Ruby Yamamoto Lethbridge, Alberta Obituary

Ruby Yamamoto

<p>It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ruby Yamamoto (Tanaka) peacefully on Friday, March 3, 2023 at the age of 91 years. </p><p>Ruby is survived by her husband of 67 years, Ken, her 3 children and 7 grandchildren:&nbsp; Amy – Vic Stasiuk, Sheena (David) Holm and Joel (Erica); Vickie – Ken Nakagama, Kendra and Kyle (Kate); and Kerby – Rshmi, Ilisha, Ashaan and Ajay.&nbsp; She also leaves 4 great grandchildren: Sofia and Zoe Stasiuk and Oliver and Emma Holm.&nbsp; She is also survived by her brother Fred (Jane) Tanaka, sister Miwa Shigaki and sisters-in-law May Matsumiya and Lil Tajiri as well as numerous nieces and nephews. </p><p>Ruby worked hard on the family farm for many years as she raised her family.&nbsp; She was a wonderful cook and seamstress.&nbsp; In her retirement years, she enjoyed accompanying Ken to play the machines at Bully’s. </p><p>The family would like to thank the staff of Fairmont Extendicare for their excellent care of Ruby for the past 6 years. </p><p>A private family funeral has been held. &nbsp;Koden and flowers are gratefully declined.&nbsp; If desired, donations may be made to aid in Alzheimers research. </p>
March 21, 1931 - March 3, 202303/21/193103/03/2023
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Dr Paul and Denise Hall
March 18, 2023
Amy, Vic and family, our sympathies and condolences with the loss of an amazing lady.
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March 14, 2023
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Bob & Eiko Shigehiro and Families
March 12, 2023
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Joan Oravec
March 12, 2023
Heartfelt condolences to Vickie and Ken Nakagama and families. My thoughts are with you at this time, sorry for your loss.
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The staff at Salmon and Sons Funeral Home
March 11, 2023
We plant this tree as a living memorial to Ruby. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
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