Helen Fukiko Nozaki, 94, was born on March 31, 1931 in Kekaha on the island of Kauai. Helen passed away peacefully in Long Beach with family at her bedside on January 4, 2026.
She was predeceased by her husband, David. Helen is survived by her children, Irene Ichikawa and Warren; son-in-law, Mitchell; granddaughter, Taylor; and a wide circle of family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on March 7, 2026, 2 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 2115 West 182nd Street, Torrance, CA 90504. (310) 217-7000. Family requests casual or aloha attire.