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Sumiko Allee Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 13, 2013.

Sumiko Allee, of Northridge, passed away March 8, 2013.  Born in 1933 in San Diego, Sumi grew up there.  As Japanese Americans, from 1942 to 1945 Sumi, her parents and her 5 siblings were relocated to Poston III War Relocation Center.  She attended UC Berkeley and graduated in 1955 with a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts. Sumi moved to Los Angeles and continued studying at Chouinard Art Institute.  After her marriage to Russ Allee in 1966 they lived in Torrance and started a family, and in 1974 the family moved to Northridge.  Sumi was a wife, a mother, a grandmother, an artist and a free spirit.  Her love and friendship will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Sumi is survived by her husband Russ Allee; sons Jon Allee and David Allee; granddaughter Raine Allee; sisters Sonoye Yasuda, Satsuki Hada, Reiko Nakano; daughter in law Laurie Allee; sisters in law Yukako Nakano and Virginia Allee and an extended loving family of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 23 at 1:00PM at The Little Chapel of the Dawn, 1925 Arizona Avenue in Santa Monica.

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May 12, 2013

Thomas Guzman-Sanchez

A very special soul and spirit. I remember her always being very nice to me.

April 2, 2013

Lawrence Pierce

I remember seeing Sumi and you together at Barclays just a couple weeks prior to your loss. It was so fortunate to have been able to share a pleasant "hello" with her, unknowing of the future to come. This is so often how it is, and so difficult to live with... I admire your resolve to continue to live well. This honors her as much as words and memories. I wish you the very best.

March 24, 2013

My heart is hurting at this news. Terry & I have been away and thank you, Russ, for letting me know. Sumi was a very special, giving, interesting, & delightful person. We shared good tennis times several years ago and stimulating conversations. I remember how she showed me how to make origami items for our first grandchild's shower. She was always interested in what someone else was doing. She will be missed. Our sympathy, love & concern, Terry & Monika Poe, Northridge, CA

March 23, 2013

Russ & Judy Jones

Russ, just to let you know our hearts are with you and family at this very difficult time. It was always a pleasure to see Sumi, from time to time, during our walks. The news of her passing didn't make any sense at all. We'll miss her.

March 22, 2013

Chris Farmer

Dear Russ and David,
My condolences on Sumiko's transition. Sorry I won't be able attend but I am seeing you surrounded and supported by friends and family. I know the love you feel is extending forth into the infinite presence's of Sumiko.

I have warm thoughts of you and your family and especially remember being very accepted during my visits and one Christmas morning I spent with you and your family and Sumiko.

May her peace be expressed in all your actions.

Many blessings - Chris Farmer

March 22, 2013

Ryuko Barkman

I have nothing but wonderful memories of Sumi. She was my role model, inspiration, like a second mother and best friend. I had never seen her angry, she was always happy, gentle, beautiful minded person to me. We went to so many places, taking a classes together and she treated me as a one of her family.
Since I moved to Maui, she had never forgotten to sending Birthday gifts and X'mas gifts to me and my son for every single year.
I can not believe her departure, I've thinking about her every day, and can not control my tears.
Russ and her family, I am so sorry that I can not attend her memorial service, but please accept my condolences.
Ryuko Barkman

March 22, 2013

Eleanor Han

I am very sorry to hear of the death of Sumi, actually very shocked and
sad. I remember she was very healthy and happy person also very bright.
I never forget of memory with Sumi.
God bless you and your family.

Eleanor

March 19, 2013

Ellen Small

Dear Russ and Family,

I was shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Sumiko.
I just saw her, with you, at Barclay's last week. Unfortunately, I did not have the opportunity to know her well, however she seemed like a very sweet and gentle person.

She will always be in your heart with the wonderful memories you have of her.

March 19, 2013

Roger Smith

My deepest, heartfelt sympathy to you Russ and your entire family. Sumi was a bright, interesting, warm, and gentle lady. I will never forget her.

March 19, 2013

Jason Budow

Russell & David, we are so sorry to hear about the passing of Sumi. I remember so many good times over at your house growing up and of course always loved her yummy strawberry shortcake. We send our thoughts and prayers.

March 17, 2013

Jason Goldenberg

Russ, when we heard about Sumi passing we were very surprised. Our heart goes out to you and your families at this time. I always enjoyed spending time talking to Sumi. She was a soft spoken, delightful, and friendly person to know. She will be in our hearts. Hopefully we can get together in LA this June/July.

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