Vicky Kay Shimamoto
Vicky Kay Shimamoto, 74 of Sunset Hills, died on September 25, 2020 after a brief battle with recurrent cancer. Beloved wife of Richard Shimamoto; dear mother of daughters Sherry (Herman) Leitl and Cindy Shimamoto; dear grandmother of Seth and Wesley Pratt; Maya, Kiera, and Cody Hosack; Brooke (Brett) Bauza and Adam Leitl. Dear sister of Judith (Ron) Greenwald of Bonita Springs, FL. Preceded in death by parents Glenn and Veda Childress, brother Charles Hart and sister Linda (Jim) Deters, she leaves many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and close friends.
Vicky was born in St. Louis and lived in the Jefferson City MO and Houston TX areas before moving to St. Louis in 1964 after graduating from Lamar High School in Houston. She married Richard (Dick) Shimamoto in 1965 and would have celebrated her 55th wedding anniversary in October. She had many happy memories with her family, friends, and neighbors. In recent years, she vacationed with friends and family in Florida, was active with Silver Sneakers, and played bridge regularly with long-time friends. She was an early proponent of the 3 “R”s, reducing, reusing, and recycling. Vicky stayed fit most of her life, playing softball, racquetball, and teaching aquatic aerobics to senior citizens. Above all, Vicky was a light-hearted, caring, and giving friend, and nothing made her happier than being with her husband, daughters, and grandchildren. She will be greatly missed.
Services: A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, any memorials may be made to the Missouri Botanical Garden or to the charity of one’s choice.
Cindy I am so sorry for your loss. Embrace the good memories of your mom it does help get through the rough days. I will pray for you family that God lifts you up and gives you strength to endure each day.
What a great collection of memories! Our heart goes out to your whole family! Vicky will always have a special place in our hearts.
To my lifelong friend, Dick Shimamoto.
Our hearts are broken by your loss. She was a dear person with a special smile that she carried throughout her life. May her memory be everlasting.
Mike and Georgia
Rich – so sorry for your loss. Have thought of you a lot since our retirement from MAC. Peace be with you and your whole family.
Rich – so sorry for your loss. Have thought of you a lot since our retirement from MAC. Peace be with you and your whole family. Rich and Nancy
So so sorry for your loss. Noting can ever replace the love of a Mother. Praying for the whole family.
To the entire family–the Cox family is sending prayers and thoughts your way. So sorry to hear the news–no doubt a very special woman in a number of ways!! We will never forget her awesome personality and smile!
Dick,
I read about the passing of your wife this morning. Please accept my condolence on your loss. I wish you nothing but the best going forward.
Sherry,
I’m so sorry about your Mother. She was a wonderful person with a very joyful heart. May she watch over you and bring you peace during this difficult time.
Just heard the terrible news. We have so many fond memories of “growing up” together, and Vikki was part of it. We were even part of the other’s wedding, but I didn’t know until later about your wedding over in IL. Times have changed for the better in so many ways. You two kids did good and raised a nice family. God bless. Doug & Sandy
Just heard the terrible news. We have so many fond memories of “growing up” together, and Vicky was part of it. We were even part of the other’s wedding, but I didn’t know until later about your wedding over in IL. Times have changed for the better in so many ways. You two kids did good and raised a nice family. God bless. Doug & Sandy
Dick
Our hearts broke today after hearing sad news. Vicki was always someone with a smile on her face and a true lady. May God hold you a little closer in the coming days.
Sending love to you and the whole family
Terry & Debbie Dillender
Dick,
I am so sorry. Vicky is not only a loss for you and your family but for everyone.
We shared a few good times and lots of laughs. She will be missed.
Dear Dick, Sherry and Cindy,
Kelley Warnol sent us notification re Vicki. We are so sorry for your loss. She was such a kind and caring person. I will always treasure the friendship and love you all had for Wayne. May God be with you during these difficult times. Our thought and prayers are with you all.
Margaret and Bill Schlueter
Dick,
Please accept our condolences. We are certain that Vicky had a life well lived, and leaves behind a beautiful bouquet of memories.
Dick.
Please accept our condolences. We are certain Vicky had a life well-lived, and leaves behind a beautiful bouquet of memories.
Dear Dick,
Our entire neighborhood is going to miss Vicky. Between you and Vicky, our subdivision is a better place to live. Whose efforts will keep our common spaces decorated, plus she did it with a big smile. Please accept our condolences.
Joe and Corinne Kennedy
Dick,
We were so sorry to hear about Vicky. We will all miss her deeply. Hope you are bearing up well. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Jim & Jaynie Vize
Cindy and family, very long time since I saw your mom but she was such a friendly, fun and hard working person. Always fond memories of her during the Pom years at LHS. So sorry for your loss, taken too soon.
Bill and Fern Shaus
May you feel the love and hugs being sent to you virtually as we look forward to seeing you all as soon as we can. We will always remember Vicky for her easy, welcoming nature and her spontaneous smile. Please accept our very deepest sympathies as we remember a life well lived. She touched so many lives. May a wealth of happy memories bring a smile to your heart always. Much love, Roger and Terry Lilledahl
Sherry you and you family are in my thoughts and prayers. May she watch over you all from heaven. May all the good memories give you peace and healing.
Marcie Luckshis
Dick
So sorry to read in the paper of you losing Vickey. Although we only met her at your Dads memorial service, we are sure she was a loving Wife, Mother and Grandmother.
Jim and Mary Joyce