Helen Hanako Ando Obituary
We bid farewell to Helen Hanako Ando of Gardena, California, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 30, 2026 at the age of 91. Helen touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Helen leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Helen may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Taiji Shimada and Tomeyo Shimada. She is survived by: her husband Theodore; her daughter Coreen (Walt); her grandchildren, Shelli and Kaitlyn; her son Geoff (Michelle); her grandsons, Myles and Shane; and her daughter Jeri.
