In loving memory of

Kiyoshi Tony ''Killer'' Kono
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969

Daddy, I don't know what I will do without you. You have been my Daddy and my best friend. You have been the person I could always count on for eveything. I know I will go on, but I just don't know how. I am so sad that I will never be able to feel you pat me on the shoulder or see your smiling face. I am the luckiest girl in the world to have you as my Daddy. I know you will always be looking over us. I will be ok. You will always be in my heart, soul and memories.

With all my love....

Tracy
KIYOSHI TONY ?KILLER? KONO, 75, passed away June 27, 2002 in Seattle. He was born August 9, 1926 in Seattle, the son of Ralph and Yone Kono. Tony is survived by daughters Tracy and Yoni Kono; grandchildren Shawn Kono-Beatty, Kiyoshi D. Kono and Kishaya Dudley; sister Alice Miyo Nakamura; brother Phillip Kono; and many loving nieces and nephews. Private inurnment services occurred at Washelli Cemetery.

Tributes

Evergreen Washelli wrote on Apr 24, 2013:

"Tracy I miss you everyday daddy :("

Evergreen Washelli wrote on Apr 24, 2013:

"Shawn "

Evergreen Washelli wrote on Apr 24, 2013:

"Kiyoshi (grandson)"

Evergreen Washelli wrote on Apr 24, 2013:

"Tracy"

Evergreen Washelli wrote on Sep 22, 2009:

"Tracy"

Andre Sanders wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Sis my prayers go out to yo and everybody else. Mom and Chris send their condolences also. I love you and hope to see you soon."

Sabrina Sanders wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"I remember visiting Seattle with Daddy, Mommy, Gladys, Jr., and Zina. Uncle Tony showed us a good time and always made me feel special."

Leila Sanders wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"You guys have my deepest sympathy and all my love. "

TRACI A. THOMAS wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"TO MY COUSINS AND AUNT! IM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT UNCLE TONY, BE STRONG CUZ, WE CAN DO THIS, HIM AND MY BRO. UP THERE GIVING THEM HELL! I LOVE YOU TRACI AND FAMILY "

Mary Furuta wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Dear Family of Tony, I'm so sorry I found out so late about Tony's death. Moving all the way out to Maple Valley has it's disadvantages. Hope everyone is doing well. I will always remember Tony as a thoughtful and caring uncle, I too felt he was my uncle. Though we will miss him alot, he is in a better place, right now he is probably playing cards with my mom. I know she will take care of him for you. Take care, Mary Jane"

MARGIE THORNTON wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, AND I CAN RELATE TO WHAT YOUR GOING THROUGH, JUST BE STRONG AND KNOW THAT GOD MAKES NO MISTAKES. LOVE YOUR COUSIN AND NIECE, MARGIE AND KIDS"

Duane Tenma wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Tracy-I am so sorry to hear the lost of your father. He was like a father but most of all a true friend to me. I will keep our memories we shared forever. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Love Always"

Fran Rodriguez wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"To My Best Friend Yoni, My prayers are with you and the family during this time of loss. How blessed you are to have so many beautiful memories of your father! Hold those memories close to your heart and never let them go! Please know that he is in a better place now, watching and smiling over his loved ones. Although I've never met your father, I'm convinced that he must have been extremely proud of his daughters. Please know that I'm always just a phone call away. Love, Fran "

Tracy Kono wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"My heartfelt 'THANK YOU' to everyone who has visited this site and/or shared their memories and sympathies. Your words and prayers have brought many happy tears, smiles and comfort to me and my family. Fondly, Tracy"

MR&MRS Jarrod T.CANN wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"YONI&KIKI We are sorry to here of your loss.Please let us know if there is anything we can do.love always"

Lori J. Bowser wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"I was already sad, but a sense of profound sorrow came over me looking at Uncle Tony's picture. I have always remembered him with a crew cut, with hair that was stronger than strong. He had so much patience and love for me, he would just let me play in it till I tired. I can still remember just he and I going to the movies together. It must have seemed strange to on lookers, this Japanese man and this little black girl walking hand and hand happily along Broadway. That was my Uncle Tony. My Uncle Tony."

Marilyn Conrad wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Tray you have always been like a daughter to me I am so sorry to hear about your loss even though I dont see you often please know I am hear for you and I love you,and just remember he is no longer in pain."

Audrey Short wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"I'm so sorry for your loss, but I know he's been in pain for a long time. In time your grief will ease and you will be left with the wonderful memories of the love you share."

Carla Howard wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"My Dearest Yoni, Tracy, Troy and Family, Our dearest condolences to each and every one of you. We love you, Carla and Family"

julie dodson wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Tracy, what can i say... popie was one of the best men ive ever known;I will miss him and my heart will never forget him. love Julie"

Marilyn Conrad/Julia Marks wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"A person who was dearly loved,I will always remember the unconditional love this man brought to my family Uncle Tony you will be dearly missed and I promise to you that I will always look after your daughter and family,words cannot express how much we will miss your smiling face and your love,I know you are smiling down on us we will see you again one day in heaven.God Bless and much love to you.Love Chicken"

Monique Cann-Johnson wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Dear Yoni, Kishaya and Family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. May GOD help you through this difficult time. Love and Blessings To All Of You."

Susan Cann-Olufemi wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Dear Yoni, Tracy & Family; I am so sorry for your loss--it's so hard to lose someone you love. Although you will accept it in time, you will always feel the loss of that special person for the rest of your life. Thank God for all the good memories and love you shared...Susan "

Hal Goetzinger wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Tracy and Yoni, I am sorry I never got to meet your father, but please know that I'm thinking of you now. With love, Hal"

Deneen wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"I love you Uncle Tony"

Chantel Scott wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Tracy & Yoni- I am sorry to hear about the passing of your father. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know. Just remember he is in a better place now. Love, Chawnie"

Lottie Cross wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Felicia, please send this to Tracy. Thanks Hi Tracey, I have sent you three e-mails and I don't know what I am doing wrong but they keep coming back to me so I am sending this one to Felicia so she can get it to you. I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You know I am one of your moms and I love you. I keep you in my prayers even If I don't see you much. You are definitely in my prayers every day as you go through these trying days. If there is anything I can help you with, please call me. Love you very much. Mom. Lottie "

Daphne Cross wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Tracy, my friend, my heart goes out to you at this very difficult time. I remember your dad very well and how much you loved him. He was always very kind and funny. You are blessed to have had each other. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "

Jesse Cross wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"To Tracy and the rest of the family, stay strong and keep the faith, Tony would not want it any other way, Tracy "YES" Tony was your dad but remember you still have me, Tony and I was just like brothers in alot of ways and you yourself have always called me DAD because of the close relationship that you and my girls have had all these years, even though Tony and I didn"t always see each other we were very close, Tony was a MAN among MEN, I remember when we used to work together and after work we would go out to breakfast together and we would fight over who was going to pay the bill, he never wanted me to pay, He always said that he loved me like a brother because I was one of the few people that could look him straight in the eye and tell him about himself when he was wrong and get away with it smile so after saying all that "Tracy" you only lost one of your dads -always remember that you still and always will have me, I love you as my own and I know you know that,if ever you need me I am just a phone call away---Keep your head high and your heart good because thats the way Tony always wanted it---You are not alone== Love you your second dad Jesse dad Cross"

Jim Thorburn wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Tracy ... My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May the joy of the many wonderful memories of your father's love keep his spirit alive in your heart forevermore. With love - Jim."

DOROTHY MORISAKI wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"KILLER, I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU"

FELICIA CROSS wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Trace, I can't tell you the pain I felt in my heart today when I heard about "Your Daddy". Every since we were little girls I remember just how much your Daddy meant to you. I love Tony too! He was always very nice to me. Take care of yourself Trace.And know your Daddy is not suffering any longer. I love you Trace, Felicia"

Bill & Shiz Tadehara wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Tony is going to be greatly missed for his wonderful sense of humor and all the good times we had playing poker. Love and condolences to Alice, Tracy, Kiyoshi and all family members. "

Miyoko Kato wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Tracy & Yoni you both have my love and sympathy. Uncle Tony, my uncle, my sweet uncle who named me; although we were far apart for years I always thought of you and always loved you. I always had the desire to spend time with you after my adult years to learn more about you and your life. I love you and I love my beautiful name. Thank you for loving me and blessing me by being my uncle. I will miss you."

Troy and Hal wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Uncle Tony, I will miss you. I have my memories and they are good. I will always love you and never forget who you are. I love you, I will always love you. Love Troy"

Ellen Wryn wrote on Mar 18, 2009:

"Tracy, What a beautiful tribute to such a wonderful man. His kindness, wisdom, strength and gentleness will live on in those who knew him. Tony, I miss you, I love you and I will never forget you. Ellen"