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2017

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Barbara Mizushima Obituary

Mizushima, Barbara Kyoko, nee Nishimura, 85, beloved wife of the late Raymond B. Mizushima. Loving mother of Cheryl (Dominic Puleo), Craig (Nina) and Marcia (Frank) Shuminas; cherished grandmother of Lauren (George), Eiko Elise, Steven, Kristin, Ezra and Eli; great-grandmother to Isabel; beloved sister to Ellen Jane (the late Koichi) Murakami and Andrew (Aileen) Nishimura. Memorial visitation Tuesday, from 4pm-7pm with memorial service to follow at 7pm at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60625. Services in Hawaii to follow at a later time. Info 773-561-6874 or visit www.drakeandsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jul. 19 to Jul. 24, 2017.

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Kathy Funamura

July 24, 2017

Craig, Marcia, Cheryl and the Mizushima family. Our deepest sympathies to you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Beautiful pictures and video.
Kathy Funamura and family.

KELLEY

July 24, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

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Marlys Yoshimura

July 19, 2017

To Cheryl, Craig, Marcia and families:
Our deepest condolences for your loss. We have nothing but the fondest memories of Barbara. All the stories of her childhood and Ohana in Honolulu were especially memorable. She will be missed.
Love,
June, Terry & Marlys Yoshimura

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