BORN

1932

DIED

2018

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Fukui Mortuary, Inc. - Los Angeles

707 East Temple Street

Los Angeles, California

Masami Higashigawa Obituary

Masami Higashigawa, 86-year-old resident of Gardena, CA., passed away peacefully with family by his side on September 4, 2018. He was born on February 6, 1932, in Laupahoehoe, Hawaii. In 1956, he came to Los Angeles to start a new life with his wife, Harumi. He was predeceased by his parents, Jutaro & Misano Higashigawa; brother, George; and sisters, Harriet and Miyako. He is survived by his loving wife, Harumi; daughter, Sharon (Mike); sons, Calvin (Susan) and Nathan (Corinne); seven grandchildren; and four siblings, Shigemi, Ellen, Arlene and Grace. Masami was a veteran of the Korean War, and later pursued a career at Hi-Shear Corporation. He loved playing softball, fishing in the Sierras, trips to Las Vegas, and following the many activities of his grandchildren. Masami's greatest joy was spending time with family and friends, always spreading the spirit of Ohana. A Celebration of life will be held at South Bay Community Church, 2549 W. 190th St., Torrance, CA 90504 on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 11:00 am. The family requests Casual/Aloha attire. www.fukuimortuary.com (213) 626-0441

Published by Los Angeles Times from Sep. 18 to Sep. 20, 2018.
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Charles Tarnay

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September 21, 2018

My deepest condolence for your loss. May the God of all comfort bring you peace.
Psalm 18:2

christian

September 21, 2018

Deepest sympathy for your loss.

Arleen and Charles Tarnay

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September 20, 2018

Our sincere condolences to the Higashigawa family in the loss of your dear love one. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day.
- Psalms 145:18,19

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September 20, 2018

My condolences to the family. During these difficult times we can rely on God to give us the strength and comfort we need. (Psalms 9:9,10)

Jose Lopez

September 19, 2018

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