Nakaharas familyannounced the newson the Facebook page for an art studio they shared.
We talked or saw each other every day.
We laughed and giggled and always had the best time together.
Credit: Everett Collection
She was so genuinely funny and kind and people were drawn to her.
I still want to be her when I grow up.
She passed on 2/16.
We are all devastated and will miss her more than can be known.
She was born in 1947 in Oahu, Hawaii.
Eventually, she relocated to Los Angeles with her husband David Wallett.
Nakahara was one of the few cast members to appear in every episode of the 11-year series.
She also was commissioned to paint a Christmas ornament for the Official White House Christmas Tree in 2008.
