Fumi Kasai died at the age of 91 on May 27 in San Leandro at the home of one of her children. Her family had gathered from as far away as England and were all present at her passing.

In addition to her five daughters, she leaves behind one sister, two grandsons, a granddaughter and three great grandchildren. She was beloved not only by her offspring but also three sons-in-law and a granddaughter-in-law.

In accordance with her wishes, an informal gathering celebrating Fumi’s life was held on June 1 at Sycamore Church in El Cerrito, where she had been an active member for more than 40 years.

If you wish to make a donation in Fumi’s memory, please consider one of her favorite charities: Sycamore Congregational Church, 1111 Navellier St., El Cerrito, CA 94530; Japanese American Services of the East Bay, 2126 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704; or Special Olympics East Bay Region, 3480 Buskirk Ave. #340, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-4343.
The family can be reached c/o Sandy White, 274 Lynn Ave., Milpitas, CA 95035.