(99) passed away on January 3, 2015 in L.A. He is survived by his children, Roy (Anne) and Miyo Shimogaki; brother, Riki (Kimie) Shimogaki of Wyoming; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives in the US and Japan.

A private graveside service was held on Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at Forest Lawn, Glendale, with Rev. Richard Furukawa from Johrei Fellowship LA Center officiating.