Past travelers were in awe of Punalu'u and said there was plenty of free ... or after a visit to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, as the beach sits about 35 miles south of the national park.

Friends may call at 12:30 p.m. Feb. 23 at Punaluu Beach Park, Pavilion No. 1 for a service. Family requests casual attire and no flowers. He is survived by wife, Mildred Aldaya of Pahala ...