(89), passed away on October 6, 2013 in Long Beach. He is survived by his son, Richard Hitomi; brother, Frank Hitomi, sister-in-law; Kazuko Kato, brother-in-law, Shuji Uyematsu; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 21, 2013 at 11:00AM at Centenary United Methodist Church, 300 S. Central Ave., LA.