Dane H. Bowden-Kauka
May 23, 1985 - August 29, 2021
Dane H. Bowden-Kauka, 36, of Hilo, died on Sunday, August 29, 2021 at Hilo Medical Center. He was born on May 23, 1985 in Hilo, Hawaii. He was a member of the Hawaii Laborers’ Union Local 368, a Heavy Equipment Operator for Concrete Coring Company (CCC), and former Foreman & Crane Operator at Resort Management Group (RMG). Dane touched the lives of so many with his irresistible “Kauka Smile”, never ending jokes, life-of-the-party personality, loving heart, and beautiful soul.
A drive-thru visitation only will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday (Oct. 16, 2021) at Dodo Mortuary Upper Carport, Hilo. Masks and social distancing required.
Survived by, companion, Brandi Paulo; mother, Javer Lani (Clarence) Kekaualua; step-mother, Joan Kauka; brother, Kimokeo Bowden, Sr.; sister, Amanda Kauka-Fernandez; nephews, Kimokeo “KJ” Bowden Jr., Rusty Bowden, Isaiah Fernandez and Jayden Paulaau; nieces, Cacia “CC” Bowden and Jada Paulaau; hanai niece, Tiani Paulo-Wong; numerous aunties, uncles, cousins and friends. Dane was preceded in death by, father, Darren Kauka.