It is with the saddest regret we announce the death of our colleague and most senior Marine Ranger, Killian James Azueta. We extend our sincere condolences to his daughter, family, friends and work colleagues. We ask the almighty father to give his family all the strength they need at this time and to welcome him into his kingdom. We will miss his cheerful personality, his voice coming up the office stairs, it was a pleasure having you as our staff, you touched so many of us with your positivity. Sail on Killian.....until we meet again.

Hol Chan Marine Reserve

I first met him when he was 3 - same smile. Heartbreaking news.

Hon. Andre Perez
I'd like to extend my sincere condolences to Mr. Claudio Azueta and Mrs. Maria Luz Azueta on the sudden loss of their beloved son, Killian James Azueta. This entire island mourns along with you, as your son was indeed a great friend to many. He reached out to those in need and welcomed them into his home, even as a child. It does not escape me that Mr. And Mrs. Azueta are living every parent's worst nightmare. No words of comfort are suffice at this time. My family and I have you all in our prayers. I would also like to extend my condolences to Killain's beloved daughter, it was evident that you meant the world to him. May you all find comfort in each other and honor the life of Killian, a man of great love and respect.

May the soul of Captain Killian James Azueta be received in the arms of his creator and rest in eternal peace.



Sail away Killian...

Hol Chan Marine Reserve hosts boat launch in honor of Killian Azueta

Today Friday July 9th, Mayor Gualberto "Wally" Nunez, Deputy Mayor Dianeli Aranda and the San Pedro Town Council were honored to be invited by the Hol Chan Marine reserve for offical vessel launch & tribute commemorating the life of their friend and colleague Killian James Azueta. May his name continue on the waters he loved very much









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On Friday, July 9th, the Hol Chan Marine Reserve honored the life of one of their own, colleague Killian James Azueta, who unfortunately passed away in 2020. The marine reserve management held a special memorial in the presence of Killian’s family and friends ending the event with the launch of a patrol boat named ‘Gordo’ in memory of Hol Chan’s former park ranger.

The boat will bear a placard with Killian’s picture. The Hol Chan group believes this is a way to keep him sailing as Killian was a lover of the sea, his daughter, family, friends, and community. Hol Chan’s Chairman Ian Pou gave the welcome remarks opening the special event. Pou noted that it took days of preparation, and to finally hold the event was a testament of kindness they share with everyone. “We welcome the Azueta family and friends and thank them for allowing us to make this recognition,” Pou said.

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