It is with great sadness that the family of Emily Ortiz Artaho announces her passing at the age of 91. She was a devout born-again Christian who spent a lot of time in prayer and reading her Bible.
She is preceded in death by her husband Anastacio (known as Ralph) Artaho, daughters Rhonda Marie and Janell Ululani Artaho, parents Patricio Ortiz and Carmela (known as Carmen) Rodrigues Ortiz, siblings George Nicolas Ortiz and Carmen Rivera.
Emily is survived by her daughters Donna Higa, Enola Gay Artaho, Priscilla (Ralph) Yawata, Patrice (Randy) Silva, Ingrid (Latham) Keaweamahi and her only son, Ralph (Sandi) Artaho II. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, 1 great-great granddaughter, numerous nieces, and nephews.
Celebration of Life is on Saturday, June 8th, 2024, at Borthwick Kaua’i Mortuary in Koloa. Visitation at 10:00 AM with a Christian Service celebrated at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at 1:00 PM at Kaua’i Veterans Cemetery, Hanapepe.
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4
