The Garden Island
Notice #: 0001075622-01
Funeral Notices

RUTH FUSAE SHIMABUKU, 90

Mom lost her battle with Alzheimer’s on January 13th with family at her side. She was born in Kahaluu, moved to Maunaloa, Molokai for several years as a child, and returned to Oahu. Retired from Central Pacific Bank, she enjoyed gardening, fishing, meeting people, and playing gateball. She is survived by daughter, Joni (Ed) Gross; son, Ben (Carol); daughter-in-law, Debra; grandchildren Jennifer Mukai, Brandi (Rob) Ing, Pi`ilani; and great-grandchild, Mika. She is survived by brothers Masao Ige and Philip (Janet) Ige; sister, Sachiko (Charles) Kaneshiro; nieces; nephews; and tons of friends. Services: Saturday, March 3, 10:30 am, Mililani Downtown Mortuary, 20 S. Kukui Street. Casual attire.