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1919
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Tad Hatanaka Obituary
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Tadanobu (Tad) Hatanaka beloved, husband, father, brother and grandfather passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Oct 11 2014 in SLC UT. He joyfully joined his wife, parents and 2 brothers on the other side. He was married to May (Shiinoki) on June 22, 1947 in SLC UT He is survived by his daughter Karin Higashi (Pat), Bob Hatanaka, David Hatanaka (Dixie), 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. A celebration of life for Tad will be held on November 9, 2014 at 11:00 am at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East Dimple Dell Road (10600 South) Sandy, Utah. The family would love to give their many thanks to all the caregivers in Washington County for their Dedication and Love for Tad Hatanaka.
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Patty Ballou Taylor
November 6, 2014
I was lucky enough to be the "third wheel" several times when my dad, John Ballou, and his pal Tad went to lunch. Tad always had interesting things to talk about, and would keep Dad from being tough on the waitress when things weren't to his liking. I know that Dad always looked forward to their weekly lunches, especially after his stroke, when Tad showed such care and kindness AND patience with Dad when he had a hard time communicating. He was a great man.
Kent Guymon
November 5, 2014
I worked with Tad on my first drafting job at Titan steel. (1972) I was still going to school part time. He would take extra time to show me things. He influenced me greatly with his knowledge and humor. He ad a great stretch of a life! I always will remember him. Hi Bob! remember me?
Mike Ballou
November 5, 2014
Our family will be forever grateful to Tad for the friend he was to our dad, John Ballou. Tad was very kind and gracious and Dad loved him. He loved having lunch with Tad each week. We will always have a special place in our heart for Tad, always grateful to have known him. A wonderful, witty and charming man. He will be missed.
Sally Montgomery
November 4, 2014
You were such a kind soul...bless your family with the loving arms of the Lord
Bonnie Warren
November 4, 2014
I'm so sorry for the loss of a wonderful man to you all. Prayers and love, Bonnie Warren
Ceil Stevenson
November 2, 2014
I will always remember Tad's contagious smile, never saw him not smiling, he was a very generous and good man! Prayers to all the family!
David Hatanaka
November 2, 2014
I will miss you dad
David Hatanaka
November 2, 2014
I will miss you dad
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Celebration of Life
11:30 a.m.
Larkin Sunset Gardens - Sandy1950 East Dimple Dell Road 1950 E 10600 S, Sandy, UT 84092
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