KENNETH " Ken " SAKATA

It´s been over 50 years since my classes With Mr Sakata. I´m retired now and living my dream of building furniture in my small shop. Such a pivotal part you played in my life. I will see you again my friend..... thank you

Thanks for everything Mr. Sakata

Mr Sakata was my all time favorite teacher. I was not the best student and quite frankly struggling in life and school. But learning industrial arts sparked a new interest in life. Mr Sakata suggested a vocational carpentry class. I attended. It changed my life....I met my wife there. In the years to come we built our own home. For the last almost 40 years I have enjoyed woodworking, as a hobby and sometimes as a source of income. Today attending the funeral was another blessing to me....

Francis, I am so sorry for the loss of Ken. He was well liked and will be remembered in our thoughts. I dropped by the funeral home for the viewing. I am sorry I missed seeing you there. Again, my condolences to you and your family. Your classmate and friend, Leon Hollmes

We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Living in the same neighborhood gave us the opportunity to have many outdoor conversations and you were able to watch our girls grow. Even after we moved we were able to see you two on your walks down Van Ness or a Costco outing. I will remember that smile Ken always had. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Francis
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Ken's passing. We share so many wonderful memories over the years since college. I sincerely enjoyed working with Ken will miss the occasional contact in retirement and share in your loss.