Personal note
Obituary
Sallie Soon Ja Shitara passed away March 13, 2021 at the age of 60 after battling cancer. She was a beloved teacher of over 30 years and has touched many lives in her career with her infectious sense of humor and joy. She was a devoted follower of Christ and was an active member of Bethel Grace Baptist Church in Bellflower, CA.
She was adopted from Korea by her father and mother, Steven and Susan …
She was adopted from Korea by her father and mother, Steven and Susan …
Event details
Memorial events are private
Due to COVID-19 social distancing restrictions, there will be a small service with limited capacity for close family and friends, but the service will be live streamed for those that cannot attend on March 28th at 3pm PST
The service is archived on Bethel Grace Baptist’s YouTube:
https://youtube.com/channel/UCIbbZFc1Dznkv0E1WoRuDYQ
Event video
This event will be live streamed, so you can watch from home if desired. Jessica Shitara and Grace Shitara have not yet added the link.
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What was Sallie's favorite color?
Purple purple purple. Years ago there was a lot of red
Purple purple purple. Years ago there was a lot of red
Purple purple purple. Years ago there was a lot of red
What causes did Sallie care about most?
Jesus, her family and all the rest of us.
Jesus, her family and all the rest of us.
Jesus, her family and all the rest of us.
What were Sallie's favorite local spots?
Korean market and Korean restaurants
Korean market and Korean restaurants
Korean market and Korean restaurants
What were Sallie's favorite vacation spots?
Washington
Washington
Washington
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Other key details
Cause of death
Breast cancer
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Pacific Crest Crematory
Hospice care provided by