Funeral service for the late Mr. Isao Thomas Ikemiya, 84-year-old, Fresno-born Nisei resident of Gardena who passed away in Torrance on Dec. 21 will be held on Saturday, Jan. 14, at 4 p.m. at Gardena Buddhist Church, 1517 West 166th St., Gardena, 90247, with Rev. Marvin Harada of Orange County Buddhist Church officiating.
Isao Thomas is predeceased by his granddaughter, Laura Minami and sister, Helen Cook. He is survived by his loving wife, Reiko Ikemiya; daughters, Kathy (Don) Endo, Elaine (Scott) Minami and Sharon (Craig) DeCrescenzo; son, Jeff (Leigh) Ikemiya; grandchildren, Jessica and Kaitlin Endo, Marcus, Parker Minami, Chaz DeCrescenzo, Taylor, Jordon, Morgan Ikemiya; brother, Edward (Chiyoko) Ikemiya; also survived by nieces, nephews and other relatives here and in Japan.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to: Little Tokyo Parkinson’s Support Group c/o Union Church, 401 E. Third St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
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