We Remember
ASAO, Yoshito Roy (Jerry)
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Roy was born June 27, 1934 in Vancouver, BC and passed away on December 26, 2019 at Central Okanagan Hospice, Kelowna, BC.
Roy is survived by his loving wife Aiko; daughter Kim; sister Kay (Roy) Haraga; sisters-in-law Lillian Terada and Lucy Brown; as well as nieces and nephews in Japan, United States, Vancouver, Terrace and Kelowna. Predeceased by parents Torakazu and Kikuno; brother Yoshitoshi; sister Mary (Nobu) Ushigusa; brothers-in-law Mas Terada and Bud Brown.
The Asao family went back to Japan for a family visit in 1940 and with start of war, they were not able to return to Canada. Roy returned to Canada in 1956 with the sponsorship of the Haraga family. It was then Dad was given another name, “Jerry,” after comedian Jerry Lewis. While living in Kamloops, Dad loved to go fishing, hunting, bowling, curling, golfing and he had a side business of welding, where he made iron railings for many homes. After Tranquille closed 1985, Roy moved to Victoria to start a new chapter of activities, which included golfing year round and curling in the winter evenings. He practiced a lot and played in many tournaments. Roy came to Kelowna and continued to golf at Kelowna Springs and Shadow Ridge golf courses; he also curled in Kelowna, Vernon and Winfield curling clubs.
Special thank you for the wonderful care Roy was given by the hospice staff on the north wing, KGH staff on Royal 4A, ICU, Dr. Wickstrom and Dr. Swartz; as well as all those that came to visit Dad and the food given. It was much appreciated.
At Roy’s request, there will be no Funeral Service.
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Service
At Roy’s request, there will be no Funeral Service.
Aiko, Kim and Family,
Tim and I wish to express our deepest sympathy for your loss of Roy. We do hope Roy did not suffer and was in comfort.
We loved Roy. Roy welcomed us to Chilcotin Crescent and was a fantastic neighbour. We loved our chats on the street, in the garage and all his helpful advice for our shrubs and yard! Thinking of Roy always puts a smile on your face.
May your memories bring comfort … we are thinking of both of you.
With Love and our Deepest Sympathy,
Tim and Marcia Wenzel
Roy Asao, D.M.O
You were my golf mentor and a great friend. I loved listening to your stories, playing golf, and the visits we had when I was in Kelowna. Thanks to you and Aiko for always watching out for my Grandma and being such great neighbours and friends! Hopefully you’re teeing it up with Ronnie and ribbing each other like the old days! Thanks for all the great memories.
-The Educated Bum (AKA Kinley Chorney)
Aiko, Kimmy and Family – just learning of Roy’s passing I wish you great peace in all the memories you have, and knowing of all the wonderful ways Roy affected so many different people. He was always using his great sense of humour and putting smiles on the faces of the people around him. Warmest condolences from Kinley, Kristen and Bodhi Chorney
Aiko, Kimmy and Family
We were so deeply sorry to hear of Roy’s passing. We will be eternally grateful to you both for always being there for Ron and Ruby. You were such wonderful friends and neighbours to the them, so thoughtful and Kind. We heard so many times from Ron and Ruby, how much they appreciated what you did for them. We also remember Roy’s wonderful sense of humour and his stories were sure to bring a smile to your face.
Love knows no boundaries ~ even those that divide heaven and earth. So when ever you feel sad, we hope all the memories you hold dear to your heart, bring you peace and comfort.
Sending you Love and Condolences ♥️
Wayne and Marci Chorney