Dorothy Junko Ishii Bryant

In Loving Memory of Dorothy Junko Ishii Bryant

July 8, 1940 – May 17, 2025

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Dorothy Junko Ishii Bryant, passed away peacefully and without pain on May 17, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on July 8, 1940, on the beautiful island of Molokai, Hawaii, she carried the spirit of aloha throughout her life and into the hearts of everyone who knew her.

In 1963, she made the courageous move to the mainland, settling in Fontana, California, where she raised her four daughters with integrity, resilience, and generosity. A woman of strength and deep commitment to her family, she poured her heart into raising her girls as a single mother, creating a home grounded in a strong work ethic, discipline, and unforgettable memories.

She leaves behind her devoted daughters:

• Kim Reyna Apodaca (Steven Apodaca)

• Miki Rene Inbody (Alan Inbody)

• Lei Marie Badua (Kalani Badua)

• Marlene Sophia Troy (Chris Troy)

She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren:

Valerie Rodriguez Miranda (Oscar Miranda), Robby Rodriguez, Josh Badua Kaeo (Crista Kaeo), Nolan McCabe, Nalani Badua Issi (Chris Issi), Niko McCabe, Julia Cianchetti, Natalie Cianchetti, and Daniel Cianchetti,

and great-grandchildren:

Kupono Kaeo, Selah Rodriguez, E’Oli Issi, Aiden Miranda, Austin Miranda, Kapi’olani Issi, Joshie Kaeo, Marilyn Rodriguez, Caleb Kaeo, and Arlen Miranda — each of whom carry a piece of her wisdom, kind-heartedness, and legacy.

Dorothy is also survived by her siblings: Arthur Masayuki Ishii, Paul Shimao Ishii, Helen Chiyoko Ishii Wu, Samuel Sueo Ishii, and Stella Mitsuko Ishii Yasuda

She was preceded in death by her siblings: Janet Yukiko Ishii Takane, Walter Masaharu Ishii, Esther Sayoko Ishii Reynolds and her parents Jujiro Ishii and Sadako Ochi Ishii.

Her love will forever surround us—steady as the ocean breeze and as enduring as the Hawaiian sun. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

A celebration of her life will be held on Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11 am.

Stone Funeral Home

355 E. 9thSt, Upland, CA 91786.

All are welcome to join us in honoring her life. Please wear your favorite Hawaiian attire

Aloha ‘Oe… until we meet again.