Maile Verna Duggan

Maile Duggan, 81, devoted wife and loving mother, passed away on January 12, 2021 in Alexandria, Virginia. She grew up in a military family, moving around the world before graduating from high school in Germany and earning her bachelor’s degree from The University of Redlands in California. In California she was swept off her feet by the dashing (then Lieutenant) Lawrence Duggan, marrying in 1961, and going on to enjoy almost sixty years together as partners in life. Maile raised a family and supported the career of her husband, Colonel Lawrence Duggan, facing the unique challenges that come with a life constantly on the move through tours of duty in Vietnam, Japan, Germany, Thailand, Virginia, North Carolina, and Florida. She found her true home in Alexandria Virginia, where she thrived in a career as a Real Estate agent and Education Specialist at Fort Belvoir. Always active in the community, she served as a Fairfax County Elections Official, USO volunteer at Fort Belvoir, and Board Member of Southeast Fairfax Development Corporation. Maile wreaked so much havoc at the Fairfax County Citizens Police Academy in 2007, that she returned in 2009 for an encore. Always proud of her Hawaiian heritage, "Auntie" Maile was active in Hawaiian communities in both Hawai'i and on the East Coast. Former President of the Kamehemeha Schools Alumni Association (East Coast Region), she was active with the Daughters of Hawai'i, a founding member of Ke Ali'i Maka'ainana (Hawaiian Civic Club, Washington, DC Chapter), and the Hawai'i State Society. Maile was also an avid student of Hawaiian culture, refining her ukulele and hula skills as a student and former Board Member of Halau O'Aulani where she studied more than two decades. The last memory most of Maile’s family share, is her surprising a dozen loved ones by performing a hula to “White Christmas” during a virtual family reunion in late December. Her presence was always felt, the headstrong personality rounding out a generous nature that was driven by the desire to help others. She was a dedicated fan of the Washington Redskins and Nationals, always willing to share friendly coaching advice towards the television on game days. She had a green thumb and passion for gardening that showed in the beautiful landscapes she maintained around the house. She challenged her husband to keep up with her as she rediscovered her love of travel with visits to Japan, China, Russia, New Zealand, France, and many other destinations domestic and abroad. Maile is preceded in death by her parents, Ainsley Kapuahelani and Daisy Mahikoa, and brother Ainsley Kahula Mahikoa. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Col. Lawrence W. Duggan, (USA, Ret), and children; Michelle Watkins (Mark), Dallyn Duggan (Gary Washington), Leanne Kidd (Dorian) and Lawrence Duggan Jr (Wendy), grandchildren; Kristen, Erik, and Malia, and sister Annette Spinaio. A graveside service will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

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Maile Verna Duggan

May 5, 1939 - January 12, 2021