Obituary of Suntok Songme Yi

Suntok Songme Yi Suntok Songme Yi passed away September 8, 2010, at home after a two year battle with gastric cancer. Songme fought this disease with courage, strength and grace, inspiring all those around her by her energy, compassion and spirit even on the most difficult days. Songme was born on January 28, 1953 in Seoul, South Korea. She attended Houng Ki University in Seoul graduating with a degree in fine arts. In 1974 she left South Korea for the United States and settled in San Diego California. Songme became a United States citizen on July 4, 1976 and displayed her Gerald Ford citizenship letter with pride. Songme moved to the Puget Sound area in 1991 and lived in Bremerton, Tacoma and Yelm. Songme a passionate fisherman spent many enjoyable days on the streams and rivers around the Puget Sound area. She typically out-fished the fishermen and always came home with the “catch of the day”. Songme possessed a green thumb and could bring any plant to life with her fine touch. Her backyard became a jungle blooming beautifully all summer long. Songme, a “chef’s chef” was able to cook almost any dish from scratch. Her spring rolls are, the best ever cooked. She was equally adept at eastern and western cuisine. Songme will be missed by her husband Ken Garmann, son Donald L Seese III, stepchildren Roark Garmann and Tiffany Geddes, former husband and friend Donald L Seese Jr., best friends Yong Suk Lee and Kim Mog, other family members and friends. Songme will be especially missed by her poodle Mojo. The family would like to thank everybody for their love and support. A very special thanks to Dr. Brian Keay, primary care physician of Yelm Wa, Dr. Michael Harris and the infusion professionals at Providence Western Washington Oncology, Jennifer Martin, RN Providence Hospice, the 3rd floor nurses at Providence St Peter Hospital, and the Yelm Safeway Pharmacy for their loving care of Songme during her illness. In lieu of flowers please make donations to either the American Cancer Society or Providence Western Washington Oncology in the name of Suntok Songme Yi. A memorial celebration of Suntok Songme Yi’s life will be held at a later date to be determined.