Kimiye Matsuoka

Our beloved mother, Kimi Matsuoka, passed away at the age of 97 years. She was born to parents Eisuke & Kiku Uyemura in Auburn, CA and had five sisters and one brother. She was raised in Placer County surrounded by family, friends, and the community she loved.

Kimi met her husband, Walter, on a blind date and together they shared 66 years of marriage and they raised six children.

Walter and their son Howard preceed Kimi in death. She is survived by their children Glen (Juliann) Matsuoka, Joan Davis (the late John Davis), Stanley Matsuoka, Edwin (Gayle) Matsuoka, and Frances Matsuoka (the late Jay Edwards). She also leaves behind eight grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and Olive.

She is lovingly remembered by her only surviving sister, Tomiko "Dorothy" Yasuda; her dear sister-in-law Sachi Matsuoka; her favorite nephew Butch (Diane) Enkoji whose visits, outings to church activities and lunches out brought her great happiness; and her dear friend Fusae Miyamoto who delighted her with outings to visit friends, get manicures, hamburgers, and ice-cream treats.

Her faith and the church community were important parts of her life. Placer Buddhist Church Community were like family. A special thank you to church member Rich for his kindness and prayers, which brought Kimi spiritual comfort and peace.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 20th at 10:30 am at Placer County Buddhist Church at 3192 Boyington Rd., Penryn, CA 95663.