May K. Hirai

May K. Hirai

May Hirai Obituary

Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 14, 2024.
May Katsuko Hirai (Terada) passed away peacefully on December 25, 2023 at the age of 98. Born on May 2, 1925 in Auburn, WA, the eldest of seven. May worked for the Salvation Army for many years. She loved to cook and host Thanksgiving for her extended family. Predeceased by husband, James M. Hirai, and brothers Henry, John and Toyoki. Survived by son Russell (Martha Fujimoto), granddaughter Cary, great-granddaughter Aniya Carrillo (father, Spencer Carriillo), sisters June Kudo and Ruth Oda, brother Shigeo, and many nieces and nephews. Service to be held at a later date. Donations to the Buddhist Temple of Chicago, 1151 W. Leland Ave., Chicago, IL 60640.

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