I first saw Mika when she was singing worship at our church.  We became closer friends around 2011. We served on Women’s Ministry together and she was an amazing greeter at our church. Every person that has ever come in contact with her has felt loved. She had a unique gift to show kindness.  She was such a giver. I would often tell her “Mika you don’t need to.” She loved to worship. She loved Jesus and she loved people.  She would often grab me and say are you doing ok! I always had to be honest and if I was going through something she would say “let me pray for you right now”

We really miss her at Harvest Church.  The women’s ministry team feels her vacancy. We are doing our best to fill her shoes. 

I worked with Mika at Kaiser and just so appreciated her kindness to everyone. I retired some years ago and had not seen her for sometime. Her death and circumstances were heartbreaking news.  My sympathy to her family ,  it is unimaginable to think of her suffering this violence   I am so very sorry  

Patty Gillespie 

I just found out today about Mika’s tragic death. She was one in a million. She will be so missed in all aspects of her life. She created and was the concierge program at Kaiser Vallejo ED. That is when I met her. I was skeptical that a “concierge” could be a part of the ED, being an ED nurse for so many years before becoming the ED director, but once I met Mika and saw the compassion and joy and helping hand that she brought to each and every encounter, I realized this could work. She was amazing!

Mike you left this world far too soon. You will be so missed and that space will not be filled. Love to you my friend. 

It was my second visit to Harvest Church. As I entered in through the “back door“ of the Brendan theater, she greeted me with a big hug and said “I love you so much!”  Now I am a hugger, so I really appreciate a good hug. But I wasn’t sure how she could sincerely say that. She loved me so much. She didn’t know me at all.  Nevertheless, I knew in my heart that she was entirely sincere in what she said.

That was in 2013. In the years since then I found that her sincere love for people, regardless of who they were or if she actually knew them was the real deal. I miss her so much.

Always being obedient to God's voice.
I witnessed Mika driving around with fast food looking for the person God told her to buy it for! Thats blind faith and obedience to the fullest! Mika was always so loving and kind. If you asked her for help, She was on it ! I will always remember her singing " His eye is on the sparrow" at Solid Rock COG Vacaville. 

I was also involved in the music dept. at Solid Rock and because of Mika and Kendra even I sang some specials. I learned how to use my diaphram and open my mouth wide to project my voice and not yell but punch out notes I never thought I could hit. Mika was always a blessing to be around and I am blessed to have known her and call her my sister! 

Mika loved unconditionally and without boundaries! She would advocate for all who asked her help! A lovely human being and the kindest person I've ever met!  I mean it, Genuinely Kind and loving! She truly was Christ like! 

I will miss you my sister.................

James Aquino

Although I only worked at the same medical center as Mika for 2.5 years, Mika had an impact on me. She was so loving and welcoming and had an open heart. She was a delight and a wonderful human being. I miss you Mika. 

Yumi, I talked with you briefly in the hallway. If you need to reach me, please email maryschoi@gmail.com. 

Greetings to all who read this,

My name is Rosa Ochoa. I have known Mika for about 30 years. We share the same faith. We became friends at one of our denomination's annual state camp meetings. I was a teenager then, and Mika was on her Church’s praise team. She had just finished leading worship for this service, and I was the youth night's special singer before the main speaker.

Mika could tell I was nervous, so she hugged me, introduced herself, and encouraged me. We became friends from that moment on.

Mika had a contagious smile and laugh. All who knew her could see her love for God, music, people, food, and life. Mika and I never lived close to each other nor went to the same church, but we managed to attend concerts, women's conferences, and state events throughout our friendship.

Mika was an encouraging and supportive friend. When I was in college and started selling Mary Kay to support my income, Mika became a client. When I graduated from college with an MA in music, Mika was among the first to sign up for vocal and piano lessons.

I remember when she met Frank. I was entering grad school at the time. Mika was smitten. When I first met him, I was impressed by how he doted over her. It was also the first time I met Lena. I thought it was so kind how he cared for her as well.

When I learned what happened this past November, I was stunned.

Mika, you are missed terribly. I miss hearing you call me “Sis.” Thank you for being a kind and encouraging friend throughout my life. You will forever hold a special place in my heart.

To Mika’s family, I pray God’s comfort and peace rest upon you and that his strength will carry you. My deepest condolences. 

Respectfully,

Rosa Ochoa

So sorry to hear of a great loss. Such a special & sweet person. You will be missed by many. 

Clint & Tina Heineken 

My fondest memory of Mika was our conversation about our Faith in Christ Jesus.

Mika had a Precious and Kind Spirit.

Though we had not worked together in many years, I often think about her after reading my Bible. She shared how she would keep her Bible open and have the word present, loved that !! At times when I’ve kept mine open, I think of her. That memory is stamped on my heart forever.

I know that the Lord embraced her when she went home and she is now at peace with him.