Karen Hisako Tanaka Obituary
The passing of Karen Hisako Tanaka in Longmont, Colorado occurred on October 8, 2026. Karen, born on October 8, 1935, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Karen Hisako Tanaka to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Hideichi Yoshida and Misao Yoshida; her brother Hideo; her husband Rocky Tanaka; her granddaughter Ashley; and her siblings, Mas, Grant, Harlan, Bryon, Yasko, Kiyo, Elaine and Sumi.
She is survived by: her sisters, Mae, Mary Ida, Helen Johns, Jo Weaver, Margaret Miyasaki and Janet Nakata (Kiyo); her children, Carol Bowman (Jim), Diane Kiyota (Dale) and Greg Tanaka (Lin); her grandchildren, Rocky, AJ (Katy), Skylar, Lauren, Melissa (David) and Nikole; and her great grandchild Gavin (Emily). She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, November 6th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Howe Mortuary and Crematory (439 Coffman St, Longmont, CO 80501).
