Sakuye Iwata

Mrs . Sakuye Kay Iwata was born on January 10,1926. She was the youngest of 3 daughters born to Mr. & Mrs. Sakutaye Kamo. During World War II the family was interned to Posten, Arizona. After the war, Kay was introduced to Tadao Iwata and married him in September 17, 1948. She and her husband farmed with his parents and brothers in La Mirada and Buena Park . She had 2 children, Daniel and Sharon. She is survived by her daughter, 3 granddaughters and 4 great grandchildren.

Services will be at the Hillside Chapel at 1:00 PM, Saturday, December 16, 2023. Following her burial, a luncheon celebrating her life will be held the Doubletree by Hilton in uptown Whittier. Family ask that you RSVP to Sharon Muro (951)733-7253 via text or call.

In lieu ol floral tribut the family asks that a donation be made in her memory to:

BUDDIST CHURCHES OF AMERICA SOCIAL WELFARE FUND

2140 Durant Avenue

Berkeley, CA 94704

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.rosehills.com for the Iwata family.