Kyoko NIWATSUKINO

NIWATSUKINO, Kyoko (nee Kuramoto) Passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 13, 2021. Pre-deceased by her husband Hiroshi and infant daughter Keiko, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and their spouses. Kyoko will be sadly missed by her children; Cliff, Janis (Kipp), Yumi (Daryl), grandchildren; Sydney, Spencer and Rudy; sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Kyoko was born in Steveston, BC the youngest child to Jiro and Yoka. The family was relocated to Alberta, and after graduating high school (class of 5 students), she attained her teaching degree there and went on to teach elementary school for 3 years before moving back to BC. After leaving teaching, like many ladies in Steveston, she worked summers at BC Packers for 25 years where she met and maintained lifelong friends. She spent her spare time playing bingo, bowling, cross-stitch, crossword puzzles and going to the casino. She enjoyed her time babysitting the grandkids which allowed her to watch them grow up, learn new activities and keep her young at heart. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, favorite Aunt to many and good friend to all. She touched many lives and will be fondly remembered by all those who knew her. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Flowers and koden gratefully declined Funeral arrangements entrusted to Richmond Funeral Home. Richmond Funeral Home • (604) 273-3748