Sami Takai is Mark's wife. Mark was only 49 when he passed away. The couple met in the Student Senate of the University of Hawaii. Sami runs a home business. She was formerly president of the Parent Teacher Organization at their daughter Kaila's school. (Facebook/Mark Takai)
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Rep. Mark Takai of Hawaii passed away, leaving behind a loving wife, two children, and a devoted family. See photos and learn more about his loved ones here.