Robert Niichi Takamoto, 88-year-old, Hawaii-born, resident of Los Angeles peacefully passed away at West Los Angeles VA Medical Center on May 30.   He was predeceased by his loving wife, Sachiye Takamoto; He is survived by his loving family; daughter, Stephanie (Kevin) Higa; Son, Brian Takamoto; Granddaughters, Kassidy and Lexi Higa; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Funeral & Interment service was held at Senshin Buddhist Temple, and Inglewood Park Cemetery, Reverend Ryuta Furumoto officiating.