Shiro Jug Takeshita's Obituary
Shiro “Jug” Takeshita passed away in San Leandro, CA on October 15, 2001. He was the beloved husband of Ikuko “Cookie” Takeshita of San Leandro and the dear brother of Dr. Masao (Aiko) Takeshita, Shigeo (Aiko) Takeshita, Dr. Saburo Takeshita and Goro Takeshita. He was the brother-in-law of Mas Takano and Terrie Isono. He is survived by his nephews: Paul Takeshita, Dr. Craig Takeshita, Bruce Takeshita, John Mark Nishimoto, Peter Nishimoto, Richard Isono, Dr. Steven Isono and Kent Takano; and, his nieces: Ann Cohen, Jean Ho, Lani Kotcher and Julie Peters. He is also survived by many grand nieces and nephews.A native of Salinas, CA, he was 80 years of age. He was a member of the 442nd RCT Veterans Association, Japanese American Citizens League and the Alameda Buddhist Adult Association.Friends are invited to call at the Chapel of the Chimes, 4499 Piedmont Avenue in Oakland on Monday, October 22, 2001, from 10:00AM to 2:00PM and to attend Funeral Services at the Alameda Buddhist Church, 2325 Pacific Avenue in Alameda on Monday evening at 7:00PM. He will be inurned at Chapel of the Chimes in Oakland.Chapel of the ChimesOakland (510) 654-0123www.chapelofthechimes.comãService of Marked Distinctionä
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