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Yuriko Kumasaka Obituary
Our beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully in the loving presence of her family on September 13th. Yuri was born to Matahei and Sadaye Kawaguchi on February 25, 1924. Preceded in death by husband Dr. George Kumasaka and brother Dr. Masayuki Kawaguchi (Yoshiko) Tokyo, Japan.
Survived by brother, Dr. Paul Kawaguchi (Miyoko) Seattle; sons Dr. Andrew Kumasaka (Carmen) Soquel, CA, David Kumasaka (Lydia) Kaneohe, HI, Paul Kumasaka, Santa Monica, CA; daughters, Kris Kawakami (Rod) Seattle and Georgene Murashige (Bob) Renton; ten grandchildren, Mariko (Ted), Mika, Lauren, Daniel, Audrey, Anthony, Alexis, Jordan, Chase and Noelle. There will be a celebration of her life at Japanese Presbyterian Church on Saturday, September 22nd at 2:00pm. Casual attire. Thank you to Dr. William Shaul and Dr. Peter Chuang at Group Health Cooperative and to the staff at Kline Galland for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Japanese Presbyterian Church 1801 24th So. Seattle 98144 and Kokorai c/o Nikkei Concerns 1601 E. Yesler Way Seattle 98122.
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Paul Kageyama
September 22, 2012
I will alway remember her for her social leadership during my childhood. She opened her home to many and provided fellowship to all. She will be missed.
I thank her for all that she has done.
Dean & Frances Kashino
September 19, 2012
Your mother and grandmother was such a warm and caring person. She made everyone feel welcome in her home. We became part of her family and she became part of ours. We are so sorry that we cannot make it up for the celebration of her life. Our thoughts are with your entire family. She will always be a great role model for all of us. Love, Frances, Dean, Sean, and Stephanie.
Sokha Hay
September 17, 2012
For years I had heard so many wonderful things about Grandma Yuri and I feel so blessed that I finally had an opportunity to meet her a few weeks ago. I found her to be so sweet, loving and inquisitive. What a wonderful family and legacy she is leaving behind. My condolences.
Jay Taylor
September 17, 2012
Kumasaka Family,
Sending our condolences for the loss of Yuri. I am blessed to have known such a kind and loving person. May the Lord comfort you during this time of mourning and we will always remember her.
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September 16, 2012
Dear Kumasaka Families,
So sorry to learn about your mother, grandmother, aunt, sister's passing. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. She was always such a positive person. Thank you for sharing her with us. I'm so blessed to have known her and cherish my memories with her!
Tony Volchok
September 15, 2012
Dear Family,
Your mom was always a great place to stop and visit, to hear what was going on with the family. I knew your mom almost my whole life and always felt welcomed when stopping by. I will always remember her as a kind person. I know that she is happy up there with your dad and im so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to all of you.
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