Chanelle Kauiualiilani Kalama-Oliveira Obituary (1985 - 2024)

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Chanelle Kauiualiilani Kalama-Oliveira. Born on June 12, 1985, in Hana, Hawaii, Chanelle Kauiualiilani was a beacon of light, love, and resilience to all who knew her. She was ambitious in her pursuits, courageous in her endeavors, and loving in her interactions. A talented special education teacher, she dedicated ten years of her life to nurturing and educating the young minds of Wailuku, Hawaii, where she resided for 38 years. Reflecting on the words of Helen Keller, "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart," Chanelle Kauiualiilani embodied this with her whole-hearted commitment to her family, students, and community. Chanelle Kauiualiilani was a cherished daughter, sister, and aunt, etching countless memories of joy and love in the hearts of her family. She is survived by her father Milton Oliveira and his wife Ramona, her step-father John Helekahi, and her sisters Noela Oliveira, Katelynn Oliveira, and Crystal Helekahi. Her vibrant spirit lives on in her nieces Azeliah, Koali, and Lailah-Jeanne, and her nephews Zavian, Kaiko'o, and Keanae. She was predeceased by her dear mother, Tammy-May Helekahi. Possessing a heart filled with aloha, Chanelle Kauiualiilani was a woman of exceptional strength and beauty, both inside and out. Her life, though not without its challenges, was a testament to her indomitable spirit. She lived her life by the Hawaiian proverb, "He aliʻi ka ʻāina; he kauā ke kanaka" (The land is a chief; man is its servant). She cared deeply for her Hawaiian heritage, her community, and the land she loved. She was a testament to the power of perseverance, the strength of love, and the enduring nature of family. We invite you to share your memories and photos of Chanelle Kauiualiilani on her memorial page. Let us celebrate her life and keep her spirit alive in our hearts. Her story is not just one of loss, but one of a life beautifully lived and passionately loved. As we remember her, let us honor her legacy by embracing the values she cherished: love, family, and service to others.