U.S. Sen. Daniel K. Akaka released the following statement:

"Frank Fasi was a good friend with a good heart dedicated to helping the people of Hawaii. Frank was a kind-hearted leader who would reach out to island families and help them as much as he could. Frank accomplished so much. When you look around Oahu, you see his legacy everywhere. Frank and his family were a force, committed to making Hawaii better. We will miss him dearly.

"I have fond memories of golfing with Frank. He played like he ran the city: if he saw something wrong with my swing, he would pounce, tell me what I was doing wrong, and help me improve. Aloha, Frank."