The late Utako Yamanaka, 92-year old born in Utah, passed away peacefully in Torrance on March 26, 2022.  A private funeral service was held on April 11 and officiated by Rev. Eiiji Osato of Gardena Valley Baptist Church where she was a member for over 50 years.

Predeceased by her beloved husband, Moriyoshi Yamanaka; she is survived by her daughters, Jean (Roy) Kondo and Sally (Dennis) Mori; grandchildren Michael (Grace) and Robert (Jennifer) Kondo and Brian and Lauren Mori; great-grandchildren Abigail, Kirsten and Elise Kondo; sisters, Haruko Miyamoto and Shigeko Fukuhara.  She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives.