(96) passed away on May 20, 2014 in Gardena. He is survived by his wife, Asayo “Aussie” Hiraizumi; children, Gary (Kumiko) and Peggy Hiraizumi; granddaughters, Gina and Jill Hiraizumi, and Keli (Danny) Hechanova; great grandchildren, Jayden and Dani Hechanova; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 30, 2014 at 11:00 AM at Gardena Valley Baptist Church, 1630 W. 158th St. Gardena.