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Layne Nishimura Obituary
Sept. 18, 1965 - June 18, 2013
Resident of San Jose
Layne Scott Nishimura was born in San Jose, California, loving son of Aileen and Andrew Nishimura.
A native Californian, Layne resided in Hawaii for several years after completing his degree at San Jose State University. During college he served as President of the SJSU Hawaiian Club and was a member of the outrigger canoe paddling team.
Layne enjoyed everything about Hawaii including the lifestyle, food, climate and people. He especially liked spending time with his relatives in Hawaii.
Layne returned to San Jose to work in management in the scientific technology field. He resided in Willow Glenn. His hobbies included cycling, tennis, perfecting his golf swing and tending to his Koi fish and exotic reptile collection.
A passionate Bay Area sports enthusiast, Layne was the biggest Golden State Warrior fan. He followed every game and was happy to attend this year's playoff games.
Layne was caring and thoughtful. He had a unique sense of humor and was always willing to help others. Layne will be remembered for his easy going temperament, yet brave, determined and unwavering beliefs.
Layne is survived by his parents, Aileen and Andrew Nishimura; brother and sister-in-law, Landon and Jean Nishimura; niece and nephews, Shea, JT and Jake Nishimura.
A private memorial service was held at Wesley United Methodist Church.
In loving memory …
"Those we love don't go away; they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear"
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Fred Garcia Jr.
June 29, 2023
Rest in Peace, ol' friend. Cheers for the times we laughed together.
MPHS '83
Kimberly Cantwell (Colyer)
December 26, 2021
So deeply sorry to learn of Layne's passing. He had such a kind heart and was so loved by everyone. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Aileen Nishimura
September 18, 2018
Remembering Layne with loving thoughts and fond memories on his 53rd birthday. He is deeply missed. Mom and the family❤❤❤
September 18, 2016
Happy birthday Layne. It is hard to believe that it has been three years since you left us. It seems like only yesterday that you were sending me funny "cute animal" utube videos. They always made me laugh and brought a smile to my day.
We love you and miss you very much.
Jean
Aileen Nishimura
June 18, 2016
We light another candle on this 3rd anniversary of your leaving us. "Our hearts still ache with sadness and many silent tears still flow. What it meant to lose you, no one will ever know. We hold you close within our hearts and there you will remain, to walk with us throught our lives."
Love from your family
Anthony Campagna
June 17, 2016
Just found out. So sad and so very sorry I couldn't be there for Layne. I knew Layne from childhood and disconnected some 20 odd years ago. When we were younger, we were actually good friends. My deep condolences to the family. I always thought he was one of the good guys and will always remember him that way. Peace brah
Arnold Kameda
November 16, 2015
My condolences to the Nishimura family on the passing of Layne. I did not find out until today that he had passed. I remember Layne fondly, as we were roommates in Aiea for several years. Layne was always kind and laid back, and he was a good guy to be around.
There was even a time when we adopted a mangy homeless dog that we named "Lady" who wandered into our parking lot. When I was gone at work or on trips, Layne took great care of Lady, that's how kind and loving he was. When Layne moved back to San Jose, both Lady and I missed him a lot but he would make it a point to visit whenever he came back to Oahu on vacation.
These past few years, I was wondering why I hadn't heard from Layne and why he hadn't returned my emails. Now sadly, I know why. But Layne, you will always be remembered in the most positive light and I'm sure you are in a better place now.
Peace be with you and your family.
Pals forever,
Arnold
Jean Nishimura
September 19, 2015
Happy 50th birthday Layne. We miss you !!!
Love,
Jean
A. Nishimura
September 18, 2015
Today Layne would be celebrating his 50th birthday. The memories of his last birthday on Sept. 18, 2012 is still a vivid memory with all of the family gathered to help observe his special day at Kubota's in San Jose, CA. It was a happy occasion, not knowing this would be the last time we would all be together. We miss you. Rest In Peace.
Aileen Nishimura
June 21, 2015
June 18, 2015
On this 2nd anniversary of your passing, you are still thought about as dearly as yesteryear and even more. No words or time can ever lighten lthe sadness we feel for you today and all the tomorrows yet to come. We think about you often and wish you were still here to enjoy the family getogetters or just visiting wiith you alone. We miss you. Rest in peace, Layne.
Love,
Mom and Dad
September 18, 2014
We are thinking you on your 49th birthday, September 18, 1965. You are in our thoughts every minute of each day. We miss you so much. Rest in peace.
Love,
Mom and Dad
June 18, 2014
It's hard to believe that you have been gone for one full year. Everyday has been filled with many thoughts and memories of your time with us. You left a huge void in our family but it was it was your time to leave and to rest in peace. We miss you so much....and will for the rest of our days.
Love, Mom and Dad
December 25, 2013
Christmas 2013
This is the first Christmas without you. We missed your early morning visit and having our traditional breakfast before unwrapping Christmas gifts. It's not the same without you. You are very dearly missed and will be in our hearts and minds today and always.
With love,
Mom and Dad
September 18, 2013
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LAYNE. We love and miss you very much.
With love,
Mom & Dad
Shannon Miles
July 17, 2013
God will take care of you...Layne will be missed, but never forgotten.
Contessa Paxton Timmerman
July 17, 2013
I am so sorry Layne. This is our 30th year reunion. You will be sorely missed. I will let everyone know and we will all remember you in high school. You were a kind and generous person.
Lito Valderrama
July 9, 2013
Dear Nishimura Family,
I am very saddened by the passing of Layne. I can remember him hanging around the tennis courts at Mt. Pleasant when he was just a kid. And I also remember what a gentleman he became when he and I met for lunch looking for potential job opportunities here at Lockheed. He will obviously be missed by your wonderful family. I hope that God comforts you during this difficult time.
July 6, 2013
Many fond memories with Layne at SJSU and meeting up with him when he was in Hawaii. We will all miss him.
Kymberly Calvo
July 5, 2013
Words seem inadequate to express the sorrow felt by the loss of Layne. I personally will miss Layne's sense of humor and his text messages. My thoughts are with Layne and his family.
July 5, 2013
To the Nishimura family,
We are so sorry to hear of Layne's passing. We hope this time of sorrow becomes brighter and is more bearable with happy memories of Layne.
~the Naumann family
Hung Do
July 3, 2013
Rest in peace, Layne.
Christopher Ivicevich
July 2, 2013
Rest in peace, Layne.
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