Hatsue Shimizu Reams

Patty and Christie, Hatsue was a very warm and beautiful woman. Such a great mom to you and grandmother to your children. May your many memories of wonderful times spent with your mom be with you now and be passed down through generations.

Christy? So sorry to hear about your mom on Facebook. I didn´t know her terribly well but I do know she had me laughing quite a bit. I love you & I miss you If you need anything, please let me know. I´ve walked the same journey as you are now & I know it´s not easy but With love!! Cindy, Carly, Cody & Colton

Patty and Christy, so sorry for the loss of your mother. I remember her like it was yesterday when we were kids.She was always so kind to us all. Prayers for you and your family.Sandy Horn

Patty: So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I enjoyed being with her at our Pru events & enjoyed the delicious food you learned to make through her direction. I pray for your peace. She will be around you as you will feel her love for you. Nancy George

Patty and Christy, I´m so sorry to hear about your mother. She was a wonderful woman and my entire family loved her. May your memories of her give all your family comfort Sarah Kaup

When Hatsue first came to America, she was a hesitant speaker of English and solidly a product of Japanese culture. My whole family tried to learn from her. She was well-dressed, a little shy, and she covered her mouth whenever she giggled. We learned from her to count in Japanese, to sing the cherry blossom song "Sakura," and how to eat the lovely foods she cooked, gyosa, tempura, and "chou han." In our naivete, we shared rice pudding and Southern sweet tea, and pronounced her name as though...