Masaru Watanabe Obituary
In loving memory of Masaru Watanabe of Hilo, Hawaii, born in Papaikou, Hawaii, who departed this world on April 20, 2025 at the age of 91. Masaru leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. 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 Masaru Watanabe to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid adieu to Masaru's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in his wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Masaru has bequeathed us. For though he may have departed from our sight, his spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
He is survived by: his daughters, Joni Fujino (Ed Torres, Jr.) of Kealakekua and Connie Watanabe (Janna Yamashita) of Kapolei; his sisters, Etsuko Horio of Hilo and Eunice Hamamoto of Hilo; and his sisters-in-law, Mabel Watanabe of Honolulu and Jennifer Watanabe of Honolulu. He is also survived by three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.
