KOBAYASHI, Hiram Shoichi (79) passed away unexpectedly on August 18. Predeceased by son, Warren Riki Kobayashi. Beloved husband of Faith Fusae Kobayashi; father of Wendy Haruye (John) Lowery; grandfather of Cheyne Shoichi Lowery; brother of Norman (Jane) Kobayashi and Gail (Bishop) Kamahiai, both of HI. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Private Celebration of Life services were held at Fukui Mortuary "Chapel in the Garden", officiated by Rev. Mark Nakagawa of Centenary United Methodist Church.