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Joan Hironaka Obituary

Joan Hironaka
July 12, 1934 - July 3, 2022
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho - Joan, of Citrus Heights, left this earth to be with the angels on her eternal journey. Survived by her children Phillis, Mary, Debbie (Tom), Chuck (Sherry), Michael, Jo-Dina (Michael), Wayne Jr (Liese),15 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren and 2 Great Great Grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband and best friend Wayne, Sister Peggy, Brother Tom and Heart Daughter, Linda . Born in St. Paul, Minnesota. Her wish for all is "Stay happy, love each other and have a martini on me." Memorial will be held Fri, September 16 at 12pm, Newcastle Cemetery, Newcastle, CA with a Party of Life for all wishing to attend on Sat, September 17 from 3-6pm at Citrus Heights Community Center, Citrus Heights, CA

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Sep. 15 to Sep. 16, 2022.

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cherie inman

September 17, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Debra (Tom) Burruss

September 15, 2022

I will miss your laugh, your smile and your honest talks when I needed a push in the right direction. One of the best days of my life was when Tom introduced me to you and Wayne and our adventures began. Rest in Heavenly peace my dearest friend and mentor.

Laurie

September 8, 2022

Oh Mama G....I will miss you SO much. RIP my sweet, funny, beautiful Mama. 1-2-3-4-5-6

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Memorial Events
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Sep

16

Memorial service

12:00 p.m.

Newcastle Cemetery

Newcastle, CA

Sep

17

Celebration of Life

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Citrus Heights Community Center

Citrus Heights, CA

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