Marshall Kozo Hattori Obituary

December 27, 2021

Daryl Mutton wrote a sympathy message

“I knew Marshall at UCSB from 1993-94; he was a teaching assistant and I was his student. He was a kind and generous man, and even though I was only 19 and he maybe 27, he had so much wisdom beyond his years. I don't know what inspired me to look him up today, but my mind drifted to my days at UCSB and I was thinking of the professors and graduate students who were especially friendly and helpful. Marshall made such an impact that I clearly remembered him 27 years later. My condolences.”

March 7, 2021

Ken Weisner wrote a sympathy message

“Marshall was a luminous colleague at De Anza. He was an innovator and energizer. He had his students making films long before that was the norm. He wanted to empower students, and he did. I wish there had been more time at De Anza to learn from him. I thank him for his spirit and life.”

March 6, 2021

Gloria Heistein wrote a sympathy message

“I knew Marshall as a talented and warm hearted colleague at De Anza college. His passing is a tragic loss. Heartfelt condolences. May his memory be a blessing.”

March 6, 2021

Christine Chai wrote a sympathy message

“I too was a colleague of Marshall's at De Anza College. I will always remember his generous spirit, his acerbic wit, his enthusiasm for teaching, his devotion to his boys, and above all his effervescent, positive and contagious energy. My thoughts, condolences and heart are with your family. Rest now and be at peace, my friend.”

March 6, 2021

Kristin Skager wrote a sympathy message

“Marshall and I were colleagues together at De Anza college. His office was right down the hallway from me. He made an impact on my teaching, and I remember his lessons today about the need for Asian American representation in the American film industry and about gender stereotypes. Thank you Marshall for your teaching and contributions to others. I'm so sorry to your loved ones.”