May Yamaoka Obituary
The passing of May Yamaoka of El Cerrito, California occurred on September 10, 2026. May, born on May 1, 1929 in Lodi, California, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of May Yamaoka or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Kenichi Tamura and Tatsuno Tamura; her husband Jim; and her siblings, Mana, Ray and Toshi.
She is survived by: her children, Jacqui Panzella (Lou), Ken Yamaoka (Imelda) and Caroline Stoner (Harry); her grandchildren, Kiyoko, Tamiko, Mariko Panzella and Alison "Skye" Stoner; and her brother Nobie.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 7th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Memorial Buddhist Temple of Alameda (2325 Pacific Ave, Alameda, CA 94501).
