Honolulu, Hawaiʻi – Senator Jarrett Keohokalole (Senate District 24 – Kāneʻohe and Kailua) and Representative Daniel Holt (House District 28 – Sand Island, ʻIwilei, Chinatown), co-chairs of the Legislative Native Hawaiian Caucus, issued a joint statement today on the passing of Princess Abigail Kawānanakoa:
“On behalf of the Legislative Native Hawaiian Caucus, we extend our condolences and aloha to the Kawānanakoa ʻohana on the passing of Princess Abigail Kinoiki Kekaulike Kawānanakoa.
As a longtime benefactor for the Friends of ʻIolani Palace and many other Native Hawaiian causes, Princess Abigail’s generosity and contributions have greatly benefited our lāhui.
Our hearts and prayers are with her ʻohana and loved ones during this time.”