Benjamin Jones El Jr.'s Obituary
BENNY EL, 92, of Kaneohe, passed away August 9, 2023 at his Kaneohe home surround by family. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, August 15, 1930.He served in the U.S. Army and retired with 20+ years of service in the United States, Europe and Asia. He then retired from the Army Corps of Engineers. A lifelong musician, he performed with the U.S. Army Bands, Honolulu Symphony, many shows, recording studios and bands. Benny was a member and supporter of the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada; and Musicians Association of Hawaii Local 677.He is survived by his wife, Toshiko El; son, H. Jesse EL (Judy El) of Colorado; daughters, Evelyn Kikue El, Akimi D. El-Gould of Kaneohe; grandson James Kalae Loa El of Kaneohe; great grandson Kaze Yantip.
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