Wendy Kimiko Miyake Obituary (2023)

Wendy Kimiko Miyake passed away unexpectedly on August 5, 2023, at home with her beloved husband, Tony, by her side. Wendy's journey began August of 1967, in Salt Lake City, born to David and Dianne Miyake. Shortly afterward, her family relocated to Boise, where she welcomed her twin brothers, Jason, and Jarron. Her family moved to Billings Montana for a few years, before finally settling in Joliet, Montana. Wendy was very smart, graduating Salutatorian from Joliet High School. A natural athlete, she loved the outdoors, spending summers water skiing and fishing with her father, often outshining even his fishing skills. Swapping skis in winter, she joined her brothers on the slopes, becoming a skilled skier. Wendy earned a degree in Pharmacy from the University of Montana and embarked on a fulfilling career. Dedicating herself to the profession, serving as a pharmacist at Regional Hospital, local clinics, and retail shops. She truly loved what she did and more so the people she worked with. When Wendy met her current husband, Tony, the attraction was immediate, the fit, perfect. They spent every moment they could together in shared pursuits encompassing golf, cycling, running, hiking, and skiing, with Wendy often waiting patiently for Tony to catch up. They delved into adventure runs, traveled, and loved attending concerts at local venues, never letting a dance floor go empty. Within their shared moments, love, kindness, patience, and compassion flowed seamlessly. Wendy found her most peaceful slumber when her hand was resting upon Tony's arm. Wendy's cooking creativity knew no bounds, as she conjured dishes from whatever ingredients lay at hand, no recipes required, just spontaneous innovation and the results were astounding. Wendy had a passion for karate, a devotion woven with her affection for the people at the Yakima School of Karate, where she achieved her black belt distinction in 2017. Among Wendy's most fervent passions, none burned brighter than the love she held for her two boys, Weston, and Halen. Her role as a mother shone brightest in her heart. Taking them to karate and piano lessons, school concerts and many vacations and always baking goodies when they visited as adults. Though the path might not have always been smooth, she persevered, and her in unwavering efforts she succeeded in raising two accomplished young men. She loved her boys with all her being, and she will always be with them, watching over them. Wendy was creative, crafting items like a fleece sweater for her father. She loved to fish and excelled at tying flies. She learned to can fruits and vegetables from her mother. She made beaded bracelets and crocheted hats and scarves, crafted pot scrubbers and soap bags and gave most away as gifts to others, subtle acts of kindness and generosity. Wendy embodied a rare spirit, every person she encountered was regarded as a friend, and she cared deeply for those close to her. Wendy was a quiet and private person, but her reserved nature concealed a wellspring of strength, fearlessness, and independence. She was playful, funny, and maybe a little quirky, yet she was incredibly sensitive and profoundly compassionate. Her reservoir of inner strength was truly remarkable. Patience was the essence of Wendy, undaunted by unexpected turns, she accepted each situation as if it had been destined from the start. She was truly a unique person. Wendy is preceded in death by her loving brother, Jason. She is survived by her husband, Anthony "Tony" Suk, her sons from her first marriage, Weston Waber, and Halen Waber, her parents, Dave and Dianne Miyake, her brother, Jarron and his wife, Jeanette, her nephews Spencer and Reese, her stepchildren Anthony Suk Jr, Trevor Suk and his wife Sasha, Oliver Devlin, Ainsley Suk, and her step grandchild, Ruby Simone Suk. Her energy now lights the stars in heaven and watches over us until our energies are joined once again. She is only gone from this world but is not gone from our lives. She has found peace and is healthy and her love and light forever remain. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.