Stephanie Kuniko Kawaoka, daughter of the late Noriharu Kawaoka and Rose Masui Kawaoka, was born February 21, 1953 in Lodi, California.  She departed this life March 17, 2025 in Mountain Home, Arkansas at the age of 72. Stephie spent her life as a loving daughter, wife, mother, homemaker and friend.  Most of her working years were spent in California where she owned a thriving massage therapy business. At one time, Stephie  was a Womens Professional Pool Player ranked in the top ten in the world playing with one of a kind custom bespoke Szamboti cues.

She is survived by her husband and soulmate of 30 years:  Michael Kawaoka and son:  Beau Noriharu Kawaoka both of Jordan and a host of many good friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.

No public memorial service is planned at this time.

Cremation arrangements by Eddie's Family Funeral Home in Calico Rock.