Joe Iwao Endo, 95-year-old, resident of Santa Clarita, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family on July 31, 2021.  He is survived by his loving family; wife, Fusae Endo; daughter, Diann (Cliff) Higa; sons, Alan (Virginia) and Glenn (Cindy) Endo; grandchildren, Garrett and Corey Higa, Jillian (Matt) Jackson, Caitlin (Dustin) Thomas, Nathan Endo, Ryan (Jennifer) Anthony, Michelle Endo, Kimberlee (Michael) Lane; great-grandchildren Mason, Lilliana, Hailey Anthony, Cassius Lane, and Luke Jackson; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Funeral & Interment services were held on August 20, 2021, at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills, Bishop Join Inoue of NICHIREN Buddhist Church officiating.