Homelani Memorial Park & Crematory

Homelani Memorial Park & Crematory Providing the Hilo community with seamless, full-service funeral and cremation services since 1871. and Mrs. Pitman.

Established in 1871 as a burial place, Homelani was originally called Halai Hill Cemetery. It was not until 1923 that the name was changed to Homelani, meaning "Heavenly Home" in Hawaiian. At Homelani Memorial Park you will find our unique Japanese Garden, which embraces the traditional Japanese style of creating beauty and aestheticism in the most natural form. In 1870, the people of the First Foreign Church in Hilo decided it was important to own a burial place for the foreign population of Hilo. They found a desirable location situated on Ponahawai and contacted the owners, Mr. Through various correspondence and arrangements, the church secured possession of the land on April 25, 1871.

The new year can stir up many feelings, like hope, heaviness, and everything in between. If this season feels different ...
01/05/2026

The new year can stir up many feelings, like hope, heaviness, and everything in between.

If this season feels different for you, you’re not alone. Grief doesn’t follow the calendar, and there’s no “right” way to begin again. Small routines, quiet moments, and reaching out when you need support can help you find steadier ground.

If you’re navigating loss this month, we’re here with care and clarity whenever you need us.

Save this for a moment of need. 💛

Not every resolution starts on January 1st, and honestly, some of the most meaningful ones begin quietly, once the rush ...
01/02/2026

Not every resolution starts on January 1st, and honestly, some of the most meaningful ones begin quietly, once the rush settles.

If you’re thinking about planning ahead this year, you can start small: one note, one memory, one trusted person.

Tiny steps now can bring your family comfort later. We’re here whenever you want support moving forward. 🌿✨

A new year can bring a mix of emotions: hope, reflection, uncertainty, and everything in between. Wherever you’re starti...
01/01/2026

A new year can bring a mix of emotions: hope, reflection, uncertainty, and everything in between.

Wherever you’re starting from, we’re wishing you clarity, comfort, and moments that feel a little brighter in the days ahead. ✨💛

Here’s to new beginnings, gentle steps forward, and a year that meets you with kindness.

If you feel like sharing, what resolution or intention are you holding for 2026?

For many, the final day of the year is a tender mix of remembering, releasing, and hoping.Wherever you are emotionally, ...
12/31/2025

For many, the final day of the year is a tender mix of remembering, releasing, and hoping.

Wherever you are emotionally, grounded, uncertain, grieving, or quietly optimistic, you’re not alone. 🕯️❄️

May you enter the new year with softness, clarity, and the comfort of knowing you can take things one step at a time.

We’d love to hear one reflection or hope you’re holding. ✨

As the new year approaches, it’s common to feel pressure to be hopeful, energized, or ready for a fresh start. If this s...
12/30/2025

As the new year approaches, it’s common to feel pressure to be hopeful, energized, or ready for a fresh start. If this season feels heavy, quiet, or complicated, you’re not alone. 🕯️💛

This guide offers gentle grief resources, from local support groups to comforting articles and trusted helplines, that you can save for whenever you might need them.

Our team is here 24/7 to listen and support you at your own pace.

As the year winds down, many of us find ourselves reflecting on what we want to carry forward: a habit, a hope, a small ...
12/29/2025

As the year winds down, many of us find ourselves reflecting on what we want to carry forward: a habit, a hope, a small shift, or simply more gentleness with ourselves.

Whether your intention for 2026 is big or beautifully simple, we’d love to hear it.

Your words might inspire someone else who’s finding their way into the new year. 🌿

The day after a holiday can feel especially quiet, the kind of quiet that brings both relief and heaviness. If today fee...
12/26/2025

The day after a holiday can feel especially quiet, the kind of quiet that brings both relief and heaviness. If today feels tender, you’re not alone. 🕯️💛

Our guide offers gentle words and small, comforting ideas for moving through the day at your own pace.

Wishing you softness and steady breaths as you navigate whatever comes.

Visit our website to read more.

Funeral, cremation & memorial services in the Hilo area since 1871. Here to help you honor and celebrate the life of a passed loved one.

The holidays mean something different for everyone, and however you’re spending today, we hope it includes a touch of co...
12/25/2025

The holidays mean something different for everyone, and however you’re spending today, we hope it includes a touch of comfort, a bit of calm, and people who make you feel cared for. ✨💛

Sending warm holiday wishes.

You’re in our thoughts today. 🎄

This season can hold a lot: joy, nostalgia, and sometimes a quiet ache for the people or moments we’re missing.In the mi...
12/23/2025

This season can hold a lot: joy, nostalgia, and sometimes a quiet ache for the people or moments we’re missing.

In the middle of it all, the small things often bring the most comfort: a familiar scent, a cozy ritual, a movie that feels like home.

What brings you comfort this time of year? We’d love to hear. 💛

There are a lot of assumptions about planning ahead, and some of them can keep families from experiencing the peace it b...
12/22/2025

There are a lot of assumptions about planning ahead, and some of them can keep families from experiencing the peace it brings.

Today, we’re playing a little game of Two Truths & A Myth. Can you spot which one isn’t true? 🎄✨

The truth is, planning isn’t just for seniors, and it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. You can start small, update things anytime, and create clarity for the people you love most. 💛

If you’d like to explore your options, our team is always here to help.

Movies have a way of holding our memories, especially the ones we return to every holiday season.Whether it’s a classic ...
12/12/2025

Movies have a way of holding our memories, especially the ones we return to every holiday season.

Whether it’s a classic you watched growing up or something that simply brings you peace, we’d love to hear the comfort film you reach for this time of year. 💛

12/12/2025

Kanani, mahalo for your thoughtful words.

Even in the hardest transitions, feeling supported and understood matters so much. We’re grateful Porscha could be there for you in that way.

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388 Ponahawai Street
Hilo, HI
96720

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