November 12, 1936—July 10, 2020
This obituary appeared in the LA Times on August 2. 2020
Ken Kobayashi, 83, of Torrance, CA passed away on July 10, 2020. Born in LA to Tsuneyoshi and Yaeko Kobayashi, he attended Redondo Union High, proudly served in the U. S. Air Force, loved being a UCLA Bruin Alumni and retired after 35 yrs at Hughes Aircraft. Ken is survived by his brother Eichi Kobayashi, wife Naomi Kobayashi, daughters–Tammi & Terri (Kevin) Seki, sons—Scott & Kory (Elizabeth), and grandchildren–Jason, Kyra, & Krystal, along with nieces, nephews and dear relatives.
A private family service will be held at Green Hills Memorial Park.
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I have never worked with or for a finer man than Ken. He was intelligent, a hard worker, and was always ready and able to help others
Ken was absolutely dedicated to the the important work he did that without a doubt his contributions made our country a safer place to live in.
Ken inspired others to do their very best and helped them do it.
It brings tears to my eyes that I will never be able to enjoy his company again. They don’t make men like Ken anymore. He was truly a national treasure.
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