(74) passed away on May 4, 2016 in Downey. He is survived by his wife, Michiko Sugano; children, Aya (John) Rubio, Daishin and Sen Sugano; granddaughter, Miya Rubio; sisters, Gayle Moriyama and May Egner; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 4:00PM at Senshin Buddhist Temple, 1311 W. 37th St., Los Angeles.