Walter T. Shimoda, 93
Walter T. Shimoda, son of Toshio and Katsuyo Shimoda, died on November 4th, 2022 at age 93. He wrote his obituary when he was diagnosed with cancer. He is survived by his wife, a University of Hawaii graduate and former school teacher, Nancy K. Kawaharada Shimoda, and also by five children; Cari Lee Kojima, Kevin Shimoda, Michael Shimoda, Carol Kawabata, and Jane Becker; 11 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his close friends and spiritual guardians, Reverend Kevin and Dermott Coleman of Ohio. He was also predeceased by two brothers, Jerry and Mike, and is survived by five sisters; Lois Akichan Uehira, Ruth Akie Oshiro, Jane Toshiko Nakatani, Charlotte Kayo Tomooka, and Naomi Kemble.
The deceased posthumously expresses his appreciation: to the Island of Maui for the privilege of being born, raised, employed, retired, and of dying here in Hawaiian island paradise; to my wife for unselfishly en-during the burden and the rest of my family for sharing in that burden; to Kahului school for the basic education and St. Anthony High School, John Carroll University and Santa Clara University for a Catholic education, culminating in a law degree; to Len, Spud, Terry, and George for their lasting friendship, all of whom predeceased the deceased; and the County of Maui, State of Hawaii, and U.S. government for preserving the freedom guaranteed by law and unequalled in the world.
Family will hold a private service at St. Anthony Church and requests no koden and flowers. The Shimoda Family sincerely thanks Islands Hospice for all their love, tender care and spiritual support. Donations can be made to: Islands Hospice Maui.
Online condolences may be made at: Nakamuramortuary.com