Kunio Lemari

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Kunio Lemari (29 November 1942 - 28 March 2008); died due to complications from diabetes 28th March 2008 at Majuro, Marshall Islands. Was acting President of the Marshall Islands from 20 December 1996 to 14 January 1997. He assumed office upon the death of the previous President, Amata Kabua, having previously served as the country's Minister of Transport and Communications.

Survived by brothers Rellong Lemari (Senator from Lae Atoll) and Johnny Lemari (Mayor of Kwajalein Atoll); wife Christina Lemari; sons Harald (Joanne), Wesley (Lynn), Ranni and Dixon Lemari; daughters Evangeline (Quincy Calep), Dianne, Kimberlynn (Michael Vredenburg), and Lyla; numerous nephews, nieces, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Preceded by Amata Kabua

Acting President of the Marshall Islands 1996–1997

Succeeded by Imata Kabua

v • d • e Presidents of the Marshall Islands Amata Kabua • Kunio Lemari (acting) • Imata Kabua • Kessai Note • Litokwa Tomeing