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At random: The first Japanese prisoner of war captured by the Americans was Kazuo Sakamaki, an ensign in the Imperial Japanese Navy. He was captured on the morning of December 7, 1941. Sakamaki had set an explosive charge to destroy his disabled submarine, which had been trapped on Waimanalo Beach. When the explosives failed to go off, he swam to the bottom of the submarine to investigate the cause of the failure and became unconscious due to a lack of oxygen. Sakamaki was found by a Hawaiian soldier, David Akui, and was taken into military custody. When he awoke, he found himself in a hospital under American armed guard. After the war he returned to Japan and found work with the Toyota Motor Corporation before retiring in 1987. Sakamaki died on November 29, 1999, aged 81.

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MOST, Joseph August Jr., 81, died Feb. 14, 2018, in Fort Pierce, FL. He was born in Brooklyn, NY, and lived in Ft. Pierce since 1962, coming from Liberty, NY. He'd been a member of St. Mark Catholic Church, where he was a musician for many years. He was a Boy Scouts of America leader 1964-1971. He was a member of the American Legion, Life member of the VFW, and member of Ft. Pierce Elks Lodge 1520. He served in the US Navy Submarine Service 1954-1958, being a Korean War Veteran. Survivors include his daughters, Linda Coddington and Jayne Most; sons, Michael and Donald Most; grandchildren, Amanda Coddington, Matthew and Ryan Most, and Joseph Wilkerson; great-grandchildren, MaciLynn Gomes, Layne, Kendall, and Avery Jo Wilkerson, and August Matters Most, all of Ft. Pierce. Brothers, Eugene Most, of Ft. Peirce, Kenneth Most, of Clearwater, FL, and Lee Most, of Balston Spa, NY. He was preceded in death by wife, Janice Most. Services: A Celebration of Life is planned for Sunday, 4/15/2018, 12:30 pm at Little Jim on North Hutchinson Island, Ft. Pierce. Published in the TC Palm on Apr. 12, 2018

SCHURKUS, Robert Otto, 93, of Hudson, FL, died on March 28, 2018. Loving husband of Bea; and father of Keith (Julie) Schurkus, Rebecca (Mike) Baylor and Donna (Rick) Sahlberg; grandpa of Patrick Harden, Jeremy (Cathy) Harden and Amy (Jeff) Cooper; and great-grandpa of McKenzie Harden; brother of Doreen Borschel. Bob served honorably as a submariner in the U.S. Navy, WWII Pacific Theatre, surviving depth charges in Tokyo Bay [O-2, Icefish, Chub, Batfish]. A memorial service will be held on April 14 at Faith Lutheran Church, 5443 Sunset Road, New Port Richey, FL. Visitation begins at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside, CA. Dobies Funeral Home, Hudson. Published in the Tampa Bay Times on Apr. 12, 2018

BROWN, Gardner Russell, CDR, USN, Ret., died April 6, 2018. He served in the US Navy submarine force and was Chief Executive Officer of RusSon, Inc. Engineers and Independent Power Developers and Producers. CDR Brown was a resident of Arlington, Virginia and a native of Sterling. His survivors include his wife of 38 years, Sondra Jupin Gillice, of Arlington, VA, sons: Kevin S. Brown, Steven R. Brown of his first marriage to June F. Regan; stepson, Thomas A. Gillice and six grandchildren and six great grandchildren. The Family will receive friends at Murphy Funeral Home, 4510 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA on Friday, April 20, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at a later date at The Old Post Chapel, Ft Myer, VA with burial to follow in Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Explorers Club, 46 East 70th St. NY., NY 10021. Published in Worcester Telegram & Gazette Apr. 11, 2018.

STEFANELLI , Leonard D., 83, passed away peacefully April 6, 2018, at home surrounded by his family. He was born May 6, 1934 and had a very successful career in the garbage business in San Francisco; becoming an iconic force in the industry. He was President of Sunset Scavenger for 20 years now affiliated with Recology, also President of the Scavengers Protective Union and Past President of the California Refuse Recycling Council. He authored a book titled, "Garbage," a history and personal memoir of the San Francisco Refuse Industry. A past member of the the Cow Palace Board of Directors. He trekked horseback with the Sonoma County Trail Blazers & Rancheros Visitdores. Currently serving as a Co-President of the Irish-Israeli-Italian Society (3 III's) and a 39-year member of his beloved Calamari Club, he was also a member of the Olympic Club, the Italian American Social Club and the U.S. Submarine Veteran's Association. There was never a stranger in his life... only friends. His introduction of himself, to you, will ALWAYS BE endearingly remembered as his personal "hallmark:" "Stefanelli the name, Garbage the game." Beloved husband for 58 years of Virginia; loving father of Joseph and Gina; dear brother of Allen. Friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass 11 a.m. on Wednesday April 18th at St. Stephen's church, 451 Eucalyptus Dr., San Francisco. Reception to follow at the Olympic Club, Lakeside. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to UCSF Helen Diller Cancer Center P.O.Box 45339 SF CA 94145 or Hospice By The Bay 180 Redwood St. Ste 350, SF CA 94102. Published in San Francisco Chronicle from Apr. 15 to Apr. 17, 2018.

CORNMESSER, Ron, 70, of Ontario, OR, passed away on March 29, at his home, surrounded by those he loved. Ron was born, Sept. 15, 1947 in Ontario, OR, the middle child surrounded by three amazing sisters -- considered "the special one" by his siblings. He was raised by two extraordinary parents, Ralph and Deana Cornmesser. In 1965, he graduated from Ontario High School. Ron proudly followed family tradition, serving in the US Navy from 1965-1972. He served on the USS Pollack, a nuclear submarine. In 1973-74, Ron attended and graduated from Treasure Valley Community College. Fueling his love of learning, he went on to attend Eastern Oregon College and then Oregon State University, where he received his Bachelor's degree in zoology, Summa Cum Laude. Ron married the "love of his life" (and visa versa), Janis Murakami in 1987. They had 31 wonderful years together, sharing many of those years and fun times with their "pet" kids, Flipper, Mandy, Oscar and Pepe. Favorite times for Ron was when he was entertaining and being entertained by his grand-children, great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces. He taught most of them how to fish and was so patient baiting, casting and untangling their fishing lines... over and over! They all adored their "special" grandpa and uncle. Ron & Janis enjoyed attending all the school performances, sporting events, graduations, weddings, and other landmarks in their lives. Ron's 20+ years of career experience as a Technical Writer & NPDES Program Specialist with waste water treatment projects around the US, involved extensive travels, helping communities meet their requirements to keep the environment safe and clean. One of his prized possessions was a plaque given to him, stating "For giving us, your employees, your very best." He enjoyed wildlife and scenic photography, hunting, fishing, and exploring the great outdoors. In his retirement years, he enjoyed gunsmithing as his "new" hobby. Though he denied it, he was an avid story teller and writer, which completely reflected his unique sense of humor. These "tall-tales" will be passed on through his family. Ron was a profound influence in the lives of family and friends. He was a role model, a gentle and honorable man. He will be missed by everyone whose lives he touched. You didn't have to know him well, to feel his strength, sense of fairness and caring. "This isn't good-bye to Ron, this is "We'll See You Later". The family would like to thank MSTI for the kind, caring assistance they gave helping Ron during the course of his treatments. A special Thank You to Heart 'n Home Hospice staff for the loving support extended to Ron and all his family. Ron was preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Deana Cornmesser. He's survived by his wife Janis, his Pepe dog, his son Jeremy (Robin), daughter Kim (David) Bean, his sisters Carol Husfloen, Barbara (Ron) Fountain, Ruth (John) Weaver, his 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services are under the direction of Bowman Funeral Directors of Garden City, ID. Services will be Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 11:00 am, Ontario Community Church located at 240 SE 3rd St, followed by a Celebration of Life reception at FRCC in Ontario, OR. Private committal services will be held at Evergreen Cemetery, Ontario. Memorials may be made in Ron's name to Ontario Community Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bowmanfuneral.com . Published in Idaho Statesman Apr. 7, 2018

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