Masae Yost

1935-2024

Age: 89

Place of Birth: Tokyo, Japan

Date and Place of death: October 31, 2024 at home

Masae Yost is the embodiment of the saying, “live life to the fullest”. She grew up in Tokyo, Japan with her 2 brothers and sister. After getting married to a miliary man, named Marvin Neal Yost who served in Korean and Vitamin wars. They moved to Hawaii with her children; Michael and Marsha. Only knowing Japanese she had to navigate her way to learn English and adapt to a whole new culture while raising her children. During her stay in Hawaii, she would have another daughter named Malinda, who passed away in 2022 from cancer. No matter how hard life seemed, she persevered. After staying in Hawaii for about 7 years, the family moved to the Washington for about 5 years, then to England for 4 years, before coming back to the United States to settle in San Antonio, Texas.

She worked several jobs, however, she mainly worked as a seamstress for Lackland Airforce base. There she met lifelong friends and colleagues. She received many awards of recognition for her hard work and dedication. In addition, she received a certificate to be a teacher. This skill would come in handy to help her granddaughter, Amanda, pass her Japanese classes. After staying in San Antonio for so long, she even learned a little bit of Spanish. Interchanging languages whenever she wanted.

During her life, she would go out with friends to the movies, go to Eagle Pass to play at the casinos, go on trips to Mexico, and shopping trips. She could spend hours at the casinos, leaving happy regardless of the outcomes although she normally broke even. In the most recent years, Masae moved in with her son Michael, daughter-in-law Lisa, and 2 grandchildren, Amanda and Christopher. Retiring from a life of hard work, she relaxed watching Japanese TV, spending time with family, and the dogs in the home. As an animal lover, she spent time nurturing the dogs with massages, brushing, playing, and plenty of treats. One of her greatest joys, was being able to provide a good home to the dogs. She loved to crochet doilies and blankets. She would often interchange which doilies she placed on tables to give a new look. Once stated her dream was to sleep in and nap whenever she wanted. Although she said this, she was always a woman of action. Prioritizing her family, making sure that everyone had a fresh hot lunch regardless of the different schedules. If she saw you struggling with something she would provide timely assistance without saying a word. When her grandchildren Asia and Clayton would come and visit, she always ensured that she had gifts prepared in advance and plans to eat at a nice restaurant.

She was generous and caring. It didn’t matter if you were an unexpected guest, she was the pinnacle of hospitality, even if you didn’t want anything, she would give it to you just in case. She provided support and comfort. A strong woman, that was stern yet forgiving. She created traditions and memories. When having a bad day, she would tell a real-life story of hers that close to the situation and follow up with complete faith that you would overcome it too. The words, “You’ll be okay” never sounded so reassuring then when it came from her. She will be missed and will continue to be loved by friends and family for years to come.

Flower arrangements can be sent to:

Sunset Northwest Funeral Home

6321 Bandera Rd

San Antonio, TX 78238