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Allyson Kumataka Obituary

Allyson Joy Kumataka

Resident of Sunnyvale

May 12, 1947-July 30, 2010

Allyson was born in Selma, CA, graduated from McLane High School in Fresno, and received her B.A. degree from California State University, Fresno. She moved to the Bay Area in 1977 and worked in various positions in the high-tech industry. She enjoyed the outdoors, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family.

Allyson is survived by her life partner, Ted Richardson; her mother, Tomiko Kumataka; her daughter, Kristen Suzuki; her sisters, Judy Gehman, Linda Kimura and Leslie Perez; and her brother, Galen Kumataka. She will be remembered by all who knew her for her vitality, perseverance and independent spirit.

A celebration of Allyson's life will be held on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2011 at 1 p.m. at the Willow Glen Funeral Home, 1039 Lincoln Avenue, San Jose.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Aug. 4, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Allyson Kumataka

44 Entries

Tom Connolly

August 31, 2024

McLane High School, fellow Highlander.

Emma Gray

February 7, 2024

Allyson,

I recently moved the Bev Doolittle print I bought from you to another place in my house. I thought of you and that’s why I’m here now.

I have very fond memories of our working together and your showing me how to make sushi one time at your place.

I miss you.

Carol

July 29, 2021

Allyson, I still think of you often and miss the fun times we had together. I cherish the items you gave me when you moved to Mountain View as they always remind me of you. I can't believe it's been 11 years since you passed away. I miss you.

Linda Rivera

July 29, 2020

Still missing you. You are at peace and hiking in heaven.

Tony Barrera

November 19, 2010

I knew Allyson for only a short time. I tried to help carry her down Whitney zone. She is an angel now watching over us. My sympathies go out to her family and close friends.

Barry Gray

September 9, 2010

I just heard today of Allyson's death and to say I'm shocked is an understatement. I worked with her at IDT, too. She taught me how to make California Rolls and to this day I think about her everytime I see one.

She was indeed an inspiration. So resilient, upbeat, and fun. I haven't seen her in a long time and am sad that I didn't.

My best wishes to all of her family and friends.

Christina O'Connell

August 11, 2010

Ted, you have our deepest sympathy. Our
thoughts and prayers are with you and
Allyson.

Pam O'Donnell

August 11, 2010

I was saddened to hear of Allyson's passing. Ted, I remember admiring the affection that Allyson and you showed each other during our brief TCP class breaks. My thoughts and prayers go out to Allyson and you, Ted.

Rebecca Luczyk

August 11, 2010

My deepest sympathy is extended to you, Ted, at the loss of your beloved Allyson. May your heart be comforted by the love you both shared as a couple, and with your circle of family and friends. May your guardian angel be with you during your times of sadness.

Michelle Davidson

August 10, 2010

Allyson was always filled with enthusiasm for nature and the outdoor life. She was kind and funny and always warm, even to people she didn't know well, as in my case.

Please know that we are keeping Allyson, her family and our sweet friend Ted in our prayers.

Cindy Brocious

August 10, 2010

I met Allyson Kumataka at Tohono Chul Park, Tucson, AZ. She was always cheerful and upbeat. She would occasionally pop into our docent training classes to rendezvous with Ted. She had volunteered in the prop house and possessed incredible information on the plants of the Sonoran Desert. Speaking on behalf of the Docent class of 2009, we grieve for Ted Richardson, a member of our class and Allyson’s significant other. Ted, we will keep you in our prayers and thoughts.

Pam Poco

August 10, 2010

Allyson was a kind, dear person who will be missed by many who knew her, if only briefly. She and her dear love Ted will be in our prayers.

Hiking up Mt. Whitney - July 2010

August 9, 2010

Hiking in Grand Canyon - 2009

August 9, 2010

Allyson & Judy rafting the Grand Canyon - 2008

August 9, 2010

Ted & Allyson at Luxor, Egypt - 2007

August 9, 2010

Allyson & Christine on Mykonos - 2002

August 9, 2010

Judy, Allyson, Tomi, Leslie, & Linda - 2009

August 9, 2010

Allyson & Ted - 2007

August 9, 2010

Allyson & Byrd - 2002

August 9, 2010

McLane HS Graduation - 1965

August 9, 2010

Allyson at nephew Paul's Wedding - 2009

August 9, 2010

Tom Faherty

August 9, 2010

I worked with Allyson at IDT for many years. She was a diligent, conscientous, lady who always kept the customers interests in mind. She was a great friend and could always lend a sympathetic ear. She will be missed by all.

Linda & Ricardo Rivera

August 8, 2010

I met Allyson when she began working at IDT. She was always strong through breast cancer and came out the winner and a stronger person. Through our mutual friend, Cindy, we spent some wonderful times together and shared the experience of being brides maids for Cindy’s wedding. Our friendship continued once she met Ted and we had some great evenings with them full of laughs and games. Once she returned to California, she organized groups – both family and friends – to come and enjoy music at our wine bar. What a supportive and lovely person she was and she will remain in my heart. She has been an inspiration to us all and she will be truly missed. Our prayers go out to Ted and her wonderful family. God bless.

Lynn & Dean Neitzke

August 7, 2010

We are very sad to hear of Allyson's passing. She was such a joy and we will miss her sweet personality and smiling face. Our prayers go out to Ted and Allyson's family.
Lynn & Dean Neitzke

Margaret Breen

August 7, 2010

Each encounter with Allyson was a joyful experience. We both remember the very first time and the last time we spent time with her and many other great times over the years when we were blessed to be able to share many great experiences with Allyson, on and off the golf course. There were times Golfing, walking along the ocean, sipping wine, enjoying meals in the SF Bay area, San Diego,Florida, Laguna Beach, Hawaii and when she and Ted would visit us in Pismo Beach. We will always remember her warm smile, big
heart and her joy of life. Our good friend has passed on to her next phase. She will be missed but will always have a place in our heart and memories.

Deep condolences to Ted, Kristen, Allyson's mother and the rest of her family.
Margaret Breen & Peter Needham

Judy (Ghan) McCarty

August 7, 2010

I knew Allyson in High school and graduated with her. What a great person.She was so nice in school and such a smart woman. I lost contact thru the years and had only recently in the last year or so regained that contact thru the email. I know she will be greatly missed

Scott & Kathy Parfrey

August 6, 2010

In the short time that we came to know Allyson in Marana, AZ we immediately recognized what an extraordinary person she was: energetic, ever smiling, and truly caring about people, creatures, plants and enjoying life. She is truly gone too soon.
Our sincere regrets and prayers go out to our dear friend, Ted, and the family.

Ruth Aliotti

August 6, 2010

I will truly miss Allyson, we worked together at IDT for many years, she hired me and taught me allot about the business. She also tried to teach me to golf, we had fun with that. Allyson was an inspiration to anyone that got to know her. She lived life full and well. My sincere sympathy to her daughter Kristen, Ted and her family

Keith & Terri Woodard

August 6, 2010

We were stunned to hear of Allyson's passing. Even though our contacts were few and far between, she was a good friend over all of these years with that ever present smile. Blessings and prayers to Ted, Kristin, and her family. May they find peace in the celebration of her life!

Carl and Jill Pacheco

August 6, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with Allyson's family and Ted. She was such a smart, kind and fun person. We will really miss her.

Phil Frierson

August 6, 2010

Allyson was my very good friend. We worked together, played together and once even vacationed together. I will miss her dearly. To the family, thank you for sharing this wonderful person with us, she has enriched my life and for that I'm grateful to have known her.

Liz Marks

August 6, 2010

Allyson was my close and dear friend for many years. I was always happy to hear her voice on the phone and I enjoyed all of the golf outings and trips we took. She was a loyal and steady friend, a great cook and travel planner. We had a lot of fun together. I miss her very much. My condolences to Ted,Kristen and her family and friends.

Joe Mollure

August 6, 2010

From the first day we shared a glass of wine, as we both moved into the Tucson houses, till the last time I saw Allyson at a dinner in San Juan Bautista, she was always special to me. We golfed together…….took long walks….laughed….had conversation about Ted….enjoyed each others conversation and always looked for ways to have fun. I will miss her very much. Her memory will be with me always and as the years pass on I will reflect on our times together……much to short. My deepest sympathy to Ted and her wonderful family.

Christine Souza Fuggetta

August 6, 2010

Allyson and her family are in my prayers.

Terri Miller

August 5, 2010

I too worked with Allyson at IDT, I can always remember she had a smile on her face, and such a soothing voice, and always nice things to say.

Laura Egley

August 5, 2010

Allyson was an inspration...when I met her I thought she was 50ish and then she told me that she was turning 63. I will miss her smiling face in my Spin class. My sincere condolences to all of her family and friends as we will all miss her.

Jim and Bonnie Barker

August 4, 2010

We want to express our condolences to Ted, her family and friends. She will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Armand & Carol Minnie

August 4, 2010

Allyson was a dear friend and we miss her so much. We will remember her as a strong, energetic, enthusiastic woman with a zest for life. She made our lives more fun and it will never be the same without her. Our sincere condolences to Ted, Kristin, her family, and her many, many friends. Rest in peace, Allyson.

Paul Schneider

August 4, 2010

Allyson was a warm hearted friend and quick to help out no matter what the situation. She loved the outdoors and hiking and my wife and I had many enjoyable experiences with her and Ted in the Arizona mountains. We'll miss her company and sweet smile greeting us as she walked down our street. Our condolences to Ted and her family.

Dona Dingethal

August 4, 2010

I worked with Allyson at IDT in Santa Clara, CA and remember the smile she wore just about every day at work. I am sad to hear that she's left us so soon.

Deb Steiner

August 4, 2010

Ally was a true inspiration to me, the way she lived her life without fear and such gusto. I will miss her and rely on my fond memories of our friendship.

My sincere condolences to Ted, Kristen, and Allys' family. God Bless you all.

August 4, 2010

Hello, I only new Allyson for a sort time through business but enjoyed our times at Pebble Beach Golfing and at TJ Rodgers drinking his wine. She was a wonderful person with a special heart. She will be missed.
John Wickham

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