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Martin Nakazawa Obituary

Martin Edward Nakazawa, 72 years old, Los Angeles born, resident of Lomita passed away on July 6, 2021.Martin was predeceased in death by his beloved wife, Patricia Tsuneyo Nakazawa.Martin is survived by his daughters; Kristin (Archie) Cardenas and Alison (Anthony) Corwin; grandchildren, Emmie and Mylie.He is also survived by his sister Laura Tallman and by many nieces, nephews, friends and other relatives.A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date.Please contact Archibald V. Cardenas at [email protected]
Published by Los Angeles Times on Jul. 31, 2021.

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Robert Espinoza

July 25, 2025

Marty was a good friend and teammate on the NHS Football team of 1964. our friend ship continued for several years after. His friendship is sorely missed. He had the ingratiating smile.
RIP My friend

Jesse mota

October 4, 2023

Marty was a beautiful person with the best smile that was contagious, I had know Marty for many years, God bless you my friend.

Carolyn (Ross) Joy

June 8, 2022

Such a beautiful person and wonderful childhood friend. Will never be forgotten.

Robert Espinoza

August 1, 2021

My heart felt condolences to Marty´s family, May God assuage the grief & pain at this difficult time.
Marty will be missed. He was a good friend & teammate on the Narbonne Football team.
May he RIP..

Lucinda Hitt

July 31, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to Marty's family. Did not know him well in high school but he was well known.

Karen Cristanelli

July 31, 2021

Heartfelt condolences to Marty´s family and friends at this most difficult time . I remember him as such a genuinely nice person all the time to everyone he met

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