Esther Kekai Yoneko Suzuki
Obituary
Beloved daughter, cousin, granddaughter, niece, aunt, passed away in her sleep. She goes to rest ahead of her surviving family: her father Jared Suzuki (Meridian, ID) and devoted caregiver of many years; her mother Deborah Colling (Lethbridge, AB); her four siblings and fur babies: Boo and Mio.
Esther was a gifted artist, musician, scholar, athlete, and had a large online community following her. She also loved animals, fashion, and was a die-hard Harry Potter fan. She spent her childhood in her hometown of Morgan Hill, California where she was a gymnast, swam with the swim team, danced with San Jose Dance Theater, and performed with Suzanne's Music School showcase choir.
As a young adult, Esther illustrated murals in her hometown and studied with the Academy of Art in San Francisco. Upon moving to Idaho, she became a bodybuilder, personal trainer, fitness model, and set five state powerlifting records. Esther spent the bulk of her career in medical administration working for Blue Cross of Idaho, Ameriben and St. Luke's Hospital.
Esther's family especially wishes to acknowledge and thank her friends, followers, and those who have supported and reached out to her throughout her life. Esther will be interred at the Suzuki family cemetery plot on Oahu, Hawaii. The family would appreciate hearing your memories on the online obituary of your experiences with Esther.
Published in Morgan Hill Times · March 12, 2024