Toshiyuki Sakazaki

Toshiyuki "Bob" Sakazaki Obituary

Toshiyuki " Bob" Sakazaki, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, and proud United States Army veteran, passed away August 4th leaving behind a family who will deeply miss him and the traditions that made him such an important part of their lives. He was 89.

Toshiyuki was born on September 10, 1936, in Hawaii. One of his most vivid childhood memories was December 7, 1941, the day Pearl Harbor was attacked. Toshiyuki was just five years old and in kindergarten, but he remembered that day as if it were yesterday.

Years later, Toshiyuki proudly served his country in the United States Army, achieving the rank of Specialist Fifth Class before being honorably discharged in 1963.

Following his military service, Toshiyuki built a career as an engineer with TRW in the aerospace industry, where he worked until his retirement.

On January 12, 1968, Toshiyuki married Evelyn, beginning a marriage that would span 54 years. Together, they built a life centered around family, and that family remained one of Toshiyuki's greatest joys throughout his life.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Evelyn, and his stepdaughter, Dale Tunison (Bill).

He is survived by his three stepsons, Roger (Debbie), John, and Paul (Marsha); eleven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Toshiyuki genuinely enjoyed keeping up with his family. He loved visits from his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and hearing stories about what was happening in their lives. Their accomplishments, adventures, and even the everyday stories brought him great happiness.

Some of the family's fondest memories of Toshiyuki were made around a table. Wednesday meant Chinese lunch with his boys, a tradition he looked forward to each week. Friday nights meant dinner at Los Arcos, surrounded by family and whatever extended friends and family happened to be in town. These weren't simply meals-they were traditions, and they reflected what Toshiyuki valued most: spending time with the people he loved.

After 54 years of marriage, the loss of Evelyn left an unmistakable absence in his life. Together, they created a family that now extends across five generations, a wonderful legacy of the life they shared.

Toshiyuki will be remembered for his service to his country, his remarkable connection to history, his devotion to family, and the simple traditions that meant so much to him and to those who loved him.

His place at the table will be deeply missed, but the stories, memories, and traditions he leaves behind will continue for generations.