She is predeceased by her husband, Takashi Suzuki and daughter, Joyce Murai; survived by her children, Laurie (Kei) Teramoto and Andy (Keiko) Suzuki; grandchildren, Brian Murai, Beth (Adam Rickabus) Teramoto, Emily Teramoto, Megan (Miguel Vargas) Teramoto-Vargas, and Darin Suzuki; great-granddaughter, Miya Rickabus; sister, Ruby Honjio and sister-in-law Kaoru Suzuki. In lieu of koden, the family kindly asks that you fondly remember Ellen and keep her in your prayers.