WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) released the following statement expressing her condolences over the passing of Mary Matayoshi:
“Like so many people across Hawaii, I’m mourning the loss of Mary Matayoshi, a devoted educator and beloved community leader. Mary dedicated her life in service to Hawaii’s communities and worked hard to expand educational opportunities that have benefited generations of students and teachers.
“I consider the Matayoshi family part of my ohana and got to know Mary and her family during my time serving as Lt. Governor. As she led the State Volunteer Service Office in the Cayetano administration, I witnessed up close her profound passion for public service. Mary will be remembered for her contributions to Hawaii’s education and community service fields and will be greatly missed. I extend my condolences and aloha to the Matayoshi family.”
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