Kinuye Terada passed away suddenly but peacefully in the comfort of her own home on December 31, 2019. She passed away with dignity and elegance, just as she lived everyday, with strength and courage as she enjoyed her independent life. Kinuye Terada nee Fukuzawa was born in Osaka, Japan on January 6, 1930. She was the only child of Eiichi and Man Fukuzawa both of Shizuoka-Ken, Japan. She spent her early years until 1935 in Osaka, when her father was transferred to Mitsui Bussan's Seattle Branch. In Seattle, for 5 years, she attended the Bailey Gatzert Elementary School where she acquired her fluent English skills. She took Japanese language and Japanese buyoh lessons. Her week ends with her parents were spent fishing. She recalled fondly how every year, they eagerly waited for the opening day of fishing season with many fun fishing stories as they fished in Lake Washington, Puget Sound, and off Bainbridge Island. Upon her father's transfer to Mitsui Bussan's Tokyo office, Kinuye was enrolled at Aoyama Gakuin where she attended elementary school and graduated from their Girls' School after WWII. Her married life began at 18 years old, in 1948 in Tokyo to George Terada (originally from Auburn, WA, (formerly known as Thomas, WA). They would spend the next 57 years as US expats in Tokyo with Kinuye's mother, Man and raising their two daughters. Kinuye was a busy full time house wife but she found time to do embroidery projects, knitted sweaters, and received her teaching license with the Ohara School of Ikebana. Her husband George wanted to move back to the States, at age 92 and Kinuye, then, 75, sold their home, and moved to Honolulu in 2005. They loved Hawaii's warm climate, the laid back life style, and the friendly ohana spirit. George lived 'til 100 years old. Kinuye continued to live in their condo with a very independent spirit. She is survived by daughter, Bette Mitsuyo Terada and husband Richard Yukihisa Hayashi, grandson, Nathan Yukihisa Hayashi, girlfriend, Michiko Kajita, and great-grandson, Isamu Ryosuke Hayashi all of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and daughter, Jan Kiiko Fisk of Lynnwood, Washington. Mom/Grandma Kinu will be remembered fondly as happy, fun, and gracious. She was a mentor who leaves behind her wisdom and kind heart for those of us who were so fortunate to be in her bright light. Funeral Services will be held February 10, 2010 at 3:00PM Visitation at 2:00PM at Hosoi Garden Mortuary at 30 North Kukui Street, Honolulu 96817 (please note the time has changed to 3:00PM from 5:00PM as originally scheduled) In lieu of flowers or okoden, if you wish please consider donations to a charity of your choice or to Hawaii Meals on Wheels, Soto Mission of Hawaii Betsuin, or to Moiliili Community Center.
Thelma Masago Matayoshi
95, of Honolulu, a retired cake decorator for Liliha Bakery, passed away on December 18, 2019 at home. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by her husband, George; daughters, Charlotte (Kenneth) Takeya, Judy Mooko, Linda (Robert) Windham and Gail (Julius) Quijano; and by six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was pre-deceased by daughter, Elsie Tamayose. Visitation is at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2020, at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. The service begins at 2:00 p.m. Casual attire. No flowers.
Brian Y. Kaku
Brian Y. Kaku, of Honolulu, passed away on Jan. 1, 2020 in Pearl City at the foster home he had been living in surrounded by his loving second family. He is survived by his mother, Sue S. Kaku, sisters, Charlene Kihara, Charlotte Nishijima (Peter) and brother, Derrick Kaku (Hak Sun), Nieces and Nephews; Ryan Kihara (Lynn), Amy Hanada (Royce), Sara Nishijima, Krysten Kaku and Kenny Kaku. He is also survived by his aunt, Helen E. Tanaka, cousins Kari Kim and family, Kyle Tanaka and family, Iris Aurio and family, Ann Kawaguchi and family, and Steven Matsushima. Brian is also survived by his second family the Alunsunurin's, Conrado and Jocelyn Alunsunurin, Conrado's mother "Nanay" Angeles Alinsunurin, their daughters, Lorena Aliro and family, Liezl Alinsunurin, and Lennie Alinsunurin. Visitation 3:00 pm on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. Services 4:00 pm. No flowers.
Carolyn Harue Yokooji
79, of Waimanalo, retired beautician and owner of House of Beauty, passed away on January 16, 2020 at home. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by son, Lance (Robynn); daughter, Stacy (Timothy) Armstrong; brothers, Gary (Sheila) and Derrick (Oen) Murakami; sisters, Miriam Fujioka and Quadra (Melvin) Kim; and grandchildren, Curtis and Brance Armstrong, and Alana and Alexa Yokooji. Visitation is at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. The service begins at 6:00 p.m. Casual attire. No flowers.
Minnie Sadame Yang
89, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2020. She was born on October 10, 1930. Minnie was a receptionist for the late U.S. Senator Spark Matsunaga. She retired as a receptionist from the office of the late U.S. Senator Daniel Akaka. Preceded in death by husband, Al. She is survived by daughters Louise (Steven) Mukai, Aileen (Derek) Nagamine and Joy (Jon) Yamane. Grandchildren Alysha and Davin Nagamine, Jarred and Jazlyn Yamada. Brother Tadao Yoshimoto and Sister Yoshiko Yoshimoto. Minnie's family would like to thank the Serenity Care Home Hawaii Kai and Nagomi Foster Homes. The owners and staff provided exceptional compassionate care for her. Services will be held at Hosoi Garden Mortuary on Wednesday, February 5, 2020. Visitation from 5:00 p.m.; Service at 6:00 p.m. Private inurnment on February 6, 2020 at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
Kinuye Fukuzawa Terada
89, of Honolulu, died in Honolulu on December 31, 2019. She was born in Osaka, Japan. Visitation: 4 p.m.; Services: 5 p.m.
Richard M. Yanagawa
78, of Honolulu, died in at home on January 18, 2020. He was born in Hilo, Hawaii. Visitation: 10:00 a.m; Services: 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2020.
Haruko Nomura
104, of Kailua, passed away on January 3, 2020 in Honolulu. She was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and was earlier an active member of the Kailua Senior Citizen and Lani Huli Nutrition groups. She was predeceased by her husband, the late Tashichi Nomura, and her late son, Thomas and daughter, Cheryl. She is survived by her sons, Richard, George (Sandy), Myles (Miwa), a daughter, Carol (Owen) Moriwaki and three grandchildren. Visitation 5 pm on Thursday, February 13, at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. Services will be held at 6 pm. Private burial. No flowers. Aloha attire.
Cynthia Fumie Yamane
Cynthia Fumie Yamane, 68, of Honolulu, passed away on Dec. 15, 2019. Her last moments were spent with her family at her home in Nuuanu. She battled Parkinson's disease for 20 years. Cynthia was born on May 17th, 1951. Her parents were the late Joan and James Yamane. She attended Roosevelt High School and graduated from U.H. at Manoa. She worked as a manager at R.C. Drive In. It was a family business. After it closed, she went to work at Liberty House downtown. She had numerous awards for outstanding employee. She retired after her illness got worse. She loved animals and always took care of several cats at a time. She was a good cook, baker, and loved to do crafts. She is survived by her brother, Fred Yamane (Suzanne), and sister, Lynette Pakele (Len). Also, niece Traci Beitzel (Dean), nephews Garreth Yamane, Lee Pakele, and Larin Pakele (Tomomi). She is also survived by aunts Helen Ginoza (Edward) and Sally Tokunaga. Also numerous cousins. She was especially close to cousin Susan Ichimasa who helped with her care. We miss her very much and know she is in a better place. As per her request, private services were held. No Koden please.
Nancy Taketa Hiu
85, of Mililani, died at Hale Ho Aloha Nursing Home on Sunday, January 14, 2018. She was born in Honolulu. Survived by son, Nelson, daughter, Natalie (Patrick Chung), and 3 grand- children, Chad, Connor and Ethan. Private services were held. No monetary gifts.