Koichi "Shim" Shimazaki, age 86, passed away on March 1, 2023. He was born to Hiroshi and Yoshi Shimazaki in Gardena. He is survived by siblings Taka (Sharon) Shimazaki, Sumi Shimazaki, and Nori (Wing) Quon; nieces Jennifer (Eric) Fukushima and Tiffany (Ron) Wong; nephews Kyle (Carolyn) Shimazaki, Keith (Kristin) Shimazaki, and Chad (Jennifer) Shimazaki; and 11 grandnieces and grandnephews.

Memorial service was held at Fukui Mortuary on April 26, 2023 , officiated by Pastor Kyle Shimazaki of Seeds of Life Church.