This online memorial on GatheringUs was created to celebrate the life of Chad Miyamoto, also known by his students as Mr. Miyamoto. Collecting your stories and memories here will offer great comfort to his family and friends. Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial.
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"A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops." ~ Henry Adams
Prayers to the Miyamoto family. Our son Connor was a student of Mr. Miyamoto at Soto Academy. We will always remember his hard work and dedication to all his students!
Mr. Miyamoto taught both our Son (Nathan) and Daughter (Allison) at Soto Academy. He was a wonderful teacher --- patient, kind, motivating. He truly cared for all of his students and coached them to succeed not just in school, but in life. Mr.... moreMr. Miyamoto taught both our Son (Nathan) and Daughter (Allison) at Soto Academy. He was a wonderful teacher --- patient, kind, motivating. He truly cared for all of his students and coached them to succeed not just in school, but in life. Mr. Miyamato's teaching will be carried in all of the students he mentored. Our love and prayers to the Miyamoto Ohana. (Nelwyn, Eric, Nathan and Allison Yee) less
My daughter, Karlee (17) and Kellen Rey (19) were students of Mr. Miyamoto at Soto from K-7th grade. My daughter is now a Jr at MPI, and son just graduated (MPI class 2020). Mr. Miyamoto's teachings and influences on them both regarding health, fitness... moreMy daughter, Karlee (17) and Kellen Rey (19) were students of Mr. Miyamoto at Soto from K-7th grade. My daughter is now a Jr at MPI, and son just graduated (MPI class 2020). Mr. Miyamoto's teachings and influences on them both regarding health, fitness and life in general were tremendous, and a huge part of who they are today. My son, Kellen, had last seen Mr. Miyamoto in 2015. Fast forward 5-yrs and they both met-up again at the Roosevelt High School track field, as Mr. Miyamoto agreed to coach and train Kellen during the 2019-2020 off-season for track. 98% of the time it was just he and Kellen, and they would talk for hours on end. Kellen learned so much from Mr. Miyamoto far beyond running technique, and took away a perspective of life, on learning, on attitude, on generosity. I can assure you Kellen will continue to carry-on and share Mr. Miyamoto's life lessons and boundless spirit. Our deepest to the Miyamoto family on the loss of an amazing person and mentor to many. The Tanaka Family less
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Miyamoto family. This is such an incredible loss for Soto Academy and all of Mr. Miyamoto’s students. His warm smile and beautiful spirit will be greatly missed and forever remembered.
Our daughter learned so much from Mr. Miyamoto. He was enthusiastic and supportive, and his persona always shone and motivated all of us. She was lucky and blessed to have Mr. Miyamoto as her teacher. Our lives are better for knowing him.
With our... moreOur daughter learned so much from Mr. Miyamoto. He was enthusiastic and supportive, and his persona always shone and motivated all of us. She was lucky and blessed to have Mr. Miyamoto as her teacher. Our lives are better for knowing him.
With our deepest sympathy,
Kapiolani, Chip and Aya Davey less
We are deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Miyamoto's passing. We will always remember his energy, positive spirit and kindness. May the Lord hold his family in His Light and comfort during this difficult time. Thank you, Mr. Miyamoto...from Alison and... moreWe are deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Miyamoto's passing. We will always remember his energy, positive spirit and kindness. May the Lord hold his family in His Light and comfort during this difficult time. Thank you, Mr. Miyamoto...from Alison and Matthew Okamura less
Chad's energy radiated from him. He made people smile, made people think, and challenged people to be better. I deeply appreciate the time I spent working with him. May he rest in peace. To Chad's family, I pray for comfort and encouragement. Please know... moreChad's energy radiated from him. He made people smile, made people think, and challenged people to be better. I deeply appreciate the time I spent working with him. May he rest in peace. To Chad's family, I pray for comfort and encouragement. Please know that your son and brother made a difference, and he will be missed. less
Please rest in peace. I will miss you and the classes you make so fun. it was a fun 5 years of P.E. and heath class. I really like the way you teach health class. We got to watch videos, played games, and asked a lot of questions. You... moreDear Mr. Miyamoto
Please rest in peace. I will miss you and the classes you make so fun. it was a fun 5 years of P.E. and heath class. I really like the way you teach health class. We got to watch videos, played games, and asked a lot of questions. You made our class fun. Hope you are teaching other kids P.E. in heaven. We are all sad for you. :(
Mr. Miyamoto was always so positive and encouraging. Our son, Ryan, is not sporty so I worried that he'd have a hard time in PE. Mr. Miyamoto assured me that Ryan was doing fine. That at least he was trying and having fun, which was more important. Mr.... moreMr. Miyamoto was always so positive and encouraging. Our son, Ryan, is not sporty so I worried that he'd have a hard time in PE. Mr. Miyamoto assured me that Ryan was doing fine. That at least he was trying and having fun, which was more important. Mr. Miyamoto was taken from us far too early, but his uplifting positive spirit will carry forward in all the students who were lucky enough to have been under his tutelage. May he rest in peace. less
Deepest condolences from our family to the Miyamoto family. Our daughter Emma Lee performed the traditional bows for prayers at the spot where he usually stood and taught from at school campus today , we will never forget him....
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Miyamoto family. May you find comfort in knowing that he was a wonderful teacher & his spirit lives on through the students he taught! With love and prayer~Lilly D & family 💕