Mary Agnes Yokoo
Mary Agnes Yokoo (McInnis) left her last little footprint on Earth on January 21, 2025.
Born in Baden Soellingen, Germany on December 31, 1955. She was the eldest daughter of Joseph McInnis and the late Mary McInnis (Bray).
She was predeceased by her loving mother in 2013 along with her brothers Daniel in 2015, and Michael in infancy.
She is survived by her husband and best friend Ryu Yokoo of Edmonton, AB; her four children Lisa (Kevin) of Eastern Passage, NS, Andrea (Chris), Bradley (Tanya) and Joey (Paige) all of Alberta; and her proud father Joseph McInnis of Dartmouth, NS. She is also survived by her adoring siblings Anne (Nigel), Andrew (Xiaping), Theresa (Kevin), Vivian (Scott), Gerard (Angelina), and Eileen (Monty). She also leaves behind her brother and sister-in-law, and special niece in Japan.
Her grandchildren were the light of her life and will have a part of grandma in their hearts forever; Taylor, Sierra, Brianna, Brooke, Luc, Hali, Brody, Dottie, Summer, Maryn, and Sawyer.
Mary will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles whom she cherished deeply. She held a lot of pride in coming from such a huge Cape Breton family. She always had a special spot in her heart for cousins Joanne, Denise & Leigh Ann who were there for her throughout her life and illness.
She is also survived by her former husband of 24 years and father of her children, Roger Clark of Halifax, NS.
Mary graduated from the nursing program at Dalhousie in 1991 with her BSC in Nursing. She won the top academic award for her class and the Dalhousie University Medal. A moment of pride for anybody who supported her throughout her educational journey. She began her career at Dartmouth General Hospital and also worked in several health care facilities in the Edmonton area before retiring.
Anybody who knew Mary knew she was small but feisty and beat all the odds by leaps and bounds.
She battled her cancer with her head held high, with courage and always had her strong faith to guide her.
It is now time to say farewell to our precious mother, our broken hearts filled with joyous memories.
Funeral to be held in Edmonton, and interment in Cape Breton, NS.
When I find myself in times of trouble, mother Mary comes to me, speaking words of wisdom, let it be. Let it Be.
Celebration of Life
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 11:00 am
Annunciation Catholic Church
9420 163 St NW, Edmonton, AB
It’s hard to believe that Mary is no longer with us. She had so much love for her family, I know we will all miss her dearly. Until we meet again ❤️ your cousin Joanne
It’s hard to believe that Mary is no longer physically with us. She will always be spiritually present in our hearts. Mary loved her family dearly and we all loved her. Until we meet again! Rest in peace. Love and prayers Joanne
This may be strange. Well, you wouldn’t think it was. I’m struggling Mom but you are so loved and you would be so proud of everybody right now. Love you forever.
Sending love and condolences to all the family.
Little Mary and you will always be little Mary to us . We know you are in heaven now laughing and joking with Bernadette, causing havoc. We were so lucky to have you our lives . Denise and Leigh Ann and the Cape Breton gang.