Kevin

Kevin "Coach Nish" Nishihara

1968 - 2020

  • 51 years old
  • Date of birth:  March 23rd, 1968
  • Place of birth:  San Jose, California, United States
  • Date of passing:  February 18th, 2020
  • Place of passing:  San Jose, California, United States

This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Kevin Nishihara.

Kevin T. Nishihara was born on March 23rd, 1968 in San Jose, California, and found peace on February 18th, 2020 in San Jose, CA at the age of 51.

Kevin was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, friend, mentor and coach to so many. Kevin had a bigger than life heart and an infectious smile. Even as he faced health issues, he was always willing to listen and offer advice or help others when needed. We are all a little better for knowing him, he left the world better than it was.

Kevin attended Oak Grove High School, where his love of football started, he continued playing on at San Jose City College, and Cal State University of Hayward thereafter. He was the Athletic Operations Tech., Defensive Line Coach, and Recruiting Coordinator for San Jose City College for many years.

Kevin is survived by his wife Jeana, daughter Clarissa (Jose), grandson Aydin, granddaughter Sophia, father Warren, mother Amy (Mike), and brother Michael (Heather).

We would like to thank everyone for all their love, support, and prayers. We also want to thank Kaiser for the outstanding care he received throughout the years.

Kevin was taken too quickly from this world and will be greatly missed, but will never be forgotten.

Kevin’s memorial will be held on March 14th at Cryy Out Christian Fellowship in San Jose, CA starting at 1:00 PM. Reception to follow.


Cryy Out Christian Fellowship Address: 20 Great Oaks Blvd #100, San Jose, CA 95119

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Candle lit  by Clarissa Reilly on March 5th, 2020

Hello everyone,

Thank you for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support during this difficult time. We appreciate you all beyond words.

Clarissa

Candle lit  by Sara Calkins  on March 8th, 2020

For Jeana -
I was so sad to come across Kevin's obit (great photo that you chose). Heartfelt condolences from me and from your Rotary Club of San Jose East/Evergreen family.

Candle lit  by Marlene Backes on March 9th, 2020

It sadness me that Kev is gone. He was a one of kind soul with an incredible zest for life especially when it came to football & family. He always seemed happy to be alive. He was a man happy with simple pleasures: a day at the beach, time spent with his family, kisses from his wife, hugs from his grandson and he just loved his football boys & the game! Sorry for your loss.

Candle lit  by Gina  on March 12th, 2020

Kevin made alot of acquaintances and friends but most importantly to acknowledge God and Jesus as His Saviour and healer... get acquainted with both so you can experience all that both have for you...eternal life and love with Hashem ,Kevin has now....honest scales belong to Father only, Pure and relational is a key...to all Nishihara's chalome  especially the parents of Kevin,God knows

Candle lit  by Lamar De Rego  on May 25th, 2020

Aloha Coach Nish!!! I had no idea of your passing. God blessings over your family. I’ll always remember the good times we had at SJCC!! Thanks for always looking out for me and helping me in any way you could.

Until we meet again Coach!! ALOHA!!!

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