Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 5, Number 4, 1 April 1988 — Mahalo for 'Just Helping Out' [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

Mahalo for 'Just Helping Out'

Waimea rancher Larry Mehau, owner and president of one of the largest private security firms in the state, and his family were personally thanked by Office of Hawaiian Affairs Administrator Kamaki A. Kanahele III recently "for the tremendous work they did in Ho'olokahi." Kanahele was so appreciative of their help that he presented a koa-framed mini-quilt to the Mehau family for them to cherish. It was made by master quilter Debbie Kakalia of the Bishop Museum and finished on Ho'olokahi Unity Day, Jan. 23. It is made in the crown flower pattern and pictures Lili'uokalani's crown in the center. The Mehaus were taken by complete surprise at the presentation and thanked Kanahele. Proudly displaying their gift are Larry Mehau, his wife, Beverly, and their daughter, Dana Mehau Vericella. The other Mehau children— Mike, Tim, Thomas, Anela— were also very involved with Ho'olokahi, working along with their spouses on Jan. 23 in addition to donating money. Mo'opunas Marina and Anna Mehau, the darlings of their grandparents, were also among the contributors. Mehau's company — Hawaii Protective Association — observes its 25th anniversary this year.