YAMAMOTO, Gerald Hisayoshi (Jerry)

Jerry Yamamoto, longtime President of the Vietnam Veterans of America South Bay Chapter 53, multi-term member of the VVA National Board of Directors, and Grandpaw, succumbed to a long illness on July 19, 2021. He was 77.

He is survived by his daughter Jamie; sister Lynnie Tabata; and many loving relatives. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, May (Nishimoto); sister Jean Kuniyoshi; and Kitty Sunshine, the family cat.

A brief burial service will be held at Pacific Crest Cemetery in Redondo Beach, August 19, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Masks required. Celebration of Life to come at a later date.

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