Keoki Roy KanekahaAkai Tafaoialii, 1987–2026

Keoki Roy KanekahaAkai Tafaoialii

, Alaska

January 1, 1987 — October 6, 2026

Soldotna resident Mr. Keoki Roy Kanekaha’akai Tafaoialii, 39, passed away Oct. 7, 2026, in Soldotna, Alaska.Keoki was born Jan. 2, 1987, in Honolulu, HI. He moved to AK in 1993 and also lived in Palmer and Anchorage. He enjoyed movies, music, and video games.His family shared: “It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of our beloved son, Keoki. We find comfort in remembering his love, laughter, and the simple joys he cherished: family, good meals, meaningful conversations, music, cooking, movies, and video games. Though we wish we had more time together, we are forever grateful for the life we shared. He will always be our son, our brother, and he’ll always be with us. We’ll miss him beyond words and love him forever. Rest peacefully, our sweet boy. You were loved more than you could ever know. We love you.”Keoki is survived by his mother, Florence Tafaoialii,…

Keaton Blaine Hutchings, 1993–2026

Keaton Blaine Hutchings

, Alaska

October 1, 1993 — October 2, 2026

Keaton Blaine Hutchings, 33, of Soldotna, Alaska, passed away on October 3, 2026. He was born on October 2, 1993, in Soldotna.Over the years, he built a life centered on service, hard work, and deep love for his family. He was known for his humor, generosity, kind heartedness and steady presence. He found joy in being with his family and friends. Keaton owned Alaska Used Auto in Soldotna. He was a member of Soldotna Baptist Church. Keaton loved to play cards and vacation with his family.He is survived by his wife, Mekhenzy Hutchings; children, Khendall, Anasticia and Khayla Hutchings; father, Stephen Paul Hutchings; sisters, Tamara Lewis, Amanda Frison and Amy Winslow; brothers, Stephen and Logan Hutchings; grandparents, Tomas (Patricia) Johnson and parents-in-law, Steven (Rabecka) Goad.He was preceded in death by his mother, Dawn Hutchings.Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at College Heights Baptist…

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