1923 — 2022

Frank died peacefully in his sleep in Kamloops, BC on March 19, 2022 at the age of 98.

Frank was born in Vancouver, BC on July 28, 1923 to Heitaro Nabata and Sue Yasuda.

Frank is survived by his dear wife, Sumiye (married 71 years) and his six grateful children Amy, Miyeko, Holly (Barry), Janet, Daniel (Colleen), Steven. He will be lovingly remembered by his 11 grandchildren Mara, Brenna, Jenna, Raelle, Jordan, Michael, Elyse, Alan, Taylor, Mitchell, Bryan.

He is also survived by his great grandchildren Leo, Alexander, and Lennon as well as extended family and friends.

Frank had diverse professions as a tree scaler, a farmer, and a respected businessman running Nabata Brothers Motors with his two brothers Nobby and Yosh.

He was a man who loved and valued his family and community.

He was very involved in establishing the Kamloops Judo Club and served as treasurer for the Kamloops Buddhist Temple.

Frank was an avid fisherman who loved steelhead fishing on the Thompson River, salmon fishing on Vancouver Island and freshwater lake fishing.

His athletic endeavours included tennis, golf, hockey, swimming and water skiing. In his latter years Frank enjoyed his daily walks.

Frank loved life, had a wanderlust spirit, enjoyed to travel and led by example. He loved singing karaoke with friends. Frank’s love of adventures, taking the family on camping trips and holidays filled many happy days for him. He will be dearly missed as he touched the hearts of all he met.

Frank’s family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to the Ponderosa staff for their care and compassion. They created a ‘family’ for him during the COVID years.

Our family appreciates your thoughts but requests no flowers, gifts or koden. If you wish, please make donations on behalf of Frank to the Kamloops Buddhist Temple.

Condolences may be sent to the family at Kamloops Funeral Home.

• Date : 2022-03-19
• Location : Kamloops