She was born in Kawasaki, Japan, to parents NaKa GaWa WuMe and NaKa GaWa Gan Zow. In 1950, she met her husband, who was a military man stationed in Japan. She moved to Virginia in the U.S., years later moved to Tampa before recently residing in Zephyrhills. Her education was completed in Japan, but she went to school in the U.S. to learn English.
Her first job was as a seamstress, then in quality control at National Seafood and at VF Corporation before retiring.
She was a wonderful wife and mother, Christian, always caring, patient, kind, and a great cook, especially at family gatherings.
Yasuko was predeceased by her husband of 43 years, Ralph. Her survivors include her children Mary Ann Johnson-Tarzia (Dominick), Richard Johnson (Julie), Diane Brady (Jim), Sharlene Johnson, and Ronald Johnson (Lynn); seven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and relatives in Japan.
She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
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