to see the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie in Kailua. He was always laughing, playing games and that smile of his was oh so cute!
My sincere condolences to the Almanza family. |
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Julie Arakaki, friend
Friday, December 16, 2005
Your strength, determination and faith in the past couples years are truly an inspiration. I'll always remember you smiling all the time in high school. Rest in peace Jacob and God bless your family. |
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Cielo, Big Brother #1
Friday, December 16, 2005
Jacob,
We always had that special oldest to youngest bond, but recently you reversed the roles on me and taught me so many things about life, family, and friends. You also taught me what it meant to be a warrior. Your earthly shell could not hold your warrior spirit. No wonder you were such a HUGE UH Warriors fan. I look forward to being touched by your spirit and seeing you out on the ocean. You will always be in my heart.
I love you "PIKO". |
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Michelle Pillen, Family friend
Friday, December 16, 2005
My favorite memories of Jacob are of him as a teacher. He created and taught a lesson on honus for my son Kanoa, who in turn taught his sister Zoe. I'll never forget the intensity of Jacob's message and his skill at holding Kanoa's attention! Jacob taught me so many lessons. The ones that stand out are about the alkaline diet, driving shortcuts in Kaneohe, and what it truly means to have faith. I even had a chance to see Jacob teach strangers! When he and I visited the Waikiki Aquarium, many tourists walked by us, asking each other questions about the fish. Jacob couldn't resist - he started answering peoples' questions and giving them personal tours. Lucky for them - and lucky for us - that Jacob so generously shared his knowledge and passions in life. His lessons will endure. |
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logan malisa, cousin
Friday, December 16, 2005
JACOB, I REMEMBER WHEN YOU,JOSH & ME,USED TO PLAY HOUSE WHEN WE WERE LITTLE KIDS.WE WOULD HAVE SO MUCH FUN.I ALSO REMEMBER US PLAYING THE PIANO TOGETHER WE DID THAT ALOT AND PALOMA SENT THE PICTURE OF US THAT SHE FOUND IN YOUR BOX THAT WAS A REALLY SPECIAL MOMENT FOR THE BOTH OF US. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT.JACOB ALMANZA YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY PRAYERS AND MEMORIES FOREVER
I KNOW YOUR WATHCHING OVER ALL OF US, AND WE ARE ALL WITH EVERY MOMENT OF EACH DAY.I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART AND WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU LOVE YOUR COUSIN LOGAN |
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Elizabeth Kunimoto, Friend, through Lani
Friday, December 16, 2005
Thank you, Jacob, for allowing me to witness through you the power of the Spirit, perfect, immortal, eternal, and always One with God.
Your Light was luminous, even in your pain, and you touched all of us no matter where we were.
Our love will ever be with you. |
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Mark Chesney, friend
Friday, December 16, 2005
Jacob Almanza was a cheerful friend. The Lord has called him to help paint the picture of the heavens each day. Jacob, you will always be with us. -Mark |
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Kystal Ikeda, Friend of Paloma
Friday, December 16, 2005
You are a remarkable person! Your faith, determination, hope, and love have taught me a great deal. To the Almanza family, please accept my deepest sympathy and know that my prayers are with you! |
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Amy Camp, Cousin
Friday, December 16, 2005
Jacob, I write you in Heaven. God is with you and you are free from this world's pain. You are PERFECT as you have been promised by God. We will pray for comfort for your family. We will all miss you. You are a true hero!! Love, Amy |
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Audrey Tripp, Cousin
Friday, December 16, 2005
Jacob is my hero. We grew up apart but I was fortunate to have spent time with him one weekend in San Diego, while he was visiting my other super cousin Cielo. That was all we needed, our relationship grew immediately strong. His funny charm, his lively chat. A wonderful memory I have is at the time we were expecting and I told him I really liked his name, he allowed me to name my baby Jacob, in fact he insisted. HaHa. Too bad Olivia is a girl. I will cherish the time we spent talking about everything from Our Loving God to sports and football. I love you and will forever carry your memory dear to my heart. Rest now my beautiful cousin you are healed. |
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Lisa Ann Kats, Aunt
Friday, December 16, 2005
YOU ARE FREE FROM ALL THE PAIN AND SUFFERING. NOW YOU CAN SWIM FREELY WITH THE HONU'S AND ALL THE REST OF THE MARINE LIFE. I WILL SEE YOU IN MAUI ONEDAY SOON,SO SAVE A SWIM FOR YOUR AUNTY,OK. REMEMBER YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MY SUNSHINE. I WILL MISS YOUR SMILE. SHINE BIG AND SHINE BRIGHT. LORD THANK YOU FOR LETTING JACOB LIGHT UP OUR LIVES.AS YOU ARE MY ANGEL,I AM ONE OF YOUR ANGELS. I LOVE YOU JACOB, MANY HUGS AND KISSES ALWAYS,LOVE YOUR AUNTY LISA |
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Paloma, Jacob's #1 big sister
Friday, December 16, 2005
My favorite memories of you are when we used to be at the house together, chatting and laughing amongst ourselves. You got my humor and I got yours.We watched a lot of the Price is Right and Family Fued.We swore the next time you could fly we'd go to these places and watch these games in person.I told you you'd do great playing Price is Right and knew you wouldn't listen to the audience but just do your own thing.Thanks for all the eating out dates, and for helping me to convince dad that Yoony's Korean Bbque would be great for dinner on Fridays. I LOVE YOU "JIB"!!!! |
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