Richard Sadao Hashimoto was born on November 18, 1936, in Oxnard, CA. He passed away peacefully at home on November 5, 2022, after losing a courageous battle against a brain injury suffered in a fall. He was 85 years old.
Richard and his family were first interned in Camp Gila River, AZ then later transferred to Camp Tule Lake, CA. After World War II his family returned to AZ where he graduated from Glendale High School, served in the U.S. Naval Reserve, and began farming in South Phoenix. He enjoyed golfing and studying the stock market.
Preceded by his younger brother Ted, he is survived by his older brother Eddie; sisters Grace Mochidome (Ted), Mieko Vale, Alice Yee (Reynold), Betty Hashimoto; and nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Mondy, November 21, 2022, at 10:00 am, Chapel of the Chimes, 7924 N. 59th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85301.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ChapeloftheChimesMortuary.com for the Hashimoto family.