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FRED FUSHIMI Obituary
Fred Fushimi, 88, was born in Seattle on January 29, 1933, to Chikaji and Yukiko Fushimi. He passed away on June 18, 2021.
Fred proudly served in the Army, then earned a PhD from the University of Utah. He and Virginia, his loving wife of 63 years, moved from Salt Lake City to Dayton to begin working at Monsanto as a research chemist. He was an avid skier and was a longtime member of the Dayton Ski Club. He loved to race and won several NASTAR National championships. He was a pilot and loved to travel with his family visiting National Parks & enjoying nature. Fred enjoyed hiking and fishing in the mountains, rock climbing, backpacking, golf, and tennis. He also had an artistic side and loved to paint, cook, and recount amazingly detailed stories. He was admired for the energy and passion by which he pursued life. Most of all, the time spent with his family meant everything to him.
Fred is preceded in death by his brothers Herbie and Carl and grandson Ryan Brill. He is survived by his wife Virginia; daughters Teri Fushimi Brill, Cindy Fushimi (Tom Karns), Laura Cook (Philip), Audrey Ping (William); grandchildren Saundra Brill, Selena & Celeste Fushimi-Karns, T.J. Karns, Abbey Ball, Amelia & Kianna Cook, and Jessica & Aaron Ping; great-grandchildren Gavin & Logan Brill, and Knox Karns.
To honor his wishes, he will be cremated without funeral services.
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Walter Hunt
June 29, 2021
I have many fond memories racing Fred during OVSC racing events. Rest in peace my friend. My sympathies to Virginia and the rest of Fred's family.
Richard J. DeSando
June 28, 2021
I offer my condolences to the Fushimi family. Fred
was a colleague of mine at Mound Lab for a number of years. He was a very capable scientist that showed in many aspects of his involvement
in a number of DOE programs. I enjoyed the many times we played golf, although our scores didn't reflect that. He was an excellent athlete and
was a good friend.
May Fred rest in peace.
Marti King and Doug Ross
June 28, 2021
Doug and I send our Condolences, Love and Prayers to Laura , Philip , Amelia, Kianna and Family.
Kris Scherer
June 27, 2021
I will forever remember him. He was supportive and providing encouragement on and off the slopes. He will be missed!
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