Russell Y. Ishimoto's Obituary
Russell Ishimoto Obituary
Russell Yoshio Ishimoto, 74, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025 with his family by his side. He was employed by 7-Eleven as a Merchandise Category Manager until his retirement in January 2022.
Russell was born on November 10, 1950, to Hideto and Tomie Ishimoto of Waialua. He graduated from Waialua High School and the University of Hawaii where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.
He is survived by his beloved daughter, Sheryle (Nathan) Kawamura of San Diego, grandsons Russel Ishimoto and Nolan Kawamura, brother, Miles Ishimoto, sister-in-law, Carol Ishimoto, nephews, Ryan, Rod and Jared Ishimoto.
Russell was predeceased in death by beloved daughter, Shannon Sumie Ishimoto, brother, Bruce Hideki Ishimoto, sister, Kathleen Kimie Ishimoto and parents, Hideto and Tomie Ishimoto of Waialua.
Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Mililani Memorial Park, Makai Chapel. Visitation at 10:30 am. Service at 11:30 am. Inurnment at 1:00 p.m. at gravesite.
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