Dear Kaz, Laura, Karen, and Paul,

It has been a pleasure to be John's next door neighbor for the past 32 years.  He was such a kind and intelligent man.  We loved watching him rollerblade down the street in the early days after his retirement.  John always had a smile for us, even after his unfortunate stroke.  
We thoroughly enjoyed visiting with him, and happily remember the many neighborhood and family events which he was able to attend.  We were delighted to join in celebrating his 88th birthday earlier this year.  He looked especially sharp and was in such good spirits that day.

Kaz, you have been an outstanding and loving caregiver since his stroke.  Your care and support allowed him to remain in his own home and gave him an enhanced quality of life.  

He is missed and will be thought of often, and we will always remember him with love. 
Bob and Joan Wilkinson

We have had the pleasure of living across the street from John and Kaz for the last 9 years.  We used to enjoy seeing Kaz bring John outside where he was so happy and at peace and we are truly saddened to hear of his passing.  Our thoughts and prayers are with Kaz and the entire family.

    We were saddened by the passing of Uncle John.  He and Aunt Kaz were so kind to us when we  lived in Maryland years ago.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
    
     Floyd & Jan Ito

Thank you for sharing the memorial video of John - it was so nice to see his smiling face as how I remembered him back during the 
Tule Lake days and through all the camp reunions held in Sacramento.  My deepest sympathy to the Mizoue family on your great loss, treasure all the wonderful memories you had together.

Twenty-nine years ago, in 1986,  John had a firm handshake and he looked directly into my eyes to communicate his interest and feelings in meeting me for the very first time.  Our niece, JoDell, was engaged to Paul that year.  We talked about the Rockies and Broncos initially and then John asked me specific questions about education and to what direction it was going and why I chose teaching as a career.  A very sincere, knowledgeable person, I thought to myself.  Each time John and I met during a family gathering, we would begin with a firm handshake, eye to eye contact and then chat about the demise or accolades of our Colorado teams.  Had I known that within a decade John would experience a life changing, horrific stroke, I would have spent more time asking him about his war experience, his likes and pet peeves, his illustrious career and how he met Kaz.  It was too late to ask John important questions about his life.  During the recent years whenever we met, John and I still shook hands firmly and as we looked into each other's eyes, I could see recognition and resignation that there would be minimal two way discussions on Broncos and golfing.  However, my admiration for John increased over the years.  His resolve and acceptance of the existence he endured is way beyond my comprehension.  All I know is that Kaz, his primary care giver, his best friend, the love of his life provided all the essential ingredients for John to experience the best lifecycle possible.  I will miss John's firm handshakes and I will remember his expressive eyes that communicated thank you for talking to me.

Dear Kaz,

We were saddened to learn that John passed away. His warm personality and smiling face, even in adversity, will be fondly remembered by all of his neighbors. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Bill and Maria Luisa Long

Since I am unable to attend the services, I so appreciated the beautiful memorial video and photos. I watched the video twice. My favorite pictures are of Uncle John -in his earlier teens on a bicycle and the one where he is playing a ukelele. I have wonderful memories of a devoted husband and father to Paul, Karen and Laura with Auntie Kaz always at his side.  Uncle John who always had a smile on his face,  My deepest sympathy to each of you.

OBITUARY

John Johnny Kazuo Mizoue

February 18, 1927 – July 30, 2015

Olinger Funeral, Cremation & Cemetery - Highland

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