(79), Korean Conflict Veteran, peacefully passed away on July 25, 2012 in Gardena. He is survived by his daughters, Carolyn (Sidney) Shibata and Terri Krall; grandchildren, Steven and Michael Shibata and Victoria Krall; great grandson, Logan Shibata; siblings, Thomas (Frances), Ernest (Julie), John (Carol) Ashimine, and Joyce (Yosh) Shiraki; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 17, 2012 at 11:00AM at Coast Christian Fellowship Church, 4000 PCH Torrance, CA with Rev. Guy Takashima officiating. Aloha attire is welcome.