(89), Veteran of the WW II, passed away on February 6, 2010 in Granada Hills. He is survived by his wife, Aiko Koike; daughter, Lauren Koike; brother, Hideo (Hiroko) Koike; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives. 

A private graveside service was held on Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 1:00PM at Rose Hills Memorial Park, with Rev. Mark Nakagawa of Centenary United Methodist Church officiating.