Natsuko Sawada

NATSUKO SAWADA, beloved wife of the late Jim Sawada of Raymond, passed away at St. Michael's Health Centre on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at the age of 86 years. She is survived by her brothers Takeshi "Ted" (Sue) of Lethbridge, and Isamu "Sam" (Claire) of Toronto, and sisters Toshiko (Gene - deceased) Tanaka of Lethbridge, Mae(Jiro) Sasaki of Taber, Fumiko (John - deceased) Sekiya of Edmonton, and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents, Takejiro and Isa Koyata of Raymond, and brother Shoji (Sets), Minoro (Katie), and Hikoza (Jane). Natsuko was born in Raymond and attended the one-room Mammoth Public School as a youngster. She had a long career as a health care giver, working in Raymond and for a brief time in Saskatchewan. In her retirement she enjoyed travelling, and went to Japan twice. She also enjoyed pastimes like jigsaw puzzles and card games. Friends may meet the family on Wednesday evening, March 14 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge. A private Family Service will be held at a later date.

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