Keiko Onaga Barnes, age 84, of Killeen, Texas passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
Born in 1939, Keiko was the daughter of a Okinawan soldier who fought in the Battle of Okinawa against the communist Imperial Japanese Army.
Working as a bartender, she met Henry and they were inseparable for the next 61 years. Arriving in Texas she helped raise her two sons Henry Junior and Marcus and provided stability for her family. She was a devout Buddhist and a pioneer member of Soka Gakkai International.
She strongly believed in peace, kindness, and the power and importance of your intention when doing anything in life.
She is survived by her two sisters, Sachiko and Tomoko, sons Henry (Helen) and Marcus. She is preceded in death by her husband, Henry Sr.
Keiko-san we love you. Now you get to be with dad and watch over us.