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Friends and family remember Wally Amos Jr.

Friends and family gathered for a celebration of life service held for Wallace “Wally” Amos Jr. at Unity Church of Hawaii on Saturday. Amos was an entrepreneur and educator who was widely known for his Famous Amos cookies and beloved for his work and dedication to childhood literacy. Amos died at home on Aug. 13 after a battle with dementia, at the age of 88 years old.

By Cindy Ellen Russell

Aug. 31, 2024

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John Scott Jr. and his father, John Scott, pose with a cut out of Wally Amos after the service.
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People played their kazoos at the end of the service. In the foreground is Bonita Bethards.
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People joined hands during the service.
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People laughed during the service. In the foreground is Wally Amos’ wife Carol.
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Sharing a humorous moment with the crowd is Wally Amos’ wife Carol.
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Speaking at the service is Wallace Amos’ wife Carol.
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Singing is Rev. Ryan Souza.
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Friends and family gathered for a celebration of life service held for Wallace “Wally” Amos Jr. at Unity Church of Hawaii on Saturday.
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People played kazoos during the service. Pictured, from left to right, is Jaynine Nelson, Tadia Rice and Roger Epstein.
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Kazoos were handed out at the service for guests to play.
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People gathered before Saturday's service.
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