The Obelisk pierces the sky. A silent sentinel at Ke’ehi Lagoon Memorial. This isn’t just a park. It’s a living testament to sacrifice.
Ke’ehi Lagoon Memorial State Park. Eleven acres of meticulously kept land. Dedicated to all veterans. Especially those who gave their lives in the Pacific Theatre during World War II. The Legislature of the Territory of Hawai’i established a commission in 1949. Its purpose? To create memorials for those lost.
In 1952 eleven acres were set aside for Ke’ehi Lagoon Memorial. Imagine the mangrove swamp that once stood here. Cleared in the 1960s to make way for the memorial. The Obelisk rose. A memorial hall followed. Then roads and parking. More halls were added over the next three decades. The Alfred Los Banos Hall. John A Burns Hall. Tommy Kakesako Hall. The Harry and Jeannette Weinberg Hall. Each one a testament to the enduring spirit of remembrance.
Ke’ehi Memorial Organization. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit. They maintain and manage the park. Supporting disabled veterans their families and the youth. They uphold the Veteran’s Creed. A powerful statement of commitment and service. A creed recognized by numerous veteran organizations.
Ke’ehi Lagoon Memorial. More than just stone and concrete. It is a place of peace. A place of reflection. A place where the stories of countless brave souls echo. Hear them whisper on the wind. Feel their presence in the sun’s warmth.
Today Ke’ehi Lagoon Memorial State Park stands as a beacon. A reminder of the ultimate price paid for freedom. It is a place of honor. It is a place of respect. It is a place of profound gratitude. Remember those who served. Remember their sacrifices. Remember Ke’ehi Lagoon Memorial.