Henry Tokuwo Hirasaki
Henry Tokuwo Hirasaki was born on April 26, 1938, in Beaumont, Texas, to his loving parents Toki Kishi Hirasaki and Tokuzo Hirasaki. He passed away peacefully at the age of 87 on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at his home in Orange, Texas.
Henry grew up the eldest of 6 on Kishi Farms in what was then Terry, Texas, now Orange, Texas. He attended Vidor Independent School District and graduated from Vidor High School as the Valedictorian of his class in 1956. He attended Lamar University for one semester before leaving to help his father run the farm. He returned to Lamar University in the 1990’s for a few semesters. Henry was a perpetual student and loved learning.
Henry met the love of his life, Rebecca Jean Dupree, while in English class at Lamar University. They were married on August 22, 1970, and today is their 55th wedding anniversary.
Many throughout the Golden Triangle knew Henry for his go cart building and racing in his 20’s. Henry also had a love of cars, gardening, photography, videography, and technology. Throughout his life, Henry loved to volunteer at the churches he attended from being a Sunday School teacher, bus mechanic, snow cone maker, to any other role that was needed.
Henry is survived and missed by his loving wife, Becky (nee Dupree) of 55 years; and his children, Amy Hirasaki Moore (Brad) of League City, Texas; Jon Hirasaki of Dallas, Texas; Ken Hirasaki (Tippy) of Boulder, Colorado; Ron Hirasaki (Christie) of Plano, Texas; Daisuke Yasokawa (Saeko) of Sapporo, Japan; Yusuke Yasokawa (Meiko) of Honolulu, Hawaii; Hiro Nish (Elise) of Houston, Texas; 10 grandchildren, Katie, Ryan, Kaz, Rei, Emma, Connor, Kaia, Ren, Iori, and Aki. Henry also leaves behind all of his siblings, George Hirasaki (Darlene) of Bellaire, Texas; John Hirasaki (Parrish) of Culver City, California; Hana Case (Mike) of Santa Fe, New Mexico; Ida Bush (Nathan) of Canyon Lake, Texas; Frances Ackart of Fort Collins, Colorado and a host of nieces and nephews, extended family, loving in-laws, friends, and neighbors.
Henry is preceded in death by his parents, Toki and Tokuzo Hirasaki; his loving mother and father-in-law, Dutch and Melba Dupree; and his aunt-in-law, Margaret Ward.
A gathering of Mr. Hirasaki’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Eastgate United Pentecostal Church, 18905 IH-10, Vidor. His funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 22, 2025, at Eastgate United Pentecostal Church. His interment will follow at Kishi Cemetery, Orange, under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.
Video
Gathering of Family and Friends
Eastgate United Pentecostal Church
- 18905, Interstate 10, Vidor, Texas, 77662,
- August 21, 2025
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Funeral Service
Eastgate United Pentecostal Church
- 18905, Interstate 10, Vidor, Texas, 77662,
- August 22, 2025
- 11:00 am
Interment
Kishi Cemetery
- Vidor, Texas, 77662,
- August 22, 2025
Becky and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of Henry’s passing. I have fond memories of you and your family during the late 80s and early 90s. May you find peace through your memories of Henry and the wonderful role model he was as a husband, father, and grandfather to your beautiful family.
Sending prayers and hugs,
Adair
Condolences from the Sakai family. Lawson & Mineko always enjoyed their time with Mom’s Texas cousins.
Rest in Peace Mr. Henry and thank you for being such an influential part of my career path. You were one of the finest men I’ve ever known and you will be missed.
My sincere condolences. He was always such an inspiration to me growing up, strong and courageous, a pillar in the church. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Hirasaki family,, I am so very sorry for the passing of your patriarch, one of the hardest times of your lives. Your loss is heaven’s gain, and there will surely be a Glad Reunion Day!
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you… So many sweet memories flood my heart , thinking of your precious family!!
May God whisper peace to your hearts and lives, and may HE comfort you as only HE can do!!
Many thoughts and prayers,,
June Wrinkle
Hirasaki family, your dad and father was such a special man. He was always so nice to me, whether at church where he was my Sunday School teacher, at his house where he always welcomed me as a friend to his children when I was a teenager or when he would help me with misc multimedia projects at church where he was a computer genius. I send you all much love and pray you are comforted by God’s spirit during this time of grief.
So sorry for your loss. My prayers go out for you.
Praise God to two of the greatest Christians I have ever known. Bro and Sis Hirasaki. I don’t have enough words to say how grateful, thankful and blessed they were to me and my son. God placed them in my life for a purpose and I can never thank them enough. I know Bro Hirasaki is gone home and will be truly missed by so many. He lived with God’s Agape love ❤️ in his heart, a true Christ like Spirit. Sis Becky praying 🙏 for you and I love ❤️ you and here for you if you need me for anything. I will never forget the goodness of the Lord when I think about Bro Hirasaki. I love ❤️ the whole family in Jesus Christ name. Amen 🙏!
Mama Becky, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Although, I only remember meeting Henry once, he still left an impression on me. I’ve always considered you both as family too. Love you all.
My condolences to the Hirasaki family. Our families have always been connected. I’m so grateful for the privilege of knowing you.
I just wanted to say how sorry I am about your dad. I grew up watching him and he always left such a strong impression on me. I can only imagine how tough this is, and I’m keeping you and your family in my thoughts.
Beck
No words – except my love to you and all of your family. Since I can’t be there please know I will be praying for all of you.
My deepest condolence and prayers for you all. May all the sweet memories bring you peace.
Becky and family.
I was sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. He leaves a wonderful legacy of family and friends. Prayers for you and your family
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. Thoughts and prayers for peace during this time of mourning.
Becky, I’m so very sorry to hear this sad news. If there is really such a thing as soulmates, the title belongs to you and Henry. You loved each other endlessly, and everyone around you knew it. You faithfully stood by his side through countless treatments and medical visits, going above and provide him with superb care. What a great day it will be to join him in the land of no sickness or sorrow!
Beck and family (I sent a memorial statement earlier and it must have gotten lost so I’m redoing it – we may wind up with 2). I have just lost a very special friend. He was the epitome of a real gentlemen. He loved GOD, FAMILY, CHURCH & FRIENDS! He never ceased to amaze me in his many abilities. His mannerism was never disrupted! He loved his wife, Becky with all his heart. They have been faithful, helpful and grateful to each other throughout their marriage. They actively and aggressively sought ever possible avenue of treatments during his 31 yrs of cancer – NEVER GAVE UP! His mindset was, “God will heal me”! God not only healed him He made him completely whole again! What a testimony! I will miss our birthday celebrations together – they were so enjoyable! OUR NEXT CELEBRATION WILL ONE OF AN ETERNAL NATURE – 🎶When we ALL GET TO HEAVEN – what a day of rejoicing that will be 🎶! Stay near the gates we are all coming soon! LOVE OUR HIRASAKIS – HENRY & BECKY! ♥️♥️
Jon, Ron and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. What a wonderful man and legacy he leaves behind. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Becky, and family, so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Becky and all,
Payers and much love. No words suffice.
May the Lord send his angels to comfort you all.
Kathryn Weldon