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James Yoda Obituary

James Yoshio Yoda passed away on January 13, 2023 in Fullerton, California. He was born in Tokyo, Japan on March 31, 1934. He was predeceased by his son Edward Yuji Yoda. While he was studying law at Keio University in Japan he was encouraged by an acquaintance to pursue an acting career. He discontinued his studies and went to the United States and enrolled at the film school at the University of Southern California in 1958 from where he graduated with a degree in Cinema Arts.
In 1961 the school was asked if they had anyone who was bilingual in Japanese and English. He was then cast in a significant role in the movie "The Horizontal Lieutenant". His performance led him to be cast as "Fuji", part of the ensemble cast of the popular Tv series "McHale's Navy" and the two follow up movies.
After McHale's ended its run, he had some additional credits in acting and as an associate producer but moved on to private industry and became an Assistant Vice President of Toyota Hawaii.
After retirement he moved to Fullerton, California where he lived until his passing.
Per his request, no services will be held.
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Published by Los Angeles Times on Jan. 21, 2023.

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Aileen Wright

February 9, 2023

Rest In Peace Mr Yoda

Martinez

January 30, 2023

Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult time.

Jesse

January 27, 2023

My condolences to the family of James Yoshio Yoda, for your loss.

RB

January 24, 2023

James Yoda was such great actor who played a great character. Sincere condolences to the Yoda family, so very sorry for your loss, may God be with you all in your time of loss.

David

January 24, 2023

Sayonara Fuji

Cindy Ellis

January 23, 2023

Mr Yoda lived in the same memory care facility as my mom. I always said hi to him and I will miss seeing him there. Rest in peace. He always seemed very content and happy.

SAMANTHA SMITHETT

January 23, 2023

RIP Fuji. Great role, great actor.

Darrell Saunders

January 23, 2023

R.I.P. Fuji....McHale's Navy .......one of the funniest shows ever!

David Eggleston

January 23, 2023

God Bless you and your family at this time. I was young when I seen you on Mc cales Navy you always made me laugh. You surly will be missed...May God always hold you close

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