(89) peacefully passed away on November 7, 2008 in Valencia. He is survived by his wife, Shigeko Kokubun; daughters, Patty (Brian) Kaneko, Donna (Russell) Kaneko, and Janice (Dave) Davis; grand-sons, Troy and Kory Kashiwabara; brother, Rev. Kei (Elaine) Kokubun; brother-in-law, Ken (Amy) Kyosai; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. 

Private memorial service was held on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at the Grace Chapel at Inglewood Park Cemetery with Rev. Mark Nakagawa from Centenary United Methodist Church officiating. Kubota Nikkei Mortuary, Directors (213) 749-1449.