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Peter Fukuyama Obituary
Peter Alan Fukuyama, born November 10, 1952, died suddenly on Monday, January 6, 2014.
Peter was preceded in death by his parents, Reverend Tom and Betty (Adkins) Fukuyama, wife Bonnie (Pierce) Fukuyama (mother of Emily and Graham), and is survived by beloved wife Shannon and children Robin, Tom, Emily, Graham, Kai, and Abi, and stepchildren David Boff, Kaitlyn (Boff) Pierce, and Alex Schram. Peter is also survived by 7 grandchildren, and by siblings David, Mary, James and Tim Fukuyama.
Peter graduated from Lakes High School and Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, WA. He worked in manufacturing engineering in diverse industries ranging from earth moving equipment to medical scopes to plastics, and most recently worked at Eimo Technologies in Vicksburg, MI. As diverse were the industries in which Peter worked, so were his personal interests and talents --family man, guitar player, Outer Banks vacationer, watch collector, car enthusiast, world-class hugger - these are only a few of the ways he will be remembered. He was very proud of his Japanese-American heritage and of his children.
Honoring his wishes, he gave the Gift of Life as an organ donor; the family will hold a private celebration of his life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations for Peter's children's education may be made to The Peter Fukuyama Memorial Fund at Chemical Bank, 290 Columbia Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49015-4409.
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Memories and Condolences
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Colleen Boyd
January 15, 2014
Such a shock! My sincere condolences Shannon. I know you are just devastated. May peace and comfort surround you and your Children.
Njihia Nyutu
January 14, 2014
Peace to you Mary and your family at this time.
January 14, 2014
Mary sorry to hear of yours brothers death...Ron and Mary
david dean
January 14, 2014
Very sorry to hear of your brother's death, Mary. Positive love energy wings its way to you and yours.
Beside still waters . . .
Joyce Orr
January 13, 2014
Blessings of peace to you, Jackie, & all your family, Mary.
January 13, 2014
So sorry to hear of Peter's passing. He had so much exuberance and determination. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family duing this time.
Kat Zigmont
January 13, 2014
My thoughts and love are with all of those who loved Peter and will miss him inmeasurably. Solice lies in the realization that he lives on in all of those individual hearts who will never forget how her touched their lives. Much love to all.
Fabiola Del Castillo
January 13, 2014
I am sorry to hear the news. I send my love to Mary and all her family.
Karen Kucinski
January 13, 2014
My heartfelt condolences to all the Fukuyamas, Boffs, Pierces, Schrams and my little Kucinskis. No doubt, Peter left us all too soon. Let's be sure to keep his memory alive, especially for his children and grandchildren.
I will never forget going out for dinner in the Outer Banks and hearing the host call out, "Fukuyama, party of eleven." It's not often that you get to be part of such a big family. Thank you, Peter, for those you leave behind. I will do my best to keep your memory alive for your grandsons.
Woody Blue
January 13, 2014
May his spirit be light and joyful. Earthly burdens laid down peacefully.
Sally Kimberly
January 13, 2014
Very sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts are with Mary and her family.
Peggy Herrick
January 13, 2014
I am thinking about you p, Mary. I send my love and condolences.
Mary Fukuyama
January 12, 2014
As Peter's older (and only) sister, it is particularly difficult to accept that he has passed so suddenly. I will remember his warmth and smile and calling me "sis" all these years. Miss ya Pete!
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