He was the husband of the late Maria Jose (Vieira) Mendonca. If Darren Galas killed, he has to still see and kneel before the real JUDGE!!! Let him feel the pain that the Mendoncas have suffered for a decade and then some. WE WILL NEVER FORGET SANDY NOR STOP FIGHTING AGAINST VIOLENCE TO WOMEN AND CHILDREN!!!! He doesnt admit guilt but goes to prison. Scrubs!> The feds need to do a thorough investigation intoOPA and KPD!!!! Galas was strangled to death in her car at her Eleele home in 2006, a crime that shocked the island and stood unsolved for several years before estranged husband Darren Galas was convicted in 2018. He kept going until the mother of his children was dead. Lawrence Mendonca, Galas father and a strong supporter of the YWCA of Kauai, said a final push on the morning of the tournament moved the field to the tournaments maximum 30 teams (consisting of four persons each) playing a modified scramble format with no post-event party because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Sections; Print Replica; Search . Some people can put up an act. Lawrence "Larry" Mendonca was of Portuguese origins and served in the Air Force for 22 years, while his wife, Toshie, was Japanese. Strangling someone takes several minutes I would think this guy did not have a bell that went off that said STOP. Murder charge reduced - The Garden Island Summarizing the events leading up to the sentencing, Green told the court the couple had been separated, sharing custody of their children and at times continued an intimate relationship. WA Gov. Jay Inslee won't seek reelection for fourth term He could present really well, in the courtroom, in church. Also the information in the article is incorrect as that the change of plea was NOT from guilty to no contest his original plea was NOT guilty and was changed to no contest. Had Prosecutor Kollar done his job and pursued the case against Darren, he would be charged with murder. In the years following Sandra's murder, her family had already begun healing by helping others, however, and that work continues today. Honolulu Obituaries | Local Obits for Honolulu, HI Everyone could tell was for show. He said the case dragged on for years until Darren Galas, a man who had never been convicted of anything, was offered the plea of no contest to an assault charge. That pushed the silent auction over the top. If he gets locked up, hes got no children, Greeen said. Soon,Shinjowas arrested by federal authorities on unrelated charges: He was involved in a meth trafficking operation. Unfortunately, due to parental alienation, Sandras father Larry has no relationship with her two children. FAMILY PLACED OBITUARY. No one can outrun the wrath of God.. As women, we are told to leave our abusers, take the children, report them, file restraining order. If your comments Unfortunately, his old age and deteriorating health took a toll on him, and he suffered a heart attack in February 2017 aged 75. Link your TV provider to stream full episodes and live TV. Keith Morrison Previews: The Other Side of Paradise We also had the murderer Hilario chilling at KCCC for years after being found guilty of murder in the first degree before being sent to a real prison. The evidence was lacking, however, and he was released, then granted custody of the two boys. In 2012, Kauai Police Chief Darryl Perry set a new investigator on the case. Arrest made in cold case murder of Sandra Galas While Darren made an entry almost daily, the police quickly noticed no mention of January 25, 2006. 26, 2023. Fifth Circuit Court Judge Kathleen Watanabe told Galas the court accepted his change of plea in the reduced charge of assault in the first degree from guilty to no contest and found him guilty of assault in the first degree. He and Toshie reside in Kauai, where they run the Never Forget Sandy G Foundation with their son. When a plea deal is offered it means that the prosecution does not have enough evidence to prosecute. Darren Galas, 40 of Kalaheo was arrested for the 2006 murder of his estranged wife, Sandra Galas. Their 27-year-old daughter, Sandra Galas, was found brutally murdered in her houses garage, depriving them of her presence forever. Hopefully there will be no chance of parole for him! Prior to the change of plea, a trial was scheduled for the end of April, Mendonca said. The Never Forget Sandy G golf tournament has grown to become a major fundraising event benefiting the YWCA of Kauai, and the torch bearer of the YWCA of Kauai campaign to eliminate domestic violence, everywhere. On June 15, 2018, Dateline premiered The Other Side of Paradise on NBC. Kauai man sentenced for wifes death DATELINE FRIDAY PREVIEW: The Other Side of Paradise For real tho, if you want to get away with murder, come Kauai. I am disgusted in the Kauai system, my family was set to vacation there next year. Justice At Last for Sandy G? These online obituaries are meant to be a permanent place for the Hawaii community to honor and . Wade is survived by his children, Cameron Wade McClendon of Chattahoochee, FL, Hunter McClendon and wife, Natasha of Albany, GA, Zane Ares McClendon of Altha, Metallica McClendon and Galadreil McClendon both of Edison, GA, Krislyn McClendon of Altha; andhis mother, Sarah Jane McClendon. Dont forget this case was charged by his predecessor in Oct 2012 in an attempt to sway the 2012 election (it didnt work) which apparently caused some structural issues with the case. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. SIGN UP TO BE UPDATED ON RECENT OBITUARIES, 500 Ala Moana Boulevard. Eventually, in 2008, the detectives found Darrens DNA on the clothes Sandra was found in, and Larry and Toshie hoped for a breakthrough. Friday at Hilo Hawaii State Center, Cultural Hall, 1373 Kilauea Ave. Arrest made in cold case murder of Sandra Galas Furthermore he was NOT found guilty for assult. Darren Galas, 46, was originally charged with one count of murder in the second degree. This is what she was living under, your honor. A life sentence, without Sandy.. He was upset that sentencing was delayed. Thank you TGI for reporting the wrong news once again! What a complete slap in the face for Sandys family. In courtroom footage featured on In Ice Cold Blood, a member of Sandra's family read a powerful victim impact statement on behalf ofher father, who died of a heart attack before the case was closed. After Darren's sentencing, however, the event continued, traditionally earning between $12,000 and $15,000 for the YWCA, according to theGarden Island. Kauai man sentence in connection with strangling death of his wife We lost a dear person, so whatever happened it doesnt bring it back, it doesnt make it OK. He was not active, infact sat all the way in the back and was awkward, acted shady. And last Christmas and like 9 Christmases before that. Larry Mendonca Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information - Legacy.com But thats not the most difficult thing hes had to deal with in his sisters death. No shame these prosecutors. Kauai man arrested in 2006 cold case murder This guy went church, but started only last year. Sensing he might be lying, the detectives searched his home for evidence but had to let him go when they were left empty-handed. Memorialization will be by cremation with Marianna Chapel Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. These boys are standing behind their father from what Ive read at other sites. Larry Mendonca said he hopes his grandsons will eventually start talking to them.