Walter Yutaka Yamasaki 78-year old, Los Angeles born, resident of Palm Desert, who passed away peacefully on March 14, 2012. at his Home. He is survived by his beloved wife, Toshiko Yamasaki; siblings, Irene (Tak) Ryono and Evelyn (Dick) Mayewaki; children, grandchildren and nephews; also survived by many other relatives.

Funeral Service will be held on Sat. March 24, 11 a.m. at Fukui Mortuary "Chapel in the Garden" with Bishop Taisen Miyata of Koyasan Buddhist Temple officiating.