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Ronald Kihara Obituary

RONALD YASUSHI KIHARA Passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, 27 days after his 100th birthday. He was a man of many talents: he loved playing the piano, cooking, baking, playing three-card poker in Las Vegas, and traveling to Japan for kabuki and to visit relatives in Nagano. Above all, he loved his family -- his wife Kikue; his children Kevin (Francene), Phyllis, Gary (Carrie) and Patty; his grandchildren Ronnie, Kreig (Shelby), Kaylee, Brent (Jessica) and Danielle; and his great- grandchildren Keisen, Elena and Kamea. He was a hard-worker, humble, and loved by many. Private services were held to celebrate his wonderful, full life. He will forever be in our hearts. Arrangements Provided By: Hosoi Garden Mortuary

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Published by Star-Advertiser on Feb. 23, 2025.

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