Noboru Joe Sakuda, born El Monte, CA, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2011 at the age of 91. A Funeral service will be held on Sat. July 30, 4:00 p.m. at Fukui Mortuary "Chapel In The Garden" 707 E. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA with Rimban Hiroshi Abiko of Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple officiating.
He is predeceased by his wife, Kimiye M. Sakuda and son, Kay Tadashi Sakuda; survived by his beloved daughter, Jean Kinuko ( Ken ) Nishihara; grandson, Kyle Akira Nishihara; and also, survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives.