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Brian William-Hiapo Awai, 33, of Kula, Hawaii, passed away on April 9, 2023. He was born on May 16, 1989, in Southfield, MI, to his loving mother Ora'lea Starr, also known as Dawn Gottlieb. Brian had a twin brother named Daniel Awai, who survives him. He was the nephew of Adam Gottlieb and the grandson of Ted Gottlieb and Barbara Plecas. He was the grandson of Daniel and Leina Awai.

Brian was an independent, intelligent, …

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Born

May 16th, 1989
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Passed away

April 9th, 2023
Kula, HI

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