Emiko Poot Obituary
Emiko Nishitani Poot, 94, passed away January 13, 2025, at her residence in Casper surrounded by her loving family.
She was born May 7, 1930, in Kokura, Japan to Mr. and Mrs. Nishitani. Emiko was a business owner and renowned dress maker/fashion designer and a retailer of high end fabrics in Shreveport, LA and Ft. Worth, TX. She was also a devoted mother and grandmother who loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought her much joy.
Survivors include her son, Perry (& Wanda) Poot; grandson, Jason (& Carla) Poot; granddaughter, Jennifer Sjolin; and great-grandchildren, Isaiah Poot, Matthias Poot, Eliana Poot, Logan Sjolin, and Seth Sjolin.
She was preceded in death by a son, Mark Poot; ex-husband and friend, Christian Poot; her parents; two brothers; and two sisters.
The family will hold a private service at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Emiko’s memory to Central WY Hospice & Transitions, 319 S. Wilson St. Casper, WY 82601 or online at https://cwhp.networkforgood.com/.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
600 CY Avenue, Casper, WY 82601
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