Aged 95, Poppa, a beloved figure in Dryden, sadly left our world on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Known for his friendly waves during his daily walks and his active lifestyle on the curling rink, golf course, and at the Dryden-Go-Getters Activity Centre, Kiyo was a true presence in the community. He was born on December 10, 1929, in New Westminster, BC.
He was predeceased by Rosalie Tams, beloved daughter Elaine Jones (née Shoguchi), and his soulmate Doris Shoguchi.
Kiyo is survived by his sons, Guy Shoguchi (Vicki) and Barry Shoguchi (Karen), and stepson Dale Leutschaft (Doreen). He is also survived by Erin (Chris), Jolene (Greg), and his sister-in-law Lorraine (Gordon). He will be missed by his grandchildren, Jasmine (Wayne), Brittney (Danny), Brent (Megan), Mark, Kiyshia, and Lauren (Blair), as well as his great-grandchildren Jevon, Berkley, McKinley, Hiro, Dax, Raine, Charlotte, Mara, Harper, and Brynn, who will continue to honour his legacy by living their lives to the fullest.
Kiyo’s life was a testament to hard work, resilience, and the profound love he held for his family. He will be deeply missed, but his spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him.
A special thank you to Dr. Adam Moir, Pam Miller, and his watchful neighbours. We also extend our gratitude to our work family for taking such good care of him, as well as the staff at Princess Court.
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Bill & Sandra (Hughes) Boyer says
February 1, 2025 at 3:00 amWe met Kiyo in 1992 and again in 1998 when we drove up to visit Sandra,s cousins.Kiyo took us on a tour of the mill and we fished on Canyon Lake with him.What a wonderful person.Our memories will last forever.R.I.P. Kiyo
Bill & Sandra (Hughes) Boyer says
February 1, 2025 at 3:01 amWe met Kiyo in 1992 and again in 1998 when we drove up to visit Sandra,s cousins.Kiyo took us on a tour of the mill and we fished on Canyon Lake with him.What a wonderful person.Our memories will last forever.R.I.P. Kiyo
Carol Kinoshita says
February 1, 2025 at 11:11 pmSo sorry to hear of Kiyo’s passing. He enjoyed a long life, filled with family and friends, curling and fishing.
He joins his parents, brothers and sisters in restful peace. RIP my brother-in-law.
Delilah Hadley says
February 2, 2025 at 3:03 pmWe are so very sorry to hear of Kiyo’s passing. Such fond memories of “pappa Shoguchi” watching over the Schmidt Cres. herd of kids. Remember our chats fondly when I would run into him on one of his walks or the wave as I would drive by . Our heartfelt sympathy to the Shoguchi family from Dean, Delilah and family
Shayne MacKinnon says
February 4, 2025 at 5:17 pmGuy, Barry and families: Our condolences on the passing of your Dad. He was a good neighbour and friend to our parents and always a gentleman. Our thoughts are with you.
Shayne and Sharon MacKinnon and on behalf of our mother Marge
David Kinoshita says
February 4, 2025 at 9:55 pmSo sorry to hear of Uncle Kiyo’s passing, condolences to his family. The Kinoshita’s
Dale and Jo-Ann Allen says
February 5, 2025 at 6:42 pmGuy, Barry and families:
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father.
He was a great man, and will be missed by everyone that was lucky enough to have know him.
Our thoughts are with you
Darcy and Donna Harrison says
February 6, 2025 at 6:31 amGuy, Barry and families, we are so sorry to hear of Kiyo’s passing, condolences to you all.
Gale Rettie says
February 6, 2025 at 3:48 pmKiyo was such a gentleman and so caring. Even though I’ve known him for many years, my most recent memories have been from the GoGetters. He loved to play cards and to dance. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. He will be missed.
Terry Findlay says
February 8, 2025 at 8:21 pmMy deepest condolences to you and your family and extended family members….!
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dryden Go-Getters,
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