Minoru Nozaki Obituary (1930 - 2007)

Minoru Nozaki OGDEN - Minoru Nozaki, 76, died March 28, 2007 in Ogden. Min was born April 29, 1930 in Clinton, UT to Yoshimatsu Nozaki and Shizuno Tanimoto Nozaki. He served in the Army during the Korean War from 1951 to 1953. He married Carlene May Alkema June 27, 1995 in Elko, NV. Min was of the Buddhist Faith. He was employed with Thiokol for 17 years and retired from Volvo after 14 years. He liked to work on the farm and in his garden and enjoyed working and tinkering on his tractor, in the garage and to fish with relatives and friends. Min is survived by his wife Carlene; three sons and a daughter, Brent (Angela) Nozaki, Kirk (Julie) Nozaki, Sonya (Doug) Malcolm all of Georgia, stepson, Scott R. Alkema of Ogden; two sisters Saeko Nakashima of SLC and Jenny Nakao of Reno, NV; two grandchildren, Keely Malcolm, Joseph Nozaki, step-granddaughter, Everly Alkema. Also surviving is Min's extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers. A special thanks to everyone who provided care and comfort during his battle with cancer. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 941 East 3300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84106. VisitationMyers Mortuary - Ogden 100 Monroe Blvd. Ogden, UT 84404 April 2, 2007 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM