Gladys Toshiko Ushijima's Obituary
Gladys Toshiko Ushijima, 92, of Kahului, passed away peacefully at home under the compassionate care of Hospice Maui on February 24, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Services honoring Mrs. Ushijima will be held at Wailuku Hongwanji Mission on Sunday, March 19, 2017. Visitation will begin at 10:00, with memorial service beginning at 11:00am.
Nakamura Mortuary is assisting with arrangements.
Gladys was born on November 9, 1924 in Paia to Akira & Toyoko Ohigashi. She was the second of five children. After graduating from Maui High School, she married “Poki” Iwamoto and together they raised a daughter. She was the office manager for the dental offices of Dr. Masami “Hambone” Hamamura for 36 years. Following her retirement, Gladys enjoyed traveling, reading, “KSO” dramas, shopping and especially her annual trips to Vegas. She will be remembered as a kind, and sharp-witted woman who was very generous and caring towards all.
Gladys was predeceased by her second husband, Shigemi Ushijima. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, daughter, Gail (Ronald) Hamai; grandsons, Reid S. (Stacy) & Kory (Samantha) Takamura; and great grandchildren, Lance, Lindsay, Kellen & Sophia Takamura.
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