Linda Okuma Obituary

Linda (Koyama) OKUMA Born Linda Kazumi Koyama on March 25, 1946, in Seattle. Died April 16, 2011, in Seattle. Survived by her husband Tony, brother Richard Koyama (wife Edna) of Portland, Ore.; brother Francis Koyama (wife Elaine) of Los Angeles; sister Tina Koyama (husband Greg Mullin) of Seattle; nephew and nieces Jason, Kristen and Alix Koyama. Preceded in death by her parents, George and Miyoko Koyama. An avid Mariners fan and lifelong Seattle resident, Linda graduated from Garfield High School in 1964.She and Tony Okuma (owner of 7th Avenue Auto Rebuild), her husband of nearly 40 years, shared a home in the Beacon Hill neighborhood. She was a devoted daughter who spent many hours visiting each of her parents during their stays at Seattle Keiro nursing home at the end of their lives. Linda will be missed for her gentle kindness and thoughtfulness. A memorial service will be held April 30 at 3:00 p.m., at Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple. Remembrances may be sent to Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple or Seattle Keiro.

Published by The Seattle Times from Apr. 22 to Apr. 28, 2011.
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To the family: Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I have found comfort from reflecting on what is written at John 5:28,29. I sincerely hope this thought will bring a measure of comfort and hope to your family.

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