Yo Im Moresette was born on December 2, 1937 in Chonnam-do, South Korea. After falling in love with a handsome GI, Yo and Roy Moresette were married on October 31, 1967 in Seoul, South Korea. The couple eventually settled in Beaverton, Oregon where they raised their son, Virgil.
Over the course of her life, Yo worked at Good Samaritan Hospital while she and Roy raised their son together. Her faith was also very important to her and she remained active in her church community at Korean Martyr Catholic Church.
Yo will be remembered for her wit and laughter. Despite her small size, Yo’s spirit was enormous. She was a strong and independent woman. Yo was generous not only in sharing the fruits of her bountiful garden, but also in sharing a laugh with friends both old and new.
Yo is survived by her son, Virgil and her grandson, Desmond. Yo will be laid to rest in Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Oregon alongside her loving husband Roy.