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Kathryn KUMAI Obituary

Kathryn Yuuko Kumai, a resident of Cerritos, passed away on January 31, 2025. She was 74 years old. She is predeceased by her husband of 40 years, Sam Kumai, who passed away in 2019. Kathy is survived by her loving daughters, Kacy Nagatoshi and Monika Medina; son-in-laws Joel Nagatoshi and Gary Medina; granddaughter, Kyla Nagatoshi and grandsons, Krew Nagatoshi and Landon Medina; sister, Judy (Frank) Nakamura; brother, Kenneth Nishino; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 7, 10:30 AM at South Bay Community Church, 2549 W 190th St, Torrance, CA 90504.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Feb. 27, 2025.

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