Support Nanika's Family in Their Time of Need

Nanika Cordeiro had a huge heart with more love to give than she could hold. She unexpectedly passed on the morning of 7•7•24 leaving behind her partner Neil and fur babies Honey, Sweet Pea, Slayer, and Kava. Her family and community are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of such a bright and beautiful soul. Anyone who had the chance to know Nanika and experience her quick wit, light hearted, always playful, optimistic yet strait forward attitude; knows they encounter someone special. A one of a kind, March to the beat of her own drum type of gal. She will be greatly missed and we are all grateful to have know her and will continue to hold you deep in hearts.

The funds will go to help the family with the costs of final expenses. You love support and generosity are greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Obituary and Celebration of life: Details below.

Antuanette “Nanika” Keanuenueolunaonapualehua Cordeiro passed away in her home in Bay City, Oregon on July 7th, 2024 one day shy of her 47th birthday.

Nanika was born on July 8th, 1977 in Honolulu, Hawaii to Anthony Cordeiro of Waianae and Johnette Momoa of Nanakuli.

Nanika grew up in Waianae/Nanakuli, Hawaii and eventually moved to Bakersfield, California where she spent most of her adult life. The summer of 2018, she moved to Bay City, Oregon to be closer to her immediate family. Nanika was engaged to be married to her fiancé Neal of 8 years. She was wild at heart, funny, loving and a spitfire. Nanika loved her nieces, nephews and all of her cousins like no other. Nanika could not leave a room without telling everyone she loved them followed by a hug. Her smile, laugh, and fierce love of family will forever be missed.

Nanika was preceded in death by her mother Johnette and both sets of grandparents. Nanika is survived by her fiancé Neal, stepson Nolan, father Anthony, step-mother Claudia and Becky, brother Anthony (Tony Boy) (Cristine) Jr, sisters; Haley (Jared) LeeAnn (Kasey) and Charlie, nieces’ and nephews; Keali’i, Kalei, Kessler, Karson, Desi and Miles.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 12th, 2024 at 2pm at Alderbrook Grange Hall, 5995 Alderbrook Rd, Tillamook, OR 97141.