Ikutaro Kakehashi

Ikutaro Kakehashi obituary

Ikutaro Kakehashi

Ikutaro Kakehashi Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 1, 2017.
Ikutaro Kakehashi, the music innovator who founded the instrument company Roland Corp., died Saturday, April 1, 2017, according to multiple news sources. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here.

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July 12, 2017

Mia A posted to the memorial.

May 9, 2017

jason szostek posted to the memorial.

May 4, 2017

Li posted to the memorial.

Mia A

July 12, 2017

Music is the soundtrack of life.
May the joys you experienced with Ikutaro live in your hearts as you rely on God for comfort day by day.

jason szostek

May 9, 2017

thank you for your life's work, without it my life would have been very different and not for the better. Love and respect.

Li

May 4, 2017

When we lose loved ones no words can remove the pain felt by the family and friends. Memories can bring back good times and thoughts of being with our cherished ones. May the inner peace that comes from comfort you receive from others help bring some relief. My most sincere condolence for your loss.

Friends

May 1, 2017

To the family and friends Mr Kakehashi, please accept our heartfelt condolences. We are so sorry for your loss Mr Kakehashi was an amazing and compassionate gentlemen. May the God of comfort be with you during this challenging time. He will be sorrily missed. May the Almighty in His infinite wisdom grant solace to the bereaved.

April 7, 2017

In the 1970s and 1980s, my very dear friend, Joey had a Roland Synthesizer Keyboard and my Joey could make it talk like you've never heard before. Thanks.

M. Leary

April 7, 2017

My condolences to the family and friends of Ikutaro Kakehashi.

April 6, 2017

Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I hope all find comfort in their memories of all the good times.

Gale B

April 5, 2017

May God give you all the strength to deal with such a sad moment.

Valenda Newell

April 5, 2017

A GREAT MAN WHO CHANGED THE MUSIC INDUSTRY, HIS GREATNESS WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN....RIH...PRAYERS and BLESSINGS to family and friends

April 5, 2017

Mr Kakehashi made a lot of people in he music business happy. May his memory be cherished by family and friends. God love you.

Frenk Huijbers

April 5, 2017

Condolences to the family of Ikutaro Kakehashi

April 4, 2017

Condolences to the family of Ikutaro Kakehashi.
I'm so sorry for your (and the music industry) loss.
May the God of all comfort strengthen you at this time.

Carlotta

April 4, 2017

May the God of all peace bring comfort to the kakehashi family and friends at this difficult time.

April 4, 2017

Condolenced and love to family of a great musician.

Jenkins

April 4, 2017

When one possesses a talent and shares it with others it is well appreciated as is evidence of Mr. Kakehashi's accomplishments and the joy he brought others. Family, enjoy your memories of him and trust in the love of God, friends and family to assist you through your grief.

Ada

April 4, 2017

Thoughts and condolences are with the Kakehashi family at this difficult time. May you be surrounded by kind words, sincere deeds, and precious memories. May God continue to comfort you as well.

Mrs. K. Jackson

April 3, 2017

Ikutaro had an accomplished life in the music industry. That is something for which his loved ones can be proud. All is not lost in seeing him again God purposes to restore your loved one to perfect health and the surviving family can live forever in paradise earth, in perfect mind and body.

L W

April 3, 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that the God of all comfort hears your cries and he will rescue you with comfort and peace during this sad occasion.

April 3, 2017

Beloveds, truly saddened to hear about Ikutaro Kakehashi's passing. His fine legacy will sure be remembered. May he forever be in our hearts and in God's book of life.

April 3, 2017

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Linda

April 3, 2017

Please draw close to God for comfort and strength during this time of sorrow. He will 3 you the needed support to endure. I am sorry for your loss. (Psalms 145:14,18) -

April 3, 2017

My condolences to the Kakehashi Family and friends for the loss of Ikutaro. May you continue to be blessed with his memory and legacy and may your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times you shared together as you celebrate a life well lived and loved by many. (Daniel 12:13) ~ Linda, Queens, NY

April 3, 2017

My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

April 3, 2017

I sincerely offer my condolence: Words seem insufficient at this time. Although nobody denies the certainty of death, we all need comfort. May you find real comfort and relief from family and friends those who love you and gradually recover from your pain.

April 3, 2017

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

April 2, 2017

My condolences go out to family and friends of Ikutaro
Rom 15;33May the God who gives peace be with all of you. Amen

Mary Green

April 2, 2017

My deepest Condolences to the family of Ikutaro Kakehashi may you find Comfort in knowing that others share your sorrow with you, take Comfort in knowing that God keeps those who die in his memory because they are precious in his eyes.

S D

April 2, 2017

To the family and friends of Mr kakehashi please accept my sincere condolences. I hope the good times and happy memories bring joy to your hearts. Death is not easy to deal with at anytime but keep in mind the loving words of John 6:40. I hope you find comfort and peace in that happy hope.

Adrian Barnette

April 2, 2017

We'll miss you !

April 2, 2017

Deepest sympathy. Mr. Kakehashi will be missed sadly. Prayers and words of comfort to his loved ones in distress.
Ypsilanti, Michigan

April 2, 2017

What a talented man. Although many don't know Mr. Kakehashi by name, his contributions to the world of music are legendary. He will be missed. May the family lean on each other and on God to get through this difficult time.

Brian

April 2, 2017

The list is endless on just how many bands have proudly used a Rowland instrument since it's inception, thank you sir.

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July 12, 2017

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May 4, 2017

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