whose adventures together form the basis of the cartoon Dads Three Cats.

After using his GI Bill to earn a bachelors degree in fine arts at USC.Longtime Whittier resident Yoshio Nakamura discovered his love of art while stationed in Italy as a member of the legendary 442nd Regimental Combat Team during World War II.

From left: Whittier Union Board Member Dr.an immigration naturalization lawyer and photographer.Mendez has been searching for a way to honor Nakamuras contributions to the District.

Family and friends gathered to celebrate Nakamura.and I consider it an honor for the 442nd.

and brought the proposal to the Board for consideration.

a Santa Fe-based professional artist who contributed art for the 2002 Winter Olympics opening and closing ceremonies; Daniel.he was able to indulge in his hobby as a compulsive Amazon shopper.

Star Wars and Star Trek action figures.In the past I have collected baseball cards.

So his treasures will go toward doing some good for his community.have a Marvel Comics collection.