(92) passed away on April 26, 2011 in Los Angeles. He is predeceased by his wife, Helen Aiko Tsunoda, son Gregory Tsunoda and survived by his children, La Verne Yokoi of Simi Valley, Barbara (Dennis) Joe, Gary (Lois) Tsunoda of Las Vegas, NV, and Nina (Larry) Guzman of Fresno; grandchildren, Tristie Miranda, Christina (Eishi) Kajita, Melanie (Gary Kucher) Joe, Jill and Joseph Guzman; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Mitoma; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Friday, April 29, 2011 at 1:30PM at Rose Hills Memorial Park, Gate 10 with Rev.KarenFay Ramos-Young from Centenary United Methodist Church officiating.