Tomisaku-Kawasaki-Obituary

Tomisaku Kawasaki

Feb 7, 1925 – Jun 5, 2020 (Age 95)

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BORN
February 7, 1925
DIED
June 5, 2020
AGE
95

Obituary

Tomisaku Kawasaki was a Japanese pediatrician who was the first to identify the inflammatory syndrome in children that became known as Kawasaki disease. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here.

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I just revisited old memories of our son being diagnosed with Kawasaki syndrome by an incredibly talented nurse at Group Health /Seattle. He is in his 30's now. He became very ill at 3-1/2 (incredibly healthy, physically athletic young one) and we thought it was a terrible cold, flu or infection invasion. Quite a few trips to the clinic. Finally, at one visit, where his swollen mouth and swollen hands and feet were obvious - she said, "I have a possible theory and cause. I have seen this...

To the family, many, many friends and colleagues of this wonderful man Mr. Tomisaku Kawasaki fine comfort with you during this difficult time in your lives. We hope many of the encouraging words and thoughts on this site comforts you during this difficult time also. His love and contribution as a pediatrician who was the first to identify the inflammatory syndrome in children that helped save many lives. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together. May Almighty God in the...

My deepest condolences to the family. May you find comfort in your treasured memories of Your loved one and May God continue to comfort you in the days, months and years ahead

Kawasaki we send our condolences. May the God of all comfort provide you all the strength to cope with your loss

A true giant in medicine has passed away. You have my sincere condolences. May God provide comfort and sustain you while you grieve because he cares for you. (1 Peter 4:6,7)

Deepest sympathy ! My son contracted Kawasaki when he was 2 years old we were baffled as were the doctors but the doctors figured it out and the proper meds were given to my son . He just turned 18 years old and is healthy young man at 62 215 lbs. Thank to Dr Kawasaki and his studies and Childrens hospital of Phoenix .

Heartfelt condolences to the Kawasaki family, may God grant you peace and comfort in this time of your loss.

send deepest sympathy to the Kawasaki family. Your loved one was instrumental in the diagnosis of many children and will be missed. At this sad time, may the God of tender mercies comfort you.