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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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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Cielo, brother
Sunday, August 5, 2007
Jakey,
I miss our conversations. I still hear you, just a bit more subtle. Football season is right around the corner and I was thinking of how much you like this time of year. I'll be sure to catch a Warriors game on TV for you.
Aloha,
C |
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Mom,
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Hi Son,
Another full moon to let me know you are with me. Thanks, I needed that message.
Love, Mom |
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Audrey,
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Today my thoughts drift your way. Love You and All.
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Lisa Kats, Auntie
Saturday, July 14, 2007
Thanks for the message yesterday at Kailua Beach Park. As I walked passing out flyers for the Relay I went back in time to where I was a kid playing in the sand at Kailua Beach with my siblings, as my Dad (papa) swam to flat island and back. Then went back in time watching you and your siblings play in the sand. I then returned home to watch Uncle Gregg's kids do the same. Lot's of man of wars and sand turtles dragging them away. It will be my first time participating in this event. Spent thr night in your room and had such a peaceful sleep. I pray you get to your Uncle Cepy, he needs some guidance. As you know your Auntie returned to the islands to help your family out with Grams & Papa.Excited for today, I'll walk beside you all the way. Oh I am wearing your china man hat thanks Paloma's idea as Auntie's face must keep away from the good ole' sun. God Bless you Jakey miss your smile and your laugh.Oh sunshine would be nice today. Love you Auntie Lisa |
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YOUR TEAM CAPTAIN, Paloma
Saturday, July 14, 2007
Aloha Jib!! Today is the day we Unite to Move Forward (Pupukahi i Holomua)in the hope of finding a cure. We hope you will enjoy our Ninja Turtle theme. Everyone is very excited about gathering together as One to celebrate your life and those of our friends who are Home with you. We will see you at the beach park!! LiveNinjaHonuStrong |
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Kate, Ex-Girlfriend
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Remember that place?
Where you let me in
and touched my face.
It hurt so good
and without a trace
you left me.
Gone like my innocence
you washed up with the waves
throwing away common sense.
From a waterlocked paradise
I fell in love once again
And broke the crushing ice.
Our talks of things to come
and things that have been
Teased my heart until I came undone-
The day I found you, again.
But when I found you
you were dead.
The piece of news most mothers dread.
Not a car or a knife
but a sickness inside
incurable by life.
The man I promised to marry one day
and give children to
the cherubs coveted and took away.
Your green eyes smiling down
and a heart full of love
Left beneith Hawaiian ground
To beat forever in the name
of friends and family
who helped build your fame.
Never again will we kiss in the park
and hold onto eachother
until it gets dark....
But your memory will always live on
in life and in love
That my dreams thrive upon.
Jake,
I went to the park on your birthday since I haven't had the internet in quite some time. I ate chinese from the Blue Dragon where we went just about every weekend under our tree by the lower duck-pond. I wrote this for you the day after I got ahold of someone about you on myspace, and I hope it isn't too much... you know me.
God and I are talking, again. I found out in April that I have a condition called Crohn's Disease, and I have had to revamp my entire lifestyle. I moved back down to Ashland and found a place off a dirt road in the hills with a creek in the backyard and 24 acres to boot! A rental, sure... but rent to own! When we pray and ask God for things, how do we expect God to reply, Jake? Before I found out I was sick, God and I had a hell of a talk. I asked him for guidence in my life. I was still living in Portland and going to school up there. I was laid off and didn't know what to do. Sitting under our tree on your birthday, I had a strange thought: If you pray for Patience, does God give it to you? Or does he present you with the oppertunity to be patient? When one prays for food, does he give it to you or present you with the learning oppertunity to gather it for yourself? I asked God for help, and he handed me Crohn's Disease. It brought me home to my mother, then to some new work, new medicine, and some new and old friends along the way. God doesn't care if you read the Bible, Jake. God doesn't care if you take ritual in the holy communion or if you have confession weekly. God doesn't even care what religion you belong to. Just the fact that faith itself exists in your heart is enough to earn God's unrelenting love. My God loves me, and I have faith.
I sure miss you, Jake. I think about you regularly, read your old letters and cards that you sent, and flip through the pictures of us in Ashland on our hikes and around town. I'll see you, again.
(For the Almanza Family) Here is my e-mail address if you should need to reach me for any reason. (address withheld)
Kate |
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Andrea, Auntie Lisa
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Your Auntie Lisa Shared your story w/me!!! You were amazing person & you have enlightened a bunch of people's lives!! I'm thankful for my friendship w/your Auntie Lisa & hope to meet your family soon!! |
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Audrey, family
Friday, June 15, 2007
Jacob, today I think of you. I miss you much.
Happy Birthday Uncle Jack! Today I thought of you too and I love you all so much.
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Paloma, your sister
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Aloha Jib, Just the other day I was thinking back to all the lives you have touched and continue to impact. I think it is because you allowed the Holy Spiit to guide you(like in our favorite St Ann's song,"On Eagles Wings"). Thank you for teaching me this. All too often the ego wants to take charge,the challenge begins,and lessons are learned the hard way. I will work for peace today.
I love you and admire you! LiveAloha. |
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Gregg,, Uncle
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Jake,
As summer draws near, I continue to look for perspective in the small ways that you were so good at expressing and shining light on. My faith at times seems so weak. You were ever present in our home as Andrew did a report on Sea Turtles for school. He choose it out of your love of them, and his love for you. With love and aloha, Uncle Gregg. |
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dad, One in Christ
Monday, June 4, 2007
Hi Jake
Peace. We are beginning our way to Peace. One glimpse of Heaven, one smile, one kindness at a time. Thank you for starting our walk.
We are One. Gently, dad |
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Mom,
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Jacob, you continue to amaze us with your presence in unexpected places. Thank you for being with us for Joshua's graduation and for all the moments you let us know you were there, like finding the perfect parking space and meeting Colleen in the middle of New York. You continue to help me find peace in the space between here and there. I love you. Mom. |
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Paloma, your sister
Monday, May 14, 2007
Jakey, I guess I shouldn't have been surprised by your encounters with Kawailani.You never cease to amaze me.I am beginning to understand more and more how it all happened for a reason,how we are all One,and how faith ,hope and love keep us united.Thank you Jib for all you did here to show your love and all you are still doing.LiveAloha, Paloma |
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Mom,
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Hi Son,
I have been feeling you close and missing you these last few days. As Mother's Day approaches I miss you even more.
Love, Mom |
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joaquin, dad
Friday, April 27, 2007
Hi Jacob -
with every passing day we know with more and more certainty the true nature of who we are and what that means in our relationship with God. You are our messenger, our bringer of light. With that light we are beginning to see the essence of God and His holiness in one another.
I love you Son. gently in Jesus Name, dad |
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Paloma, sister
Saturday, April 14, 2007
Jake, Everyday I learn one new thing from you and,our friend,the Holy Spirit. Thank you for being there as I ask for help over and over again. Practice makes permanent, right?!
"I have the freedom to switch courses whenever I want. If I'm not sure of the direction to take, I'll ask for guidance."
I love you. LiveAloha, Paloma |
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Mom,
Sunday, April 8, 2007
Happy Resurrection Day! Of course I know you were there with us at Lanikai Beach to see the sunrise. Standing in the water, I was so aware of both your presence and absence. You are my hero and my angel.
Love, Mom
*a note to Kate - Jacob did talk about you after coming home from Ashland. Thank you for being his friend. Please tell us how we can get to your blog and read your poem.
Aloha, Lani (Jake's mom)
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Kate, Ex-Girlfriend
Friday, April 6, 2007
I was Jacob's girlfriend while he was in Ashland, Oregon at Southern Oregon University. We shared so many long walks through Lithia Park in shine and rain, and bonded very closely. I talked to him on the phone off and on as the years passed, we talked about seeing eachother again and he helped me find faith again. I wrote a poem for him on my myspace blog when I found out he passed, a month and a half ago. He is an inspiration to me and many others. My love and support to his family and friends back home. Ashland will never forget him, and neither will I. -Kate |
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Mom,
Sunday, April 1, 2007
Happy Birthday Jacob! As always, you continue to be my inspiration and I constantly look for ways to honor your strength and courage. Hope we did what you would have wanted today. All around us are reminders that you are always with us, the whales, snorkeling on Maui, TMNT movies, beach clean-ups, pizza, yellow cake w/ chocolate frosting, the full moon, clear skies, and lots of stars. Especially, that one big bright one shining in the western sky. Sending you a birthday hug. Stay close.
Love, Mom
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Gregg Kats, Uncle, Brother in Christ
Sunday, April 1, 2007
Thinking of you today and the extended family that you bind together. As I struggled today with perspective, your face, smile, laugh and more importantly the lessons that I learned while you were on earth and now that you are in heaven brought me to a new realization. Thanks. You stand tall in all facets. Love from me, Aunty Ann, cousins Brandon, Tessa, Andrew and Big E.
In His Name - Uncle Gregg |
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