Life story

" James "Kimo" Martin 82, of Hilo, died peacefully at home with family present on February 8, 2023.
Kimo was born in Kohala and is a graduate of Kahuku High school. A proud Veteran of the U.S Army Corps. Resided in Hilo as a Senior Technical Representative for The Xerox Corporation for 36 years. He enjoyed being a recognized woodturner and avid bottle collector with the Hilo Bottle Club. He was a proud and staunch supporter of his Native Hawaiian Heritage. His humor, friendliness, and generosity, will undoubtedly be greatly missed by all who knew him. "