COUNTY OF HAWAIʻI STATEMENTS ON THE PASSING OF MALVIN REYES

COUNTY OF HAWAIʻI STATEMENTS ON THE PASSING OF MALVIN REYES
Below are statements from Mayor Mitch Roth and the Department of Environmental Management regarding last
night’s passing of County employee Malvin Reyes. Malvin was a driver employed by the Department of
Environmental Management Solid Waste Division. He was an 18-year veteran of the County and passed away
as a result of a traffic-related incident yesterday, July 4.
DEM Statement:
“The County family grieves the loss of one of our own. Malvin was an excellent employee, a skilled driver, and
a better friend. He was supportive of his coworkers, he was proud of his work, he was willing to help when
asked, and with his passing, he will be missed. He worked with Environmental Management for 16 years and,
prior to that, with Parks and Recreation for two years. He took his assignments and “did what needed to be
done.” Please join us in a moment of silence in honor of “Murphy.” May he rest in peace.”
Mayor Roth’s Statement:
“Our hearts go out to the Reyes ʻohana as we mourn the loss of a dedicated public servant, father, and friend.
The sudden loss is felt deeply as we continue to hear stories from his coworkers and other close friends within
our office. At this time, we ask that the community reflect on our loved ones lost and hug those still here. We
also ask that residents travel safely on our roadways, buckle up, and be vigilant of others in Malvin’s honor.”