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David Uchima Obituary

Uchima, David Masaru David Masaru Uchima, 70, beloved husband of the late Meta Jay; loving father of Stephanie and Kimi Uchima, Anthony (Susan) Safian, Jacqueline (Eddie) Randle and Roger (Loriann) Safian; cherished grandfather of Aimie Love and Erich Safian and great grandfather of Sam Love II and Alexandria Love; devoted son of the late George Kamekichi and Marian Asako Uchima; dearest brother of Tom (Irene), Joe and Keiko Uchima (Jim Conrad); fond uncle of Charity Uchima and great uncle of Jordan and Christopher Uchima. Visitation Thursday, July 14, 2011, 4 p.m. until time of service at 7 p.m. at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Ave., Chicago. Interment private. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association (www.heart.org). Info., 773-561-6874. Punch and pie.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 12, 2011.

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Kimi Uchima

June 17, 2012

Happy Fathers Day Dad. I miss you so much. I called Uncle Joe today cuz I had nobody else to call. I love you and miss you more than anyone could ever imagine.

kimi uchima

May 14, 2012

It has been almost a year yet feels like yesterday.. today was mothers day I called ur phone to hear her voice I wanted so bad for u to answer I am in a dark place I miss u and mom so much I will love u always hugs and kisses

kimi uchima

July 18, 2011

i miss you more with each passing day

kimi uchima

July 15, 2011

i said my goodbye to you yesterday i cant believe your gone i had so much i should've said i love you now and always now you can be with mom again

Jennifer McNabb

July 12, 2011

My thoughts and sympathy go out to Teff and her family during this difficult time.

Oralia Villa

July 12, 2011

My condolences Kimi.. May the lord give you strength to deal with this heartache. May the memories bring you comfort. Love ya

David and Nancy Burger

July 12, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

American Heart Association

July 12, 2011

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Kimi Uchima

July 12, 2011

Dad I will miss you always

Kimi Uchima

July 12, 2011

Love You Dad

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