Denise Ku uipo ‘ Texeira

Denise Ku’uipo Texeira, 49, of Wailuku passed away on November 10, 2020. She was born on

September 12, 1971 in Wailuku.

Denise worked for the State of Hawai’i Airports

Division for 26 years. During her employment she held various positions, most recently as the

Business Systems Supervisor. She was also employed as a security guard for the airport as well. Denise enjoyed her jobs and was very passionate about helping others through her work.

Denise also shared her time working at the Maui Raceway Park and as the Vendor Chairperson for the Kamehameha Schools Ho’olaule’a for many years. In her spare time, Denise loved spending time with her family and friends, especially relaxing over drinks and pupus. She also enjoyed making peanut butter cookies and banana cream pie that will definitely be missed by all! Denise is survived by her parents, Thomas and Patricia Texeira; children, Nicole Texeira Morton, Aaron Morton, Izak Morton; sister Michelle (Malcolm) Sniffen; grandchildren, Araiyah and Challice; nieces, Kayla, Teija and Kaira; and boyfriend Danny Bulosan. She is also preceded in death by her brother Thomas Texeira, Jr.

Denise was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, auntie and friend to many. Her smile, laughter, presence and generous heart will be deeply missed.

Services will be held on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at Ballard’s Family Mortuary. Family services from 8am to 10am and public walk-thru from 10am to 12pm. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required.