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Albert CHAN Obituary
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CHAN, Dr. Albert Albert Tin Hong Chan, M.D., 63, of Atlanta, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2013. He was born to Yuen Man Au and Chit Fu Chan, of blessed memory, in Macau, China. Albert graduated from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. He pursued his medical studies and graduated from the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, followed by an internal medicine residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, and a fellowship in gastroenterology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He practiced medicine as a gastroenterologist at the Watson Clinic in Lakeland, Florida for 20 years before moving his practice to Atlanta with the intention of serving the Chinese community. He was an active member of Atlanta Chinese Christian Church. He practiced medicine with DeKalb Gastroenterology Associates for seven years. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Jenny; his daughter, Jamie; his sons, Christopher and Andrew; his sisters Amy Fu and Amelia Lee; and his brother Antony Chan. In lieu of flowers, the family has established a benevolent fund to support a family in need. Donations may be made care of Atlanta Chinese Christian Church, located at 4434 Britt Road, Tucker, GA 30084. Memorial service will be 10:00 AM on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at Atlanta Chinese Christian Church with Pastor J.O. Purcell officiating.
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Memories and Condolences
for Albert CHAN
Damian Clarke
February 24, 2014
To Dr. Chan's family my condolences, and please know you are in my prayers. Upon hearing the news last week Friday I was immediately disheartened. I instantly reminisced on the tenets, and experiences and clinical knowledge he imparted towards my development as a young physician. I was always impressed on how he treated his patients: with compassion and respect. Moreover, his fervor towards sharing the love of Messiah with his patients was unprecedented and commendable. I glorify Adonai for the opportunity to have been mentored by one of his elects. Here is one of Dr. Chan's quotes he shared with me. To cure sometimes, to relieve often, to comfort always.
Elbert Sit
February 9, 2014
You will always live in our hearts & prayers
Tisca Denson
January 23, 2014
I was referring someone to Dr. Chan today. I called to confirm he was taking new patients and was informed that he had passed. Dr. Chan was an amazing physician and I believe it was partly because of his relationship with God. A lot of doctors treat your physical symptoms. Dr. Chan treated you physically, mentally and spiritually. He understood that having a chronic illness affects so much more than your body. I am so grateful to God for having given me the honor and priviledge to not only know, but to be treated by Dr. Chan. His charm, wit, loving kindness and geniune nature will surely be missed. God bless Dr. Chan and his family. They will remain in my prayers.
Susie Chapman
December 3, 2013
Dear Chan family I just found out today that Dr.Chan had passed away. What a Blessing he was to me, His life as my Doctor was amazing he took time to talk to me about the Lord and helped me to change some things in my life. I thank God for the fine Dr. he was and I will pray for your family. God bless you and thank you for sharing him with all us. I know he is now resting in peace with our Heavenly Father.
Kimberly Brawley
November 27, 2013
Dr. Chan brought wisdom and comfort to me when I was a patient in Atlanta. The medical world needs more heroes like him. He was truly an extraordinary physician and human being. Rest in peace Dr. Chan.
Jeff Morrison
November 24, 2013
Back in June, Dr. Chan was my 90 year old mother's surgeon. I have NEVER met such a kind hearted Christian in my life. What a testimony! I was shocked at his passing. He will be so missed.
Stacey and Kevin Rast
November 18, 2013
My husband Kevin and I were shocked to hear the news of Dr. Chan's passing. As a Crohn's patient, my husband received amazing care from Dr. Chan for many years. We will miss his warm heart, his smile and his sense of humor. He never lacked a good joke to tell us, and you could genuinely tell that he loved what he did. Dr Chan, Stacey and "the big guy" will never forget you. Prayers to the Chan family.
Jodi Goldfinger
November 14, 2013
I was stunned to hear of Dr. Chan's passing. What a wonderful, caring man. During a time when my father was in hospice, I was having a bad time with my IBS. He called to reassure me and made me laugh by saying he was going make me the poster child for IBS. You will be missed, Dr Chan. May you rest in peace and God bless you and your family.
Ron and Karen Atkinson
November 4, 2013
Jenny and family, we have such fond memories of you and Al. You truly made a difference in Lakeland and no doubt wherever you were. God bless you.
Laurie Beck
November 4, 2013
I was so shocked to hear of Dr. Chan's passing. He was a wonderful doctor for me - extremely kind, caring, and patient. My sympathies for his family.
November 2, 2013
My name is Darlene Caffey. Dr. Chan was my doctor, and I cannot tell you what he meant to me. He took such great care of me, and would often call to ensure that I was ok. He was like a father figure to me, and my heart just hurts so badly. He often told me that I was his favorite educator. This meant so much to me. To me, he was the greatest doctor ever!!!!! Thank you so much Dr. Chan, you were simply the best!!! (I really hope that my book, "Sold," gave him encouragement along the way!!!
Marie Isbell
October 25, 2013
Dearest Chan Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you always .
October 24, 2013
I just learned of Dr. Chan's death today. I am so shocked and saddened. I am a recent patient and he was so wonderful to take time with me and care for me. Prayers to his family and other patients who feel his loss.
Sherry Siclair
October 22, 2013
I was Dr. Chan's patient briefly for an undiagnosed illness that later Dr. Chan diagnosed when no one else could. He saved my life. More importantly, he was the kindest, most personable doctor I ever met. I regret not thanking him or telling him how wonderful he was. I know that the family he left behind has experienced an unimaginable loss. But I hope you will take small comfort in knowing that he saved many lives and comforted many people and in a small way he lives on through his work. I am so sorry of this loss to the world.
Josma
October 16, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Dr Chan's death. I just heard the news today and it knocked me out. I have only had Dr Chan for a few months but I can definitely say he was the nicest and most caring doctor I have ever had. I am so saddened about that news. It is going to be impossible to replace him as a doctor and as a person. May he rest in peace and his family take comfort in knowing that he is not suffering anymore.
Ronnie Johnson
October 16, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cecil and Betty Erdly
October 14, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of the home going of Dr. Chan. How thrilling for him to be in the presence of his Lord and Savior. Praying for you Mrs. Chan, Chris, Jamie and Andrew.
Edgar Torbert
October 14, 2013
Dr. Chan performed ERCP on me in August 2007 at DMC. He was a superb physician and concurrently a devoted servant of the Great Physician. When he told me he always prayed before doing ERCP, I found wonderful reassurance that I was fortunate to have him performing the procedure. My condolences to his family and the Chinese community he loved.
Kathryn Goodell
October 14, 2013
Dear Jenny, Jamie, Andrew and Chris,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of your dear husband--what a loss to you and to this world. He was first, and foremost, a caring and devoted Christian and father and husband. Secondly, he was such a wonderful doctor devoting himself to giving excellent care to his patients. You and your family hold such special memories to me and I will be praying often for you and that the God of ALL peace will hold you near and grant you peace and strength in the days to come! Kati Goodell
Edgar Torbert
October 14, 2013
Dr. Chan was a superb physician, who served the Great Physician with tireless devotion. I am grateful to God that he was the one who performed my ERCP in 2007.
Carolyn Peart
October 13, 2013
Dr Chan was a wonderful teacher, caring doctor and a wonderful man of God. May God comfort your family.
John & June Mang
October 12, 2013
WHAT A GREAT LOSS TO US! May Dr Chan rest in peace with our almighty FATHER.
October 11, 2013
Dr Chan spread a light of hope and cheer. He brought joy to his patients and eased their pain. His time was spent not only in making a living, but also in making a difference. That is why his living was not in vain and he will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched.
October 11, 2013
So sorry to hear of the passing of Dr.Chan. He taught me how to be a GI tech when I first started years ago. One of my last days working with him before he moved to GA we snared a polyp. lol and it was a challenge to catch the poly with our snare and retrieve it. WE WERE FISHING. As we always talked about deep sea fishing adventures. I will never forget this kind humorous man. He loved GOD his family and his patients more than life. May he rest now in our fathers arms. And may the family know he is at peace with our Father in HEAVEN!
Judy & Roland Cannon
October 11, 2013
We were blessed to have Dr. Chan as our doctor. Roland had serious complications from a gallbladder surgery in 2006 and he took over his care. We always felt it was God's intervention and knew that God guided him with every decison! What a GREAT doctor and Christian man! We already miss him, but know he is home with his Father and we are at peace. Prayer to his family!
October 11, 2013
Dear Jenny and family, we are shocked and so so sad to hear of Albert's passing! You both were such good friends to us! We'll never forget our times together on the tennis court. You are all in our prayers and Jenny, please contact us in the future, we miss you a lot! Kathy Reid and Yilmaz Taskin 863-647-5000
Julia Man See Chan
October 10, 2013
Words cannot express how sad I feel for the passing of my dear first cousin Albert, whom I grew up with in Macau. I will never forget the kind smile on his face when we last met in Hawaii. God Bless and watch over his dear family!
James Johnson
October 10, 2013
Dr. Albert Chan, Was an Excellent Physician and a most respectable man. His Competence and Faith will be long remembered. As his former partner, and friend he will be greatly missed.
- Dr. & Mrs. James H. Johnson
Angela Alford
October 10, 2013
My husband and I were both patients of Dr. Chan's and are so very sorry to hear of his passing. I know we cannot be the only ones who enjoyed his wonderful sense of humor and sincere caring in the way he dealt with his patients. He will be sorely missed and we will be praying for his family.
October 10, 2013
We are so sorry to hear the passing of Dr Chan. We referred many of our patients to him for care and always recieved kind caring words about him. Our prayers and thoughts go out to the family. We will miss his yearly Christmas pears and apples as he always said "GOOD COLON CLEANSER" He made us laugh!!!
The staff of Centerville Primary Care
Snellville, GA.
October 10, 2013
My wife and I were patients of his, he was a wonderful man, Christian and doctor. DeKalb lost a great doctor, he will be greatly missed.
Kevin and Tonya Owens
Amanda (Starling) Browning
October 10, 2013
Prayers for a very special family.
LC
October 9, 2013
It is still difficult to come to terms that you have passed on. You had a warm kind heart and an open hand to welcome anyone who came your path. We were a family and will always remain so. Your wife is so sweet and warm so are your kids. You always had the time to fellowship. You were missed when you left lakeland but now words cannot express the void that you have left behind. May the perfect Lord shine HIS love on those you have left behind. Rest in. Peace noble friend.
October 9, 2013
It was honor to have known and worked with Dr.Chan.
October 9, 2013
It was a great privilege to have known and worked with Dr.Chan
Vidya
October 9, 2013
I am so sadden to hear that Dr. Chan has passed away. I have been a patient of his for several years. He was so nice and such a wonderful caring doctor who would take the time to listen and talk. I will miss his warm and friendly face and his wonderful sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Reba & Gary Carnes- Tucker, Ga
JUDY BOSTROM
October 9, 2013
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DR. CHAN. HE WAS MY DOCTOR AND MY HUSBAND'S AT WATSON CLINIC IN LAKELAND. HE WAS A WONDERFUL DOCTOR AND WAS SO KIND AND CARING. MAY GOD BLESS YOU THROUGH THIS
SAD TIME. JUDY BOSTROM
Cary & Jean Bond
October 9, 2013
Dr. Chan was the most compassionate doctor I have ever known. He was my Doctor and my twin brothers. We both felt the same way about Dr. Chan. Please know that your family is in our prayers and thoughts. We have all lost a great friend but there is not any question he is with his Lord now.
October 9, 2013
Sallie Smith Lakeland,Fla
October 9, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. He was alway a prince of a man to work with and treated nurses with respect. He was always willing to answer our questions. Forever in peace.
Ruth and Leon Miller
October 9, 2013
It was such a shock to read this in the paper ... may God give all of you the strength to get through this very sad time in your lives.
JOHN ELLINGTON
October 9, 2013
SANDRA AND I PRAY FOR ALL OF YOU AND TRUST THAT GOD WILL HOLD YOU IN HIS LOVING CARE AND SURROUND YOU WITH GRACE. AL WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON AND A PERFECT PHYSICIAN IN EVERY WAY GOD BLESS YOU SANDRA AND JOHN ELLINGTON
JIm and Linda Magnusen
October 9, 2013
Shocked to hear about Al's death. We always enjoyed his cheerful disposition and Christian enthusiasm. Our prayers are with you...but know you have a huge void that is difficult to fill right now.
Carol Hoefs
October 9, 2013
I was a patient of Dr. Chan's at DGA and I will miss him. He was a caring, personable, great listener, and so funny. The first time he did a procedure on me, he told my husband afterwards, humorously, that I could not do housework for six months. it was a simple medical procedure. My husband thought he was serious because he never met Dr. Chan beforehand. I had to explain it was all done in fun. I so enjoyed watching Dr. Chan pull one over on my husband. God bless all of his family at this time as you deal with your loss. he will be missed by many.
Cheryl Douglas
October 8, 2013
A candler for a very special man.
Cheryl Douglas
October 8, 2013
May god bless you and your family during this time of sadness you are in my prayers.
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