12/01/2025
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Annie Reece, the beloved owner of Just Ukes. Surrounded by her Ohana, Annie peacefully left us on November 25, 2025, after bravely facing an 18-month battle with cancer.
To all who knew her, Annie was a beacon of joy. She was always ready to greet you with her megawatt smile and infectious laugh. She was a passionate supporter of local musicians and she lived the spirit of aloha every day of her 36 years in Kailua-Kona. While Just Ukes was her pride and passion, her greatest joy came from being a devoted mother, a cherished Grammy, and a loyal friend.
Annie’s legacy lives on in all of you, the people who called her friend, shared in her laughter, and carry her memory in your hearts.
If you have a memory of Annie, we invite you to share it here in the comments. Your stories will help keep her beautiful spirit alive.