Henry K. Giugni: He was Senate's sergeant-at-arms

Service set for Inouye's former top aide

A public memorial service for Henry K. Giugni, the Senate's 30th sergeant-at-arms and former top aide to U.S. Sen. Daniel Inouye, will be held on Tuesday at Hanahauoli School, 1922 Makiki St. Visitation will begin at 4:30 p.m. Service will follow at 6 p.m.

"Henry's life touched thousands of people from all walks of life," Inouye said in a news release. "The service will be a meaningful way for his family, friends and former colleagues in Hawaii to honor the memory of this special man. He was the consummate professional in all he did, and he will always be remembered for his compassion and generosity of spirit."

Giugni, 80, died Nov. 3 at a hospital in Rockville, Md., of congestive heart failure.

He attended Hanahauoli School and later, Iolani School. Giugni's long-standing personal and professional bond with Inouye started during Inouye's re-election campaign to the Territorial House of Representatives in 1956.

He dedicated himself to serving Inouye as he rose through the ranks from the Territorial Legislature to Congress.

From January 1987 to December 1990, Giugni served as the Senate's sergeant-at-arms -- the first person of color to hold the position -- after he left Inouye's staff.

Charitable contributions in memory of Giugni can be made to: The Henry Giugni Memorial Fund, c/o The Hawaii Community Foundation, 1164 Bishop St., Suite 800, Honolulu, HI 96813.

Proceeds will go toward supporting internships for Hawaii students interested in a career in government and politics in Washington, D.C.