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CHIEKO LILY YAMAMOTO
Born: Dec 29, 1934
Date of Passing: Jan 08, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryCHIEKO LILY YAMAMOTO
Peacefully on January 8, 2026, Lily Yamamoto (nee Watanabe) passed away.
She is survived by her husband of 66 years Kanao; daughter Kelly Macdonald (Bruce); grandchildren Miya and Cameron; daughter Karen (Derrick).
She was predeceased by her parents, Naochi and Kiyoko; siblings, Donna, Jerry, Arthur, Henry; and grandson Bryce.
Lily was born in BC and was relocated to MB where she loved her job as an RN at Misericordia Hospital.
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place and a private ceremony will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or Cancer Care Manitoba.
A photo-biography honoring Lily's life is accessible through the tributes link below.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 10, 2026
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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My heartfelt Condolences to Mr. Yamamoto, Kelly and Karen, During our formative years The Yamamoto's were more than generous opening their home to a group of " know it all trying to figure it out" teenage girls. Mrs. Yamamoto provided us with with a strong role model (a professional nurse), firm but soft spoken, a safe space to hang out. I am sure she would insist we call her Lily now, but she will always be Mrs. Yamamoto in my heart. She was one of a few friends' mothers who certainly had a positive influence on me. Thank you! My God Comfort Those that Mourn. - Posted by: Nancy Krywonis (friend) on: Jan 16, 2026
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My deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time. I was very young when I first met her but my father (Jerry) always spoke highly of her and she will be in our prayers. - Posted by: Brian Watanabe (Nephew) on: Jan 12, 2026