Albert Yukio Kawamoto, faithful servant of our Lord Jesus Christ, went to spend eternity with Him in Heaven in his 88th earthly year. The Lord called Al home in the early morning hours of June 24, 2020 as he slept peacefully at home. Al was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. He graduated from the University of Hawaii with a degree in business and spent 29 years with IBM, taking early retirement in the late 1980’s. He married the love of his life and his partner in service to God, Kathleen Kawamoto, on August 22, 1964. Together they touched many lives as they served in leadership positions in their church, mentored individuals and couples, and lead marriage enrichment conferences and seminars as far away as Hawaii and Russia. As an Executive Consultant for IBM the Lord put him before corporate presidents and CEOs, governors, generals, admirals and more as he not only gave them solutions to their problems from the Bible but also testified about his faith in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. Al also served for many years on the Executive Boards of the North American Mission Board and Southern Baptists of Texas Convention. He is survived by his loving wife of over 55 years, Kathleen; son Deron Kawamoto; daughters Janine Wong and Hope Song and their spouses ChenWai Wong and Zachary Lewis; and grandchildren Benjamin, Luke (wife Emma), Jacob, Ethan, Malia, Aiyana, Kaya and Wolf, and great granddaughter Arrow. Celebration Service will be held at Rush Creek Church – Arlington Park Campus on Monday, July 13 at 6:00 p.m. CST, 5510 Matlock Road, Arlington, TX 76018. Masks required. Service will also be broadcast on Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/rushcreekap/
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Truly a man of God I believe Al is one of the people put in my life to draw me to Him,thanks brother Al
Carl, Al would probably say it was his pleasure and privilege to be a part of your life and that you should continue to fight the good fight of faith.
He was a spiritual giant now at home in Glory! Praying for you all!
Our condolences and prayers for you and your family, Janine and Chen!
-Ken, Amy, Logan, and Trevor
Al was an amazing man of great faith and a huge heart ready to serve God and others. He will be terribly missed, but we will rejoice that one fine day when we meet again in the presence of Christ❤
Praying for you, Kathleen, and all the family, as you learn to live without this well- loved man.
Brother AL was truly a man of God , His work on earth has touched many including me. May his soul Rest In Peace amen.
We were so sad to hear the loss of a beautiful man of faith! But we all know, not a loss at all… I long for the day myself. Clint and I are so grateful for your legacy and love shown to us. I still tell many stories about you two in my counseling. We will never forget how you used your lives to show us Christ and see change in us. We love you both!
Heather and I were sadly burden by hearing of Al’s call from God to come home but we know He is with our Lord and Savior Jesus. He will be missed here on earth but we look forward to seeing him in Glory.
Kawamoto Family,
What a beautiful account of the God-honoring life your husband / dad / grandfather had.
We are so sorry for your sadness & this huge loss in your lives.
Love always,
Janice & Cathy Graham
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. A wonderful servant who impacted us greatly.
May the Lord grant comfort and strength as you continue to walk with Him.
Unique and inspirational. Always left me wanting to be a better man.
Mike and I are sad to hear about Al’s passing. Al was truly a man of God! He was filled with so much wisdom. Al will be dearly missed!!
As I think of Al, I remember his wise teaching, Al was a warrior for God’s Word and spoke unapologetically for the truth. Yet he had a humble spirit and a servants heart. Privileged to call him friend for over 40 years. Yet, I know with all assurances that the words Al heard went entering our Lords heaven was, “well done my good and faithful servant.”
I am praying for peace for your dear family and blessed assurance that all will be together again in joy. I love you!
What an amazing man of God that left an incredible legacy! May the Lord comfort you in the days to come.
He was such a great son of Jesus, who followed the Jesus Christ all through his earthly life and acted as such good a husband, a father, a manager, a mentor as well as a good friend! He and his great family impressed us so much, which necessarily enriched our memories in Arlington!
In life and in death, Al exemplified a life of faithfulness and dedication to Christ. He was a man full of wisdom from the Lord. He and Kathleen were inspirations for how we are raising our family. They modeled what they advice.d us. They lived it, so we followed suit. His physical presence will be terribly missed.
We are praying for the Kawamoto family.
Al, you have served well. May you rest in Heavenly peace. Love to all family! Thanks Kathleen for becoming part of my life and your support.
Al’s was a life well-lived. With equal measures of love and service, he exemplified the Lord’s gifts for us all. Through Kathleen and his children and grandchildren, he leaves us a legacy of kindness, humility, and service. He will be missed, but not forgotten.
Thank you Al for sharing your heart and the love of the LORD with our family!! You will be missed!! Your words of wisdom will remain always!! I love you all!! ♥️
As a young Christian in 1973 at Olivet Baptist Church in Honolulu, the Kawamoto’s were instrumental in setting my feet on the right path. He leaves behind generations of individuals touched, taught and strengthened by his guidance. I can imagine Jesus saying, “well done, my good and faithful servant.” Aloha to Kathleen and family.
Al, you served humanity in all facets of life, the military, the business world and more importantly a service to God Almighty sharing your teaching gift and counseling to a lot of friends at Arlington Park Baptist Church now Rush Creek. Ade and myself will never forget your leadership in Wednesday prayer meetings teaching and admonishing our group in Gods word.
I believe you are seated at the right hand of the father singing with the saints, “ Hosanna! Hosanna! Hosanna! to the one who comes in the name of the Lord.
Goodnight Al!!!
Albert and I have been friends for many years, even before Hawaii became a state. We met each other at Olivet Baptist Church in Honolulu in 1956 shortly after I had arrived in Hawaii following graduation from Baylor University to teach at the Hawaii Baptist Academy. Albert accepted me as a fresh young “haole” who had a lot to learn. He took me to his home, took me places, explained Hawaiian ways and included me in invitations for lunch. He, through example, taught me how to show respect for your elders and how to take loving care of your parents. Our friendship blossomed through the years. Later we both found our wives in Hawaii. I first met a Baylor graduate who had also come to Hawaii to teach in the public schools and help in the Baptist work. After some courting years, we were married in Nancy’s church in Wahiawa. A few years later Albert showed up at Olivet church with a beautiful Christian girl named Kathleen who shortly later became his bride. I fortunately had the honor of serving as the Master of Ceremonies for their wedding reception in Waikiki. We continued to be friends for years to come as we added children, and as both families moved to California.
Later when Albert and Kathleen moved to Texas, it was interesting to see them adjusting to the Texas ways, as we had in Hawaii. They have continued to share their lives and love of Christ in many ways and with many people.
I thank God for Albert’s friendship and early witness in my life.
Aloha, Albert. Until we meet again.
Gene Anderson, San Luis Obispo, CA
Carl, Al would probably say it was his pleasure and privilege to be a part of your life and that you should continue to fight the good fight of faith.
He created a beautiful family. Rest in peace.
Kathleen and family,
Our deepest condolences at the loss of Al. We know he is now in a better place with all of our family members. Your tears of sorrow will be replaced with tears of joy for all the fond memories you shared.
Love, Allen, Diane & family
Al was a great man of God. We will miss your leadership and Faith.
I met the kawamoto’s in 1967 at the Olivet Baptist Church in Honolulu. The impact they had on my life is immeasurable. My heart is saddened to hear of Al’s passing. God bless his memory and comfort Kathleen and the family.
Bryant Mixon (Jim)
Ozark, Alabama.