ARIMA, Masayoshi Allan (Mush)
ARIMA, Masayoshi Allan (Mush) died unexpectedly yet peacefully in Toronto on Sunday, January 13, 2019 at the ripe old age of 87.
Mush is survived by his wife Vi (nee Kai) of 58 years. He will be sadly missed by his sons Dwayne (Liane) and Keith (debi), granddaughters Kimiko and Asha and elder siblings Tak (Zen), Tosh (Koji) and Yonzie (Daisy). He leaves behind many relatives and friends to mourn his passing.
Mush was born in Marpole, British Columbia to Itaro and Samé Arima. He attended David Lloyd George Elementary School and experienced being removed from the school at the start of the war. His family was relocated to a Japanese internment camp. This later became a very passionate topic he was inspired to share with all generations, especially the youth. After the war, Hamilton, Ontario became his home where his independence took root. He attended F. R. Close Technical College where an apprenticeship in typography became a 40-year career at Cooper & Beatty. In his retirement his main joys were creating many heartfelt greeting cards on his beloved Mac and expanding his skills in the kitchen.
Mush requested a private cremation without any funeral service. It was his wish that his family and friends meet up at a local pub to share memories, laughs, and good times.
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Grant Cvitkovich
What a beautiful obit. You really get a sense of the remarkable life that he lived and how he impacted the lives of everyone who surrounded him.
I remember Dwayne commenting how thrilled he was with the Mac mini that he and Liane bought and set up for him one Christmas many years ago. I didn’t realize that he worked as a typographer from Cooper and Beatty! I have practised as a graphic designer for more than a quarter century and as I entered into the field, I remember how respected and influential that type house was. They were always referred to with great fondness and respect. To work at such a place is a testament to his talent and complete dedication to his craft.
I wish I could have had more opportunity to connect and learn from his life experience.
Our hearts go out to all his wonderful family and friends. He is greatly missed.
Grant, Leslie, Ava and Naomi
Stella Bruni
Hello Dwayne, I am so sorry for your loss. The stories you told me about your father and his life , well it sounded like he was truly an amazing man and father. Rest in peace. Sending prayers for you and your family.
Stella Bruni
Hello Dwayne, so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace. I am praying for you and your family.
Beverley and Nick Frustaci & Family
What wonderful obituary. We will all miss him dearly. He has left us with such great great memories and laughs. He was not only my sweet sweet neighbor of 43 years , but , a friend , and father figure as well.
Loved dearly.
“What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, For all that we love deeply becomes a part of us.”
― Helen Keller
Rest In Peace Dear one , keep smiling on us and we will surely smile back.
Bev, Nick , Andrew, Marie , Frustaci and all our family and grandkids whose hearts you have touched.
Candise
RIP uncle Mush. So many fond memories…Dining out at Swiss Chalet (and our favorite server, Lily) and Mekong, movies (we got to see A Star is Born), our mutual adoration for anything Art Deco, especially graphics, long discussions about the internment and so many family memories. Thank you for being my mom’s guardian angel when she needed you most…she adored you. With love and admiration, your (PITA) niece and Tye (who you grew to accept????????)
Michael Zambon
Dear Vi and Family,
It was with much sadness that I learned of Al’s passing. He was a gentle man who always had a smile on his face and made everyone feel welcome. I enjoyed being part of the Friday breakfasts at Wally’s and missed him when he wasn’t there in December before I returned to Dubai. I always appreciated the fact that he made my dad feel part of the walkers group at the mall and both of you were there to comfort us when my father passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you at the difficult moment.
Donna and Laurie whitby
Dear Auntie Vi and Family,
Laurie and I are very shocked and saddened to hear of Uncle Mush’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences.
The obituary was a wonderful tribute to a very wonderful man.
Talk to you soon. Take care,
Love Donna and Laurie
dhb chatterton
Sincere condolences to close family and friends of the late Allan Arima.
VI–Your loss of a dear husband and friend is very profound. May the lovely memories you shared help you in coping with this new chapter of your life.
DWAYNE & my daughter LIANE–the treasured moments with your father/father-in-law will console you as you now continue your life-journey without his physical presence.
KIMIKO & ASHA–the grandchildren we share (Arimo/Chatterton)–there will always be a place in your hearts for the grandfather from whom you learned so much, and with whom you shared so many precious moments.
ALLAN–You bequeathed your family with a wonderful legacy. May you Rest In Peace.
Sincerely, Hyacinth CHATTERTON & Family, ARNPRIOR & OTTAWA.