(93), veteran of WWII, passed away on June 21, 2015 in Gardena. He is survived by his wife, Sumiko Tofukuji; children, Dean (Laura), Warren (Carol), Wayne (Marcia) Tofukuji; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A private memorial service was held on Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at the Chapel of Green Hills Memorial Park, with Rev. Chris Koga from Gardena Valley Baptist Church officiating.