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In Memorium
In Memorium: Evelyn Tayeko Sasaki
Evelyn Tayeko Sasaki, age 84, of El Dorado Hills, California passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023, surrounded by family.
Born in Los Angeles, Evelyn Tayeko Imada spent much of her childhood with her family in WWII internment camps where they were eventually relocated to the Amache Camp in Colorado. After the war, her family settled in Colorado, where she eventually met her husband, Harry Sasaki, and the two were married for more than 60 years. They later moved to Stockton, California, where the couple spent most of their lives. In Downtown Stockton, Harry and Evelyn started and operated Star Fish Market, becoming a staple in the community over the years.
Evelyn gave birth to seven children, Tammy (passed), Leigh-Anne, Mark, Tracy, Scott, Wynne and Wendy. Harry passed in 2020, but she is survived by her brother Ron Imada, sisters Carolyn Lannon and Beverly Paderas, six children, eleven grandchildren, two great grandchildren and numerous nephews and nieces.
Evelyn enjoyed bowling, watching the Kings and Warriors basketball, and chatting with friends and family. In high school, her nickname was “Legs Evelyn” as she had a shapely figure, with a silky smooth complexion that lasted until her final days. She loved dancing and music and always had a friendly greeting and smile for family, friends, and strangers she met throughout her life.
