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Shinobu Sato Obituary

SHINOBU SATO Shinobu Sato, 93, died peacefully on February 9, 2026 at home in Kaneohe. Born in Holualoa, Shinobu was a retired Administrator for the Hawaii Youth Correctional Facility in the Department of Social Services and Housing. He is survived by his beloved wife, Joan Sato, daughters, Sheri Sato of Kaneohe and Laura (Loren) Liebling of Kailua, sister Fumiko Carpenter of Kaneohe; and his grandsons, Ian (Christine) Liebling of San Diego and Ethan Liebling of Kailua. Private service held. Arrangements Provided By: Nuuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary LLC

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Published by Star-Advertiser on Mar. 8, 2026.

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