In Loving Memory of Leilani ❤️ Help Us Honor Her Life and Support Manuel

It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Leilani Calhau, devoted wife of Manuel Calhau.

Leilani’s journey over the past several years was filled with challenges, courage, faith, and hope. For eight long years, Leilani patiently waited on the liver transplant list, holding on to hope for a transplant and more time with her husband, family, and loved ones.

Over the past year, her health significantly deteriorated, leading to numerous hospitalizations and many difficult days. Despite everything she was going through, Leilani continued to fight and hold on to hope.

Throughout this incredibly difficult journey, Manuel never left her side.

Manuel made the selfless and heartbreaking decision to leave his employment so he could care for Leilani full-time at home. He devoted himself completely to her—making sure she was comfortable, cared for, loved, and surrounded by dignity and compassion.

He gave up so much to be there for the woman he loved, and he gave her the greatest gift of all: his time, his presence, and his unwavering love.

Now, Manuel is facing a loss that is impossible to put into words. Not only is he grieving the woman he loved and shared his life with, but he is also facing the difficult responsibility of making final arrangements and dealing with unexpected expenses at a time when he is emotionally and financially vulnerable.

We are humbly asking for your help in supporting Manuel during this heartbreaking time.

Funds raised will help with Leilani’s funeral and memorial expenses, as well as the unexpected financial burdens that have come with her illness and passing.

Any contribution, no matter how small, will make a meaningful difference. If you are able to donate, please know that your kindness will directly help Manuel as he begins this difficult new chapter without his beloved wife.

If you are unable to give financially, there are still many ways you can help:

❤️ Share this fundraiser

🙏 Keep Manuel and our family in your prayers and thoughts

🌺 Leave a message of love and support

❤️ Help us keep Leilani’s memory alive

Every donation, every share, every prayer, and every kind word means more to our family than we can express.

We are incredibly grateful for everyone who has loved, supported, and prayed for Leilani and Manuel throughout this journey. Your kindness and compassion have meant so much to us.

As we say goodbye to our precious Leilani, we hold close the love and memories she gave us. She will forever remain in our hearts and will never be forgotten.

May Leilani rest peacefully in God’s loving arms, free from pain and suffering. May her beautiful memory live on forever. ❤️🌺

With heartfelt gratitude,

Darlene Calhau Slater

on behalf of the Calhau family

Mahalo nui loa for your love, prayers, generosity, and support. 🌺❤️