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Akira Iwata Obituary

AKIRA IWATA 95, of Honolulu, an Army veteran and retired refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic, and co-owner of Refrigeration Equipment Company, passed away on August 8, 2024 at home. He was born in Pahoa, Hawaii. He is survived by his wife, Marion; daughter, Cynthia Iwata; brother, Paul (Sue); sister, Fumiko Yamada; grandson, Alan Iwata; and great- grandson, Xander. Private services were held. No koden (monetary gifts) please. Arrangements Provided By: Hosoi Garden Mortuary

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Published by Star-Advertiser on Sep. 8, 2024.

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