stranded pacific islanders
Honolulu, HAWAII — Rodrigo Mauricio knew that his wife Mary was going to die. For a decade, he had watched her diabetes worsen and her kidneys weaken. He had ushered in 2020 with her in the hospital. He had read the pamphlets from Island Hospice about what to expect when the end came.
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![Rodrigo and Mary Mauricio had 12 children and a wealth of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Here he is seen with (back row left to right) Meriuter Mauricio, Brigid Mauricio Fenderson, Maysleen Mauricio and Meulynn Mauricio Kapiriel. Diondra Kirielmo stands next to Rodrigo. [Cory Lum/Civil Beat] with (back row left to right) Meriuter Mauricio, Brigid Mauricio Fenderson, Maysleen Mauricio and Meulynn Mauricio Kapiriel. Diondra Kirielmo stands next to Rodrigo.](https://www.samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/rodriko-mauricio-family-portrait-web.jpg?itok=kIDVcKjk)