Yasuko Summa

Yasuko Summa, 101, of Indianapolis Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026. Yasuko was born in Japan on March 25, 1925, to Sadajiro Imoto and Nobue Sakai.

Yasuko married the love of her life Oliver Summa, and they had two sons, Bobby Summa and Johnny Summa. Yasuko was a woman whose warmth left a lasting impression on everyone she met. She found great joy in tending her garden, where she especially loved sitting beside the peaceful koi pond in her yard. A devoted dog lover, she cherished her German Shepherd dogs and the companionship they brought to her life. Yasuko never knew a stranger; her outgoing nature and bright optimism drew people to her wherever she went. With a remarkably sharp memory and a mind full of knowledge, she could be described as a walking encyclopedia. Above all, Yasuko treasured her family and made it a priority to travel to Japan whenever she could, ensuring she remained closely connected to those she loved.

Yasuko is preceded in death by her parents Sadajiro Imoto and Nobue Sakai; her beloved husband Oliver Summa; and her son Bobby Summa. Yasuko is survived by her son Johnny Summa, family and friends here in Indianapolis, as well as many loving family members in Japan.

Visitation for Yasuko will take place on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, from 10:00am-2:00pm at Flanner Buchanan Washington Park East Funeral Home, 10722 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46229. A funeral service will follow at 2:00pm, with burial at Washington Park East Cemetery.