Obituary of Yoshiko Mary (Yo) Harada

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear sister, Yo (Mary) Harada (nee Nagasuye).  After many challenging years suffering with dementia, Yo died peacefully in her home on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at the age of 95.  Predeceased by her husband, Bus, and daughter, Beverly, Yo is survived by her grandson, Chris Hoganson, and her brothers, Dave Nagasuye and Joe (Ruby) Nagasuye.  The family wishes to thank Momiji Seniors Residence, a true sanctuary for the Japanese Canadian community, for accommodating Yo during the final years of her life.  Deepest gratitude and sincere appreciation to all the staff at Momiji, Dr. Mark DeSousa and to Yo’s team of personal support workers, Ellen Bautista, Evelyn Tampan, Vivien Laurencio and Marites (Tess) Prado.  These four kind, good natured and dedicated individuals became Yo’s true family, and we thank them for their many years of loving and compassionate care and friendship.  Visitation on Sunday, July 8^th at the Humphrey Funeral Home A.W. Miles – Newbigging Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Davisville Avenue) beginning at 10:00 a.m.  Service follows promptly at 10:30 a.m.  In lieu of flowers or koden, memorial donations to Momiji Health Care Society would be appreciated.  Condolences, photographs and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymilesnewbigging.com.