Francis Kealoha Kamahele

July 25, 1953 - October 14, 2020

Honolulu, HI - Our beloved Francis Keahola Kamahele, 67, passed into eternity to be with his Lord on October 14, 2020. He leaves behind his wife, Patty; son Adam; son Matthew and wife Zellie; grandchildrenTahtiana, La’akea, and Kanile’a; brothers Kenneth and Solomon; cousins, nieces, nephews, sisters-in- law, and many dear friends.

Born and raised in Honolulu, Francis resided most of his years in Honolulu, on Maui, and in San Diego. He was a proud graduate of Saint Louis School, one of the men of Kalaepohaku, and was active as an alumnus from the class of ‘71.

Blessed with an amazing voice, Francis was called “one of the finest singers ever to come out of Hawaii.” He was part of the cast of Hawaii Calls, had his own show in Waikiki, and then became the headliner and emcee of Tihati’s Drums of the Pacific on Maui. He also was an actor with several roles on the Hawaii Five-O television series with Jack Lord.

Francis’ life changed direction when he became a Christian and then was called into the ministry in 1987. He faithfully served as an intern pastor in San Diego with Mike MacIntosh and up until his passing, was the pastor of Horizon Christian Fellowship Honolulu. In those years, he also travelled the world preaching and singing from small venues to Promise Keepers events at stadiums with 80,000 in attendance. It didn’t matter the size of the crowd, he shared and sang with all of his heart and soul.

He also started a ministry called “Jesus Loves You” where literally thousands of people in need across our island were touched with the Lord’s love through the distribution of clothing, food boxes, school supplies, hygiene kits and supplies along with a special keiki carnival for the little ones and a dinner concert...all free of charge. Jesus said, “Freely you have received, freely give.” (Matthew 10:8b) Many people came to know the Lord through this special ministry. Francis has had an impact on the lives of others as he loved and cared for their physical and spiritual needs.

Francis’ greatest loves in life were his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, his wife, his grandchildren and his entire family. He enjoyed his time as a paddler for Napili Canoe Club (having paddled the Molokai Hoe three times), and was an avid golfer. One of his favorite sayings was, “Hey, I’ve got a new swing!” We greatly enjoyed golfing together weekly as it was a time when we could appreciate one another’s company, as well as the beauty of God’s creation. Our bucket list was fulfilled when we golfed at Pebble Beach a few years ago with friends.

Francis was greatly loved and will be greatly missed. But we are confident he heard these words as he took his last breath on earth...and his first breath in heaven: “Well done good and faithful servant...enter into the joy of the Lord.” (Matthew 25:23)

There will be a Virtual Celebration of Life Service for Francis Kamahele via live stream only

(Due to COVID restrictions no in-person attendance please)

Date: Saturday, November 7 @ 10:00am (Hawaii Time)

Link to service: https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=rvheKdlOrmE

OR type in: “Francis Kamahele Celebration of Life” into the search box on YouTube and it will direct you to the link.