Melvin Mitsuaki Mayeda passed away December 8, 2024 at the age of 95. He was born in Hilo, Hawaii on October 1, 2029 and was a longtime resident of Torrance, California. He is survived by his wife, Christine Mayeda, son David Mayeda, his daughter Janis Mayeda-Urabe, grandchildren Kate and Max Mayeda, and Kristin, Ty, and Nicholas Urabe.