West Maui Community Plans Helicopter Flower Drop Memorial Tribute For Russell Nielson And The Nielson Children
Russell Nielson is being remembered with a planned helicopter flower drop tribute at a memorial service scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Amber Gifford organized the fundraiser on June 9, 2026, for fellow Kinder parents, Maui Prep Ohana, and west Maui friends of Ashley Nielson.
The effort had raised $2,950 toward a $3,000 goal through 17 donations, with total tribute costs listed as $3,200 for the flight and flowers.
Organizers asked the community to complete funding by 5:00 PM on June 9, 2026, so they could secure the helicopter, flowers, and final arrangements.
The tribute aims to surround the Nielson children and Ashley Nielson with love, aloha, and community care during a difficult time.
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