Funeral services for the late Ben Nishinaka, 87-year-old San Pedro, California born resident of Gardena who passed away peacefully on September 30th, will be held on Sunday, October 10th, 3pm at Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, 12371 Braddock Dr., Culver City. He is survived by his beloved wife, Hatsue Nishinaka; daughters, Gwen (Leonard) Imada and Jeri (Richie) Mendoza; grandchildren, Lindsey, Kevin, and Courtney Imada, Brandon and Kristin Mendoza; brother, Tomotsu Nishinaka of Japan; sisters, Mariko Ryono and Lily Ray; also by nieces, nephews, and other relatives.