Claire Yayoi Takenaka's Obituary
Claire Yayoi Takenaka, 63, of Sarasota, FL, passed away on October 18, 2015. Claire was born in Japan and moved to Hawaii when she was 7. She moved to Florida in the early 1980's. Claire worked for JC Penny in Sarasota for many years. Claire loved life. Her smile was constant, as well as, contagious. She loved and was loved. She gave of herself and of her time without expecting anything in return. A kindred spirit. A blessing to know.
Claire is survived by her true love of 17 years, Silvano Romeu, of Sarasota, FL, mother, Sayoko Yamada Takenaka, of Hawaii, brothers; Wayne Takenaka and Steven Takenaka, of Hawaii, sisters; Gail Takenaka and Lei Say, of Hawaii.
Family will be receiving friends on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. A short service to celebrate Claire's life will begin at 3:30 pm, with Pastor John Foulkrod officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to Skyway Memorial Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.skywaymemorial.com
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