KENTON N. TAKATA

Kenton Nobuo Takata, 46, of Brooksville, Kentucky, entered into eternal rest on August 28, 2026, at the UK Chandler Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky.

 

He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, on December 29, 1979, to his parents, the late Gene Katsuki and Sharon Sanae (née Minamoto) Takata. A plumber by trade, Kenton enjoyed working with his brother Kyle in various projects throughout Bracken and surrounding counties. His nieces and nephews brought much joy and excitement to his life and he loved them dearly. He was a member of St. James Catholic Church in Brooksville and the Knights of Columbus.

 

Surviving him are his beloved family, his brother and sister-in-law, Kyle Katsuo and Melissa (née Kern) Takata, and his nieces and nephews, Sanae Avery Takata, Tyler Steven Takata, Ren Edward Takata, and Reiko Elizabeth Takata. He also leaves behind a very special person in his life, Hester Kern; and several cousins throughout the country.

 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his very dear friend, Robert Kern.

 

Kenton’s family would like to express their gratitude to the many folks that generously helped them through the years. Many provided rides, meals, and lodging in Lexington. Their generosity will never be forgotten.

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A Funeral Mass will be offered at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at St. James Church in Brooksville by Reverend Joseph Shelton.

 

Visitation will also be on Saturday at the church from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

 

Memorials are suggested in the form of Mass intentions in care of St. James Church, 122 Garrett Avenue, Brooksville, Kentucky 41004, donations to St. James Church, or to Bracken County Cancer Support, PO Box 417, Brooksville, Kentucky 41004.

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