Sumiko Dinardi, age 88 of Billings, MT formerly of Miles City, passed away on June 16, 2023 at her home in Billings with her family by her side.
Sumi was born on April 4, 1935 in Tokyo, Japan. She was the daughter of Ichizo and Fumi Iida. She grew up in the Tokyo area where she attended grade school and graduated from high school. Shortly after high school she worked at the Atsugi U.S. Naval Base as a secretary. It was here that she met her soon-to-be husband, Daniel Dinardi. They were married on December 19th, 1967, at the American Embassy in Tokyo.
When Dan was honorably discharged from the military in 1970, they moved back to Miles City, MT. Sumi was a stay-at-home mom raising their two children, Sharon and Rob. When the kids were old enough, Sumi worked for K-Mart for 13 years until she retired. With hard work and determination, Sumi completed the naturalization process to become a U.S. citizen on September 23, 1981.
After Dan retired from Burlington Northern, he and Sumi moved to Billings in 2006. Sumi was a wonderful cook. Her brownies with mint icing were one of the grandkids’ favorites. She loved to play cards and take care of her flower garden. She enjoyed teaching her grandchildren how to do origami and loved attending all of their sporting events. Dan and Sumi enjoyed traveling to Japan, Hawaii, and Las Vegas over the years. She was a selfless and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Her kindness and patience will be missed by all who knew her.
Sumi is preceded in death by her parents; her brothers Hiroshi Iida and Tsutomu Iida; a sister Reiko Kaneko, and a grandson Dylan Cline.
She is survived by her husband Dan Dinardi of Billings; her two children: Sharon (Tony) Cline of Billings and Rob (Shannon) Dinardi of Miles City; four grandchildren: Samuel Cline, Brittney (Brady Williams) Dinardi, Mason Dinardi and Zack Dinardi; two great grandchildren: Blaise Williams and Brystol Williams; three brothers: Toshio Iida, Noburo Iida and Masaru Iida all of Japan.
A visitation will be held on Monday, June 26, 2023, with the family receiving friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery. Should memorials be desired, they may be made to the Miles City V.F.W Post # 1579 or to the Billings V.F.W. Post # 6674. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday June 26, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday June 27, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Tuesday June 27, 2023
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday June 26, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday June 27, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment
Tuesday June 27, 2023
Eastern Montana State Veteran's Cemetery
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Sandy McFarland Hays says
Danny and Family, I am so sorry to read about the passing of your wife and mother. Sending many prayers to you during this difficult time.
Tony Cline says
The world has lost a beautiful and gentle soul.
Lynn Harper says
Dear Dinardi Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. May the light shine upon you as you grieve of the loss of this beautiful soul. God Bless.
Maureen Larson says
My sympathy to all the Dinardi family during this difficult time and so very sorry for your loss. God bless you all!
Mary Beth Cline James says
Sumi’s brownies and other treats were the best!! She will be greatly missed by all who loved her! Sending love to all.
Keri McGuire says
I can’t pick just one memory because I have to many, but I can agree she was a great cook. I loved staying with my aunt Sumi and Uncle Butch. Sharon and I and Rob would always find some kind of trouble to get into. I am praying for my family, and for all the friends that knew this beautiful soul. I love you all.
Yvette Stene (Steele) says
Loved working with Sumi at Kmart! She was such a sweet, gentle woman who was so proud of her children. Thinking of you Dan, Sharon, Rob and families.
Jan Dinardi says
I have so many wonderful memories of Sumi. As a sister in law she was amazing. Always there to help in any way she could. She was the sister I never had. I will miss her so much. My love and prayers go out to the entire family.
DAVE aTKINSON says
Dan @Family, So sorry for your loss.
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Dirk and Jonette Doeden says
Sharon, Rob, Dan, and family, There is nothing better than a life well lived. She was a special person and what a privilege to have known her.
Lorraine Theurer says
Dan: My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Sorry for your loss. God bless and give you comfort at this time.
Vickie Schneidt says
It was a joy to work with Sumi at Kmart. She was a dedicated employee and loyal friend to many. She will be missed. Hugs to her loving family.
Tom Patch says
Dan so sorry for your loss.Sumi is now in a better place. May she rest in piece.
Nancy Volz says
So sorry to see Sumi’s passing. Loved her gentle soul and caring soul! Cherish the memories. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Jan Munroe says
I am so sorry for your loss of Sumi. I know Joyce enjoyed her very much. They can have a good visit now. My condolences to her family on the passing of this sweet lady,
Tab and Santos Fleming says
Dan and family, please accept our deepest condolences for you loss of a wonderful person. I’m sure she will be greatly missed by everyone. Prayers for you and your family. Tab and Santos
Kelli Rooney says
I loved working with Sumi at Walmart back in the early 80’s. Thoughts and prayers to her family and friends.
Shannon Hartman says
To the Dinardi family
Sending our deepest sympathy to you and the family.
She will be missed!!!!
God Bless,
Shannon Hartman and Family ❤️
Dawne Buck says
To all of Sumi’s family
Sumi will be greatly missed. I worked with her in the soft line at Kmart. Only for the 5 years that I worked there, but she had a big impact on my life. I loved when I worked a shift with her. I also loved when her friends came to visit for a break and they would speak in their native language. My prayers are with all of her family.
Sincerely,
Dawne Buck
Bonnie wallette says
Prayers to the Dinardi family, Sumi was a dear friend, we had so much fun working together at Kmart. She will be greatly missed by all. Rest in peace my friend, until we meet again.
Deloris Adams says
Prayers to the Dinardis so sorry to hear about Sumi my mother was a Dinardi married nane Rowin, im her daughter Deloris just wanted to say so sorry.
Darryl Moore says
Dan and family Iam so sorry for your lost of your loved one
Treba Hollowell says
Sumi was one of a kind. What an incredible life.
Love and prayers to her family.
Sandi Van Pelt says
Dan and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending prayers to you all.
Paul and Elaine Schieffer says
We are so sorry. Sumi is a wonderful lady to have known – always something good to say and a smile. Paula often came home from a shift at KMart with a Sumi story – positive and with a little touch of mischief. You will think of her as you go through every day – things she said, the way she did her jobs, her looks. That’s how it is with a Mom. We are thinking of you with prayers for peace and comfort. A special hug to you, Sharon.
Kim Stanton says
Dear families,
So sorry to read of Sumi’s passing. Lovely picture of her and a beautiful tribute in the obituary. May the peace and understanding of our Heavenly Father comfort and guide you today and in the coming days.
Lifting the Dinardi’s up in prayers of consolation and love,
Kim Stanton
Jeanne Cline says
Dinardi family,
I am so sorry about Sumi’s passing. She had such a positive and kind disposition and was a special person with a gentle soul. The boys loved those brownies with the mint green frosting as well. That memory will live on, as will all the special moments you shared.
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
Rob, Shannon and all the Dinardi family-
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother & Grandmother. Sending my sincere sympathy to all of you.