The island community of Honolulu is coming together to grieve the loss of Jordan Arakaki, who passed away on June 1, 2026, at the age of 40. Born on March 14, 1986, Jordan was remembered by loved ones as a devoted son, brother, father, uncle, grandson, and friend whose warmth touched everyone who crossed his path.
News of his passing spread quickly across social media, where his sister Kuhia Arakaki shared a heartfelt tribute describing the heavy sorrow felt by the family.
In her message, she spoke of the difficulty of putting into words the pain of losing someone who meant so much to so many people, and she expressed gratitude for the love and laughter Jordan brought into their lives.
She also asked the community for prayers and support as the family navigates this painful chapter, finding some comfort in knowing his spirit will live on through the people he loved.
Dozens of friends and family members responded with messages of condolence and support. Comments poured in from people across Hawaii and the broader Pacific Islander community, many offering blessings in both English and Hawaiian.
Several mentioned having seen Jordan recently and expressed gratitude for those final memories, while others sent prayers and aloha to the entire Arakaki ohana during this difficult time.
Memorial Service Set for Nuuanu Memorial Park
A celebration of life for Jordan Arakaki has been scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2026, at Nuuanu Memorial Park and Mortuary, East Chapel, located at 2233 Nuuanu Avenue in Honolulu. The day will be structured to allow loved ones time to gather and honor his memory in stages.
The schedule begins with an ohana viewing at 4 p.m., followed by a public visitation at 5 p.m. for extended friends and community members who wish to pay their respects.
The formal service will begin at 6 p.m., with a fellowship gathering to follow from 7:30 to 9 p.m., giving attendees a chance to share stories and support one another. Food and refreshments will be provided after the service concludes.
Organizers noted that leis are welcomed as a traditional gesture of love and remembrance, while they have asked that wreaths not be sent, reflecting a wish to keep the gathering centered on the personal and cultural traditions meaningful to the family.
A photo collage shared alongside the memorial announcement shows Jordan smiling alongside family at the beach, including what appears to be a graduation celebration with leis and flowers, capturing moments of joy that loved ones say defined his spirit.
An accompanying tribute verse speaks to a sense of peace, describing how he held tightly to all that mattered most and rested surrounded by love.
As the date of the service approaches, friends and family across Hawaii continue to share memories and condolences online, reflecting the wide circle of people whose lives Jordan touched.
The Arakaki family has expressed deep appreciation for the outpouring of love and support during this time of mourning, and they continue to ask for prayers as they prepare to lay him to rest at the end of next month.
