It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Masako Koda who passed away on December 15, 2025 at the age of 95. Born on March 5, 1930 in Tokyo, Japan, Masako came to the United States in 1956 and lived in Los Angeles and later Gardena.

Masako was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and great grandmother.

She is survived by her daughter, Shirley Miyuki Dohzen; son, Richard Masanobu (Carolyn) Koda; grandchildren, Tiffany Dohzen, Traycie (Cory) Koyanagi, Samantha (Malcolm) Ahoy and Alyssa Koda.  Also surviving her are her two great grandsons, Aiden and Devin Koyanagi as well as many extended family members whose lives were touched by her presence.  Her husband, Dan Noboru Koda preceded her in death.

Funeral services will be held at Gardena Buddhist Church, 1517 West 166th Street, Gardena on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 10:30am.