Osamu Suzuki, who led the Japanese motorcycle and car manufacturer for nearly five decades, died in Japan on December 25th, at the age of 94. The cause of death was lymphoma. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Suzuki Motos do Brazil issued this statement, and more information will be posted when it becomes available:
Former Suzuki Global President Osamu Suzuki Dies
It is with deep sorrow that we receive the news of the passing of Suzuki Motor Corporation Senior Advisor Osamu Suzuki at the age of 94.
To respect the wishes of deceased, funeral services were held only for family members. The company plans to hold a farewell meeting at a later date.
President of Suzuki Motos do Brazil, Joao Toledo mourned the death of the former president, who he had the honor of meeting on a few occasions during the more than three decades in which he has represented the brand in Brazil. “We are deeply sorry for the loss of Osamu Suzuki. His contribution and legacy will always be remembered with fondness and respect. May his soul rest in peace and may his family find comfort in this time of sorrow.”
Married to the granddaughter of the company founder, Osamu Suzuki joined Suzuki Motor in April 1958. In 1963 he was appointed director. In June 1978 he took over the company’s presidency, a position he held until 2016, when he handed over the position to his son, Toshiro Suzuki. In 2021, at the age of 91, he was appointed Senior Advisor.
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