Yoshimi Mayeda

Obituary Yoshimi Mayeda, age 93, passed away November 5, 2008 in Tacoma, WA. He was born to Yoshimatsu and Nao Mayeda in Seattle, WA, on February 3, 1915. He received his formal education in Japan. He was a gardener for over 40 years. Upon retirement he enjoyed fishing, hunting mushrooms, and maintaining a beautiful landscaped yard. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his devoted companion, Linda Teal, son Andrew Maeda (Janice); daughter Julia Miyakawa (Mark) six grandchildren: Julienne Maeda, Jennifer Yoshimura (Derek), Christopher Maeda (I-Chin), Courtney Maeda, David and Todd Miyakawa; two great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Tacoma Buddhist Temple, 1717 Fawcett Ave., Tacoma, WA 98402 on Sunday, November 16, 2008 at 2:00 pm. The family extends their deepest gratitude to Franciscan Hospice House, 2901 Bridgeport Way W., University Place, Tacoma, WA 98466 for their compassionate care. Please leave online condolences at www.GaffneyCares.com Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home, 253-572-6003.