The Hawaii Fire Department and the Todd ʻohana announce funeral and memorial services in Hilo for Fire Chief Kazuo Todd. Together, they extend their heartfelt mahalo to the community for the tremendous outpouring of love and support in his memory.

Todd passed unexpectedly the morning of Dec. 14 after suffering an aneurysm.

“He served Hawaii Island with humility, courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication to public safety. His leadership, vision, and aloha touched countless lives across our island and beyond,” HFD and the Todd ʻohana stated.

A funeral service and procession will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10 followed the next day by a public memorial service. Members of the public are encouraged to join the larger public memorial service on Sunday, Jan. 11. See service details below.

A procession with pass-and-review for HFD firefighters with final honors will be held from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10 at HFD Administration.

Visitation will be from 12:30-3 p.m. with a 3 p.m. funeral service at Dodo Mortuary.

The community is welcome to honor Todd on this solemn day. However, due to limited space inside Dodo Mortuary, those in attendance are kindly asked for understanding and kokua in prioritizing seating for family and friends, along with ceremonial participants.

A larger public memorial service will be held Sunday, Jan. 11 at Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium.

Doors open at noon and fellowship and reflection will take place until 2 p.m., when the formal service begins.

Community members, partners, friends and ʻohana are welcome to come together in reflection, remembrance, and celebration of Todd’s life and legacy. All are warmly invited and encouraged to attend.

Additional information regarding logistics and ceremony details will be shared as plans are finalized.