Katsuya Nakatani
Mar 13, 2026
Katsuya Nakatani, 97, a devoted family man passed away peacefully March 13, 2026. A Korean War Army veteran, a mechanic, and avid deep-sea fisherman, dedicated his later years to preserving the legacy of his great-uncle, Shinshichi Nakatani, who built the Japanese Tea Garden’s Drum Bridge for the 1894 SF World’s Fair.
Predeceased by wife, Fujiko; he is survived by children Natalie...
Miyoko Morimoto Mizuki
May 9, 2026
Miyoko Morimoto Mizuki, born on May 25, 1932, in Los Angeles, to Charles Isamu and Shizuye Morimoto, passed away on May 9, 2026.
Miyoko was born in the home where her parents lived on Vermont Ave. near Exposition Park. She lived there until she was five years old, when the family moved to Townsend Ave. in Boyle Heights. Miyoko attended Malabar...
Clara Yoshie Saito
Jun 27, 2026
Born in 1931, Clara Saito passed away on June 27, 2026. She grew up on the island of Oahu and witnessed the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Clara danced hula and had a beautiful singing voice, performing as a lead singer. with an orchestra. She also owned and operated a health food store. She had a smile that lit up a room...
Hiroko Nakazono
Jun 20, 2026
Hiroko Nakazono, 92-year-old, Kanagawa, Japan born, resident of Gardena, who passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026.
She is survived by her loving family; sons, Gordon Yoichi and Andrew Koji Nakazono; brother, Masaru (Michiko) Takagi and sister, Haruyo Okui both of Japan; she is also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives here and in Japan.
As a long resident of...
Michael Shelford Halley
Jun 10, 2026
Michael Shelford Halley, age 77, resident of Carson, California passed away at his home on June 10, 2026. He was predeceased in death by his parents E.B. and Fanny Halley of Monroe, Louisiana. He is survived by his loving wife Lynne Hisa Kusada, sisters Diane (Richard) Kiper, Esther Halley, brothers Brice (Patty) and Stephen (Lisa) Halley, and many nieces and...
Elsie Eruko Hayashi
Jun 10, 2026
Elsie Eruko Hayashi of Pasadena, passed away peacefully at the age of 105 on June 10th. Preceded in death by her husband, Henry Muneo, and is survived by her three children Sharon (Tak Shimazaki), Gayle (Ron Tanaka), and Bob (Yoshiko). She is also survived by nine grandchildren, twenty-six great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held...
Haruko Mary Sato
Jun 4, 2026
In loving memory
Haruko Mary Sato
February 22, 1926 – June 4, 2026
Resident of South Pasadena, passed away at her home on June 4, 2026, surrounded by family. Predeceased by her husband, Tadao Ted Sato, she is survived by the following:
Daughters: Jean (Koki) Ito, Carolyn Matsuda, Emily Sato.
Grandsons: Derek (Christina) Ito, Tyler Matsuda, Aidan (Bernadette) Williams.
Granddaughters: Kamryn Tsui, Maryanne Matsuda, Tamara Fragas.
Great-grandsons:...
Yotaro Roy Hamada
Jun 2, 2026
Yotaro Roy Hamada
November 23, 1932 – June 2, 2026
Yotaro Roy Hamada, 93, born in Akita Prefecture, Japan, and a longtime resident of La Palma, California, passed away peacefully at his residence on June 2, 2026.
He is survived by his loving wife, Yoko; his son, Hiroshi; daughter, Yumi Knight and many nieces and nephews.
A Buddhist funeral service will be held on...
Judy Suzanne Izumo
May 31, 2026
Judy Suzanne Izumo, age 74, a lifelong resident of the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Judy remained deeply connected to her community throughout her life. She was a proud graduate of California State University, Los Angeles, and later earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree at the University...
Richard Hajime Ohtomo
May 29, 2026
A private family service for the late Richard Hajime Ohtomo, 96-year-old, New York born, resident of Rancho Palos Verdes, who passed away on May 29, 2026, was held on Saturday, June 27th at Palos Verdes Baptist Church in Rolling Hills Estates.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Kiyoko Ohtomo; daughters, Lisa (Robert) Hladek and Kathy Ohtomo; grandsons Hunter Hladek and...
Kiyoko Isomura Otsuki
May 29, 2026
Kiyoko Isomura Otsuki, age 94, of Canyon Lake California passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026. She was born on September 11, 1931, in Tokyo Japan to Yoshitaka Tsumura and Kimi Isomura. Kiyoko survives by her husband, Tony Tsunehiro; Daughter, Sharon (Gary) Morrison; brother, Bob Corrigan.
Funeral service will be held on June 20 at Fukui Mortuary at 11 am, 707...
Yoshiko Iwashita
May 28, 2026
Yoshiko Iwashita, a Kyoto-born resident of Los Angeles, peacefully passed away at her home on May 28, 2026, at the age of 99.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Takamori Iwashita.
She is lovingly remembered by her devoted children: Irene Megumi Adachi; Grace Michiyo (Jon) Kramer; J.W. Jr. (Sherry) Thompson; Bobby (Teresa) Thompson; Sueko (Ray) Gibbs; and Paul (Suzanne)...
Kazuo Paul Kamachi
May 28, 2026
Kazuo Paul Kamachi, 92-year-old, Olympia, WA-born, resident of Los Angeles peacefully passed away at Adventist Health White Memorial on May 28th. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Yo; He is survived by many nieces and nephews
Funeral Mass will be held at ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CHAPEL on Saturday July 11th at 10 am with Father George Aguilera officiating. 222 South...
Ronald Shigematsu, M.D.
May 26, 2026
Ronald Shigematsu, a lifelong Angeleno whose life was defined by dedication to his community, unwavering love for his family, and an undeniable rhythm on the dance floor, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026.
Born and raised in Los Angeles to Steve and Jean Shigematsu, Ron grew up alongside his older brother, David. When it came time for college, he chose...
Grace Masako Nomura Kono
May 24, 2026
Grace Masako Nomura Kono, age 99, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, in Torrance, California. She was born on March 1, 1927, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Tamesuke and Kumayo Nomura.
A lifelong daughter of Hawaii, Grace grew up in Kaimuki as one of seven children in the close-knit Nomura family. As a middle child, she was especially protective of her...
Jimmy Nobuo Koga
May 22, 2026
Jimmy Nobuo Koga
June 13, 1946 – May 22, 2026
Jimmy Nobuo Koga, 79 years old, Fukuoka, Japan-born, longtime resident of Torrance, CA, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026.
He is survived by his loving wife Ryoko; son Kevin Koga; daughter Jennifer Koga.
The funeral service will be held at Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 11:00AM.
Kiyoshi Yasuda
May 20, 2026
Kiyoshi Yasuda
October 7,1939 - May 20, 2026
Kiyoshi Yasuda, 87, of Los Angeles, Calif. passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026. He is survived by wife, Jeannie; and son, Kevin. Funeral services will be held at Fukui Mortuary on June 28, 2026, at 11 a.m.
Roberta Mitsuko Suto
May 16, 2026
Memorial services for the late Roberta Mitsuko Suto, 72-year-old California-born resident of Hawaii, who passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 11 am at Evergreen Baptist Church of Los Angeles, 1255 San Gabriel Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770.
Predeceased by her parents, Fred Kazuo and Mary Kimiko Suto, and sister, Barbara Suto.
She is survived by...
Gerald Jerry Tanaka
May 15, 2026
A private family service for the late Gerald Jerry Tanaka, 76 year old, California born resident of Porter Ranch, who passed away on May 15, 2026, was held on Saturday, June 27, at Fukui Mortuary “Chapel in the Garden” in Los Angeles.
He was predeceased by his parents, Sigeo and Setsuko Tanaka. He is survived by his beloved wife, Arlene Tanaka,...
Garry Shinichi Tanaka
May 15, 2026
A private service for the late Garry Shinichi Tanaka, 82-year-old, Salt Lake City, Utah born, resident of Lomita, who passed away on May 15, 2026, was held on Friday, June 19th at Gardena Valley Baptist Church in Gardena.
Predeceased by parents, Jeff and Midori Tanaka; he is survived by his beloved wife, Sue Tanaka; children, Lisa (Mike) Tom, Julie Tanaka, Wendy...