Esperanza Monces Cabbab Cantorna

Esperanza Monces Cabbab Cantorna

, 93, of Haliimaile,

Hawaii peacefully passed away at home on Sunday, November

29, 2020. She was born on

October 4, 1927 in Bantugo,

Nagbukel, Ilocos Sur in the Philippines.

She is survived by a son, Alfred

(Dr. Virgie) Cantorna; 2 daughters, Rosemary Himuro and Jessie (Kevin) Harrington;

4 grandchildren, Becky and

Rolenn Himuro, Emily Cantorna and Alex Harrington; and 1 great-grandchild, Mateo Cantorna-Aina.

She is predeceased by her husband, Felino Cachola Cantorna; her parents, Aniceto and Maximiniana Cabbab; 1 brother, Juan Cabbab; and 4 sisters, Cirila, Agrifina, Demetria and Leonora Cabbab.

She worked for Maui Land and Pine for over 23 years until her retirement in 1989. She was a strong, hardworking and loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She had a heart of gold, infectious smile and laughter, and boundless generosity.

The family is grateful to the staff of Hospice Maui; Dr. David Seriguchi and staff; Dr. Ramin Altaha and staff; Pacific Cancer Institute, Anna Dee-O’Rourke and staff: St. Joseph’s Church in Makawao, Father Michael Tolentino and Donna Pico; and Norman’s Mortuary. Due to COVID, private services will be held with burial to follow at St. Joseph’s Church Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to: 907 Hiilani Street, Haliimaile, HI 96768.

Norman’s Mortuary Online Condolences:

www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com.