Emeryville, California
Age 22
An Emeryville man was shot to death in North Oakland late Wednesday, the night before his 23rd birthday, after getting into a confrontation with two men who collided with his car, police said. Aya Nakano was returning home from playing basketball when he was shot and killed about 10:57 p.m. in...
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I just saw your story on the news last night, I am so sorry because you seem like such a good soul, you never got the chance to enjoy your life. I read what your Mom wrote about you, you must have been amazing! I know you are happy in heaven, I wish your family and friends peace as they deal with your loss.
Maureen
July 14, 2013 | Alameda, CA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. There are no words that can properly express how deeply sad we all feel about the senseless loss of Aya. I remember him too as always happy and smiling, as you so beautifully described in your letter. This is how EVERYONE seemingly remembers him - and what a wonderful memory!
Our son Michael went to NDE with Aya and I was his music teacher. My husband, Jim, was his basketball coach. We all have very fond memories of your son. ...
Teri & Jim Marconi
July 03, 2013 | San Mateo
Maria - I cried as I read your "heart" so beautifully and painfully expressed. We will not forget to pray for you as you live on without Aya's presence. God bless you. Thank you so much for sharing with us.
Wayne and Jan Coombs (Adam's parents)
July 02, 2013
A Mother's Tribute to Aya Nakano
It has been two weeks. Even as we held funeral services and memorials for you, I still can't believe that you're gone, anak. I keep looking at the door, hoping that at any given moment you'd walk right in and ask me “What's for dinner, Mom?” Then you'd put your arms around me and ask me “What's up, Mom?” with that big smile on your face. I miss that big smile that melts my heart, that loud infectious laugh that makes me want to laugh along with...
Maria
July 01, 2013 | Emeryville, CA
May God's peace hold the family together. I pray that a greater good comes from this senseless act.
Carol Williams
June 28, 2013 | Oakland, CA
Rest in peace, young man. My heart breaks for you and your family.
June 26, 2013
What a senseless death. My heart breaks for your family.
Roanna Krisko
June 24, 2013 | Sacramento, CA
I am heartbroken at your sudden loss. I did not know your son but I feel your pain. May memories comfort you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
P Yim
June 18, 2013 | San Francisco, CA
So sad. My deepest sympathy is with his family and friends.
Nancy Perry
June 17, 2013