Helen Ikuyo Ogasawara Nikaido, age 77, of Monterey Park, California, passed away on Sunday, May 15, at San Gabriel Valley Medical Center. She is survived by her loving husband, Ray "Nik" Nikaido; brothers, Herbert (Frances) Ogasawara and Albert Ogasawara; many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends, here and in Hawaii.
Helen was born in Honolulu, HI to Mantoku Ogasawara and Teruyo Shibata, and moved to Los Angeles, CA before settling in Monterey Park. Her love and smile will surely be missed, as well as her inviting home and gardens. A private scattering of ashes took place at Redondo Beach, CA. In lieu of koden or flowers, please send donations to your favorite charity, and share with Ray your pictures and fun memories of Helen.