Jo-Ann Sadako Kusumoto

In memory of Jo-Ann Sadako Kusumoto, Denise Gonzales lit a candle

I just heard of Joann’s passing and I’m heartbroken. I wish I had been able to contact her years ago. She and I were best of friends while working together at Trader Vic’s. We went to each other’s 1st wedding and shared joys and disappointments. Then we lost touch. For which I am truly sorry. I have thought of her often and still do. Joann, you made an impact in my life and will always be remembered. God bless you my dear friend.

I’ve known sweet Jo-Ann for 10 years. She was a regular at Salon One 50. I told her many times she was one of my favorites :) She always walked in with a smile and a warm greet. I’d say “Good Morning Jo-Ann” in my enthusiastic voice since I was always happy to see her and she always laughed and said “ Oh good morning Sylvia” we’d continue to ask how each other have been, we’d seat, laughed and catch up. I will always make her laugh when I’d vent to her about silly salon gossip she had a cute chuckle she would say “oh your so funny” and we’d both laugh a little louder. She was a special client to me a rare soul not many like her and she was always so thoughtful and you knew she truly cared. Every Christmas she’d make sure to give me a gift earrings or a stylish hat etc I’m so grateful for them now every time I wear them I’ll think of her and smile. Jo-Ann was not only a special client, but a friend who I cared for deeply and worried for when she had her surgery and was going through what she was going through, if I hadn’t seen her in a couple of days or when she’d call to say she wasn’t coming in because she wasn’t feeling good that day. I was pregnant with my first child and I couldn’t wait to tell her because I knew she’d be so happy for me and she was and she was so excited. I left on maternity leave (still currently) not knowing that last week of work would be the last time I’d see her. I often thought about Jo-Ann on my leave and was looking forward on my return soon to show her pictures of my new baby. I love Jo-Ann she was a beautiful, sweet, caring, sincere and loving soul. I’ll keep her memory forever with me. Gone way too soon had so much more to live. Such a loss. May she rest in paradise peacefully. My deepest condolences to Roy, Family & Dear Friends and to you Roy I know how much you loved her she was your everything and she loved you too. I am so sorry, God bless you during this very difficult time.

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