In memory of

Helen Yasuko Shimoda (nee Kumamoto)

November 6, 1914 - May 8, 2017

Passed away in her sleep on May 8, 2017 in her home at Momiji Seniors Residence in her 103rd year. Born in Vancouver, married to the late Henry Masakazu, much loved mother of Nancy (Ted Moritsugu), Leonard (Mary), Irene (Andrew Attfield) & Joyce (the late Glenn Moore). Treasured Bachan of Steve, Sue & Will, Lynne & Jeff, Donna & Kirk, James & Christie, David & Vikki, Jen & Brian and Matthew & Julia. Obachan of Sarah, Nicole, Jonah, Madeline, Nicholas, Claire, Cameron & Willa. Her beautiful smile will be missed by everyone. The family appreciates the compassion and care provided by the Momiji staff, her private caregivers, especially Marisol and Dr. Lall.

Memorial donations to the Momiji Health Care Society, the Toronto Buddhist Church or the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre would be appreciated in lieu of koden or flowers.

Guestbook

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Joan & George Reynolds (Friend of her daughter Nancy and son-in-law Ted)

Entered May 9, 2017 from Thornhill ON

She left a beautiful legacy of love and good will. She was loved by her large family and all that knew her. She will be missed.

Marion Smart (Jeff's Mom and Grandma to Nicole and Jonah)

Entered May 10, 2017 from Edmonton, Alberta

My sincere condolences to all. This lovely lady will be sadly missed.

Eunice Ryan (Family Association!)

Entered May 10, 2017 from Heart's Delight, NL

Len, Shimmy and family, please accept my deepest condolences in the passing of your Mother and Grandmother!! She lived a wonderful life, for sure!!
Eunice

Linda Oikawa (nee Keilhauer)

Entered May 10, 2017 from Toronto

To Joyce and family,
Our most heart felt condolences on your loss.
She will be missed at our family dinners and we are thinking of you at this sad time.
Linda, Kimiko, Brian, Ocean, Kris and Ale

David &Kathy Cole (Father of Vikki Shimoda)

Entered May 11, 2017 from St. John's NL

Glad to have met her. Very pleasant lady. I am sure she will be greatly missed by her family and all that knew her.

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