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Ten cowboys were inducted into the Paniolo Hall of Fame at the Hawaii Cattlemen’s Council Annual Convention on Saturday, Nov. 19 at the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel.

The Paniolo Hall of Fame was initiated 12 years ago to recognize individuals statewide who have contributed to keeping Hawaii’s paniolo heritage alive. Including the 2011 inductees, there are 116 members, both living and deceased, in the Paniolo Hall of Fame.

“I commend the Oahu Cattlemen’s Association for organizing this wonderful annual event recognizing Hawaii’s cattlemen,” said Sen. Malama Solomon, who represents District 1, encompassing Waimea, Hamakua, South Hilo, Keaukaha and Hilo.

“Congratulations to all inductees of the Hawaii Paniolo Hall of Fame. Their knowledge and guidance have made the paniolo culture legendary in Hawaii,” she said.

Solomon, a rancher herself, attended the ceremony.

This year’s honorees include:

* A. Hartwell Carter
1896 – 1985
Parker Ranch, Hawaii

* Donald G. DeSilva
Parker Ranch, Hawaii

* Dee B. Gibson
1919 – 1991
Koko Head Dairy, Oahu;
Wailua Ranch, Kauai; Saddle City, Oahu

* Peter Kama Sr.
1919-1985
Kahua Ranch, Oahu

* Naluahine Kaopua
1857 – 1961
Thomas White Ranch, Wall Ranch, Hawaii

* Clarence Medeiros Sr.
Magoon Ranch, CM Ranch, Hawaii

* Gary J. Rapozo
Parker Ranch, Hawaii

* Richard K.P. Smart
1913-1992
Parker Ranch, Hawaii

* Harry “Pono” von Holt
Ponoholo Ranch, Hawaii

* Louis von Tempsky
1859-1922
Ulupalakua Ranch, Maui
Haleakala Ranch, Maui

With the 2011 inductees, the Paniolo Hall of Fame now includes 116 members.

— Find out more:
www.hicattle.org