Atsuo Arthur “Art” Taki
May 14, 1930-May 10, 2022
After a long and rewarding life, Art Taki passed away on Tuesday May 10 at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops. He was born in Merritt BC and spent much of his youth in Japan. He returned to Canada in his early 20’s to start a family with his wife Michiko. Art worked most of his career at Aspen Planers Sawmill. He was a loyal employee and was always grateful to the Ghog family for the support and opportunities they gave him. Art was a kind man, who never had a negative thing to say about anyone. He enjoyed life and all the simple pleasures that came with it. He loved to watch his boys play sports. In fact, he loved watching all sports, especially the Canucks and Blue Jays. Above all, Art Taki was a caring and loving husband. He spent his entire life at Michiko’s side, protecting and caring for her. Those left to cherish his memories include his wife Michiko; sons: Richard (Jane) of Coquitlam, Frank (Joyce) of Port Moody, Roy (Monika) of Kamloops; grandchildren: Christopher (Cynthia) of Kamloops, Stephen of Port Moody, Kevin of Victoria, Sidney of Kamloops; and a great granddaughter who he missed meeting by 3 days.
A special thanks to the team at RIH 5North. Thank you for the care and compassion you showed him. Also thank you to the people of Merritt who took the time to say hello, smile, or wave at Art as he made his daily trip to the main post office…..he loved Merritt.
“Take ‘er easy Art”
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