(65) peacefully passed away on December 28, 2013 in Los Angeles. He is survived by his Mother, Miyoko Okai; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. 

Private graveside service was held on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 11:30 AM at Graveside of Green Hills Memorial Park, 27501 S. Westen Ave , Ranchos Palos Verdes, CA. Kubota Nikkei Mortuary, Directors (213) 749-1449. Family requests that flowers be omitted.