Toshiko Joy Nagamori Ito

I still remember the notes that she would play on the piano to get the attention of our kindergarten class. I can still hear it...it was 1973. She was absolutely incredible and I loved her. She taught me grace and how to use my intellegence. She had me tested for the gifted program and made such a great impression on me. My condolences to her family and friends. You guys were so lucky to have her. May God continue to bless your family abundantly.

Mrs. Ito was my kindergarten teacher at Hickam Elementary in 1987-1988. She was so kind and gentle. She had the patience of an angel. I was 4 years old when I started kindergarten and she took me under her momma wing and made sure I was okay. I still remember the order that the crayons go in the box, just the way she wanted them. I remember the words about learning my 7 shapes. I remember reading time, sitting in front of her as she read aloud to the class. My heart is sad knowing the world has lost this soul, but rejoice knowing she has joined her husband and I carry pride being able to say she was my first teacher.

So pleased to learn about this distinguished woman, now also honored in the Chapman University mural, Visions of Chapman: Education, Diversity and Community (documentary about the mural on internet youtube.) What an incredible person!

Lance and family,
So sorry to learn of your mother's passing. Tina, Mark & I lost our mom last Nov. and we understand the feelings of loss you are having. I'm still quite surprised at times at how different my world now seems. It's a strange sensation to have lived this long and experience such a shift in our universe/time. I'm reminded of the lyric "You don't know what you've got 'til it's gone.." Hope your lives are filled with many loving memories and you will live your lives to their fullest. She's looking down smiling on the good job she did raising her family. Marcelle Bakula, JMHS '68

I will miss u Mrs. Ito.❤

Mrs. Ito was my kindergarten teacher in 1974/75. I have nothing but the sweetest memories of her. Her light will continue to shine through all of us who were in her care during our years in elementary school.

Monique Caravello

May Almighty God and his son Jesus Christ bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. John 17:3

Oh, Toshi my very special mentor and friend. I will miss you and your beautiful Christmas Cards. I have had the honor of knowing you as the teacher of both of my children, then as your T.A. at Elysian Heights and finally as a fellow teacher.
I will always remember the advice that you gave as your T.A. Always remember that every child can learn, but in a different way. You were the Epitome of what a Real Teacher should be like.
Toshi, I was so fortunate to have kept in touch with you in mt adult life. And that my children and their children were able to know you. Andrew my grandson cherishes your Origami.
Toshi, I will miss you, but I am happy that you are now with Jim. Lots of great memories to reflect on. Love, Celia

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.