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Mary Kawano Obituary
During WW II, her family was interned at Gila River Relocation Center in Arizona, where she graduated from Butte High School. After the war, her family relocated to Chicago where she attended the Vogue School. While working as a clothing designer in New York, she met Charles Shizuo Kawano of Oakland, CA. They settled in San Francisco and were married for 30 years before he passed away in 1981. She worked as a hairdresser for 25 years and enjoyed traveling in her retirement years.
Mary is survived by her son Robert (Mary Eijima), her daughter Elinor (Ross Lee), grandchildren Alex and Mari Kawano, Ryan and Brenden Lee, and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service celebrating her life will be held Saturday, Sept 17 at 11AM at Pine United Methodist Church, 426 33rd Ave., San Francisco.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Kimochi, Inc. or the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern Calif. (JCCCNC).
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Krystal DB
September 6, 2016
For the friends and family of Ms Kawa no, I am so very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort hear your heartbroken prayers and support you during these difficult times.
Nancy Kuhn
September 4, 2016
Mary was our mom's hairdresser for many years, mine too when I still lived in the City-she did my hair for my wedding. We met Mary when she worked with Alva, then followed her to other salons. Such a lovely person, so kind to our mom. Heartfelt condolences to her family and friends. May your memories bring comfort.
JW
September 3, 2016
My sincerest condolences to the family. May you find much comfort from God's word during this difficult time (Matt. 5:4)
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