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KAMEO KAWAGUCHI Obituary

KAWAGUCHI, KAMEO It is with great sadness that the family of Kameo Kawaguchi announces his sudden passing on August 12, 2018 at the age of 96 years. Beloved husband of Mariko for 68 years. Loving father of Glen, Gary (Gayle) and Kevin (Dorothy). Cherished grandfather of Sarah (Paul), Scott and Emily. Kameo was born in Vancouver, British Columbia in 1921. He was fondly remembered as a Japanese language and judo sensei before the war. As Japanese Canadians were being rounded up for internment in 1942, an attempt to buy cigarettes after curfew landed him in the CFB Petawawa and Angler Prisoner of War Camp in Northern Ontario. Eventually, opportunity brought Kameo to Toronto where he worked as a machinist for Massey Ferguson. He married Mariko on June 10, 1950 and together they opened a neighbourhood grocery store in East York. Kameo and Mariko enjoyed a close relationship with their families and traveled the world together. Kameo is remembered for his quick-witted sense of humour and his talents as a ballroom and odori dancer and singer, leading his grandchildren in the "Tanko Bushi" at church picnics. In 2003 Judo Ontario inducted Kameo into the judo hall of fame for his lifetime teaching and leadership. A visitation will be held at the Toronto Buddhist Church (1011 Sheppard Ave. W.) on Saturday, September 8th, at 10 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be sent to the Toronto Buddhist Church or the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre.

Published by Toronto Star on Aug. 17, 2018.

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To Glen, Gary & Kevin,

Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved father.

Noreen & Nao

September 11, 2018

Glen, we are sorry to hear of your Father's passing. Our condolences to you and your family.
Your friends,
Paul and Grace.

Paul Simonetti

September 7, 2018

Sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.

Larry Kimura

September 7, 2018

Glen,
We are so sorry to hear about your father. Please accept our deepest condolences. May you find comfort in your family and friends at this time of sorrow.

Wes and Sarah Wong

September 7, 2018

To The Kawaguchi Family,

We were very sad to hear of your Dad's passing. May the fond memories of his life comfort you during these difficult times.

In Sympathy,

Paul & Susan Uchikata

Paul & Susan UCHIKATA

September 6, 2018

So sorry for your loss Guchis. Thinking of you, as are the other Maichs. Sending lots of love. XOXO

Kristin Maich

September 6, 2018

Gary,
Sorry to hear about your dad. Hope your mom is coping well. Won't be able to travel to Toronto to attend service. Our sincerest sympathies to you and your family.
Love Sharon and Grafton

Sharon Taguchi

September 5, 2018

Dear Gary,

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father.
Learning that it happened so suddenly, it must have been tough for you and your family.
Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort .

With my deepest sympathy,

Ted Egawa

August 30, 2018

Our sincere condolences to Gary and his family. May his memory last forever in your hearts and celebrate the life he has lived and now passed on.

Mark Hashimoto

August 28, 2018

My deepest condolences to the Kawaguchi family during this trying time.

John Giannopoulos

August 24, 2018

Dear Gary and family:
Our sincerest sympathies to you and your family for the passing of your beloved father. He has left a rich legacy behind for many to celebrate. May he rest in peace.
Christine Nakamura

Christine Nakamura

August 20, 2018

Gary..my condolences to you and your family.

Ron McIntosh

August 18, 2018

My parents and myself lived in the house next door to their store on Glebemount Avenue. They took over the store from an elderly couple and quickly became a part of the neighborhood. He was a great person and neighbor and will be sorely missed.

Kay Genno/Landry

August 18, 2018

Glen, Gary, Kevin and family. My sincere condolences. I always liked your Dad, he was a very special person who contributed so much to so many. He is missed. Jim Jenkinson

Jim Jenkinson

August 18, 2018

Glen Kawaguchi and Family Members,
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to you for the loss of your Husband, Father and Grandfather. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this sad occasion. May your many happy memories of time spent with him help get you through this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Regards,
Laura and Bob Doi

Bob Doi

August 18, 2018

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