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George Moy Obituary
CHAMPAIGN – George Chin Moy, 84, passed away at 10:35 a.m. on Dec. 12, 2006, at his Champaign home. There will be a visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2006, at Owens Funeral Home (101 N. Elm St.) in Champaign. The funeral service will be at
10 a.m. on Dec. 20, 2006, at the funeral home, with the Rev. Jennie Chin officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery in Urbana.
George was born on Oct. 23, 1922, in China, a son of Mr. Tom Moy and Mrs. Ching Toy King Moy. He is survived by a son, George (Elaine Massock) Chin Jr., Eddie Chin and Jennie Chin. Mr. Chin Moy is also survived by six grandchildren, David and Julianne White and Mike, John, Lauren and Alex Chin.
George was preceded in death by his two sisters, Suey Ming Leong and Suey Yee Gong.
George owned and operated the House of Chin Chinese restaurant on Sixth Street for more than 30 years, where he practiced his great passion in life: cooking. Memorials may be given to the National Emphysema Foundation, 128 East Ave., Norwalk, CT 06851.
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carol hendricks
January 7, 2007
you were a great friend that I knew at the Esquire. I will always remember you.
Phil Strang
December 30, 2006
George was one of a kind and very much loved by those of us who knew him well. The House of Chin shall live forever in the annals of Champaign-Urbana bars and eating establishments.
Jay Dryan
December 20, 2006
You made a difference George; thanks.
Sharyn Washburn Gilmore
December 19, 2006
Hard to believe you are gone...you were an icon around C-U! You'll be missed.
Ron Wells
December 19, 2006
Thank you for sharing your life, your wisdom and your passion for people with us.You are truly a star in life. May peace be with you and your loved ones
Angel Camareno
December 19, 2006
Your fond memory will live forever.
Richard Nelson
December 18, 2006
Good By old friend. It was good to have Sunday tea with you.
Tony Williams
December 17, 2006
The Volcano in 1984 changed the course of my life and the lives of others. Farewell to a great guy.
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