Fred Hiromu Yamashige's Obituary
Wailuku passed away on July 10, 2020. He was born on March 27, 1923 in Pulehu, Maui. Fred worked at Maui Land & Pineapple Co. for 40 years. He is survived by his wife, Helen; daughter Emilyn (Earl) Kono; sons Eric (Iris) and Kyle (Sandra); 5 grandchildren and 2 greatgrandchildren. He is also survived by sisters Shirley (James) Tobita and Yoshiko Yoshioka. Sergeant Fred H. Yamashige earned a Silver
Star for his courage, initiative and leadership while serving with the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd Regimental Combat Team, D Company. The family requests no koden and no flowers. Nakamura Mortuary assisted the family with all arrangements. Private services were held.
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