Fujiko H. Allen 1932-2023

Fujiko, affectionately known as “Fuji,” was born Oct. 15, 1932, in Japan, a daughter of Shinroku and Ine Ichikawa Hoshino. During the Korean War, she met James F. Allen, while he was stationed in Japan with the U.S. Army. They were married Dec. 22, 1955, and returned to James’ hometown upon his honorable discharge. Fujiko was a dedicated and loving wife, mother and homemaker. In her later years, Fuji worked as a nanny and housekeeper for a local family.

A talented artist, Fuji enjoyed oil and watercolor painting, focusing mainly on landscapes. In her leisure time, she also enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening and sewing.

Fuji will be lovingly remembered for her sweet disposition, kindness and willingness to help others.

She leaves to carry on her memory, her five children, Robert (Cristina) Allen of Cuyahoga Falls, Debra (Mike) Smith of Windham, Wendy (Ken) Scholz of Bend, Oregon, Donald (Karen) Allen of Gahanna and James Allen of Boardman; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Fuji was preceded in death by her husband, James, on July 13, 2006; sisters, Teleco and Ukiko; brother, Takeji; and a grandson, Daniel.

Family and friends will be received 2:30 to 3:45 p.m., with a funeral service to follow at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, 2023, at the Davidson-Becker Funeral Home, 11 Spring St., Struthers.

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