(84) passed away on October 31, 2011 in Irvine. She is survived by her children, Craig (Karin) Matsuda and Sandra (Keith) Shirozono; grandchildren, Brett, Justin, Tyler Shirozono and Danielle, Kyle, Nikki, Kellie Matsuda; siblings, Masako Kawata and Ben (Helen) Nakahara; brother-in-law, Bobby Matsuda; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A private funeral service was held on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at Forest Lawn Memorial Park with Rev. Marvin Harada from Orange County Buddhist Church officiating.