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Gerald Wong Obituary
Gerald WONG February 10, 1935 ~ June 19, 2009 Gerry Wong is resting in peace after a courageous battle against pancreatic cancer. Born in Victoria, B.C., he moved to Seattle to seek business opportunities. It was there where he met the love of his life, Rosita; they were married for 38 years. Together they raised their five children: Michael Galardi (wife, Ash), Debi Dorta (husband, Antonio), Jamie Barnecut (husband, Jim), Dina Miller (husband, Daric), and Jeffrey (predeceased at age 5). Gerry loved to be surrounded by family and friends. He adored his seven grandchildren: Rachel & Nick Barnecut, Christopher & Ryan Dorta, Maia & Julia Miller and Roman Galardi. Gerry was highly respected as an accomplished businessman who owned and operated Magnolia Contractors, Inc. for over 30 years. He was a member of the Mechanical Contractors Assoc., and served as board President in 1998. He was an avid fisherman and world traveler. Living life to the fullest, he enjoyed the best food and drink in the company of family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at Salty's on Alki on Friday, June 26, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations"In memory of Gerald Wong" may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and/or to Providence Hospice of Seattle Foundation. An online guest book may be signed @ www.legacy.com.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Wong
Bert & Barbara Why
July 22, 2009
Dear Rosita & family ... I lost a dear brother and friend. Rosie, you were such a wonderful wife, being there for Gerry giving him so much comfort and love which made his suffering easier. I was happy I was able to spend so much time this past year with the both of you, you showed me truly what love means, being there for each other. Thinking of you and your family, lots of love, Barbara & Bert
July 20, 2009
Dear Rosie and Family,
Bill and I are so sorry for your great loss and feel very fortunate for sharing time with Gerry and you on that
wonderful trip to China. May the love
of your friends and family bring you through this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill and Judy Falconer
Surrey, British Columbia
July 20, 2009
Dear Rosie and Family,
There are simply no words that can express our sorrow in the loss of our very dear and treasured friend. Gerry's courageous battle was a true testament of his love for all of you. He will remain lovingly in our hearts forever. We are keeping you close always in our thoughts and in our Prayers.
Edwin and Marsha Lee and Family
Surrey, British Columbia
July 15, 2009
I'm so sorry about the lose of your husband and dad , I remember all the good times at your house and good food when we where growing up I miss you Gerry. vicki Bailey (Giron).
July 15, 2009
I'm so sorry about the lose of your husband and dad , I remember all the good times at your house and good food when we we're going up I miss you Gerry. vicki Bailey (Giron).
Ivan Sam
July 2, 2009
Dear Wong Family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Gerry was a wonderful kind generous person who treasured his many friends. Thank you for the great times we had attending hockey games in the late fifties. Gerry has officially gone fishing. Regards Ivan and Ev Sam (Vancouver BC)
July 1, 2009
Im So Sorry ....Jeff Greer
Cat Murakami
July 1, 2009
I know there are no words that can fill the painful space left when someone you love is not longer there. Not to hear their voice, gaze into their eyes, nor be in their presence. While I cannot offer you anything but my deep love for all of you, I AM glad that you all are there for one another. I hope you all can find some solace and peace with knowing that. So much love to all of you~ and extra special love to YOU, Rosie (as G always called you). Love, Cathie
Arnique Beltran
June 30, 2009
Aunite Rosita and my dear cousins...
No words can explain or get you through this rough journey at this time but just know god has a plan for all of us and it was his time. Live through the happiness and all of the love that he gave to everyone of you. As it is said...it is never goodbye, it is until we meet again.
We love all of you and we are always here for you.
Our Love, Erwin, Arnique, Armani and Brooklin Beltran
June 26, 2009
Dear Rosita and Family,
We have so many beautiful memories of times our families spent together. Gerry will be cherished always in our hearts and prayers.
My old friend, Gerry King, I will miss.....Ernie.
Love the Ihrig Family,
Barrigada, Guam
Ihrig Family Guam
June 26, 2009
Dear Rosita and Family:
We have so many beautiful memories of times our families spent together.
Gerry will be cherished always in our hearts and prayers.
From Ernie: My old friend, Gerry King, I will miss.
God Bless,
The Ihrig Family
Theresa & Jackie Tse
June 26, 2009
Dear Rosita & Family,
We are very sad to hear of your loss. Gerry was such a fun person and we'll always remember the wonderful time we had during your Hong Kong visit many years ago.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Theresa & Jackie
June 26, 2009
Dear Aunty Ro, Michael, Jamie, Debi, Dina and Families,
No words can really give you comfort at this time but hopefully all the good memories and the love and support of your friends and family will provide some peace. When you are remembered, when you make an impact, your spirit is forever. Dad remembers the teenage Gerry as Fish, all night poker games, being waiters together at WK, as Gerry "King" with the rowboat in his front room. We all remember him though as the man he became; a successful businessman who enjoyed life, loved his food and above all loved his family. We wish we could be there; even just to give you a hug. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Ken, Lori, Patti and Richard
June 25, 2009
Dearest Auntie Ro and all the family,
We'd like to express not only our great sadness at the passing of Uncle Gerry, but also our profound fondness for him. We knew him all our lives, he was a part of our family. I thank him for being such a good friend to my dad, his best friend. He was an inspiration, he showed us what it is possible to achieve in your life; he lead by example. To me, Uncle Ger was fearless, and always knew what he wanted. He will be greatly missed, but has made his mark in this life.
I wish we could be there with you.
Lots and lots of love to you all,
Karen Yip, Jimmy Nugyougalik and Janae.
June 25, 2009
Dear Rosita and family.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family of your great loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Dick & Mae Jung
Derrick, Kelly, Shea Gin & Shea Qin Moy
June 25, 2009
Auntie Ro and Family,
Our Dear Uncle Gerry was very special to us. We are forever grateful for his wonderful example. His kindness and generosity shall not be forgotten. We find comfort in all of our meaningful memories. He will remain in our hearts, always.
We love you Auntie,
Derrick, Kelly,
Shea Gin & Shea Qin Moy
Keri Izumi
June 25, 2009
Dear Auntie Ro & Family,
With deepest sympathy, Uncle Gerry will be missed. What a wonderful man he was. I will always remember the fun times with you, uncle & your family. His strengths and kind ways touched so many people, including myself. My thoughts are with you all. I love you.
Keri Izumi
Doug Spencer
June 24, 2009
Dear Rosie & Family,
It is with our deepest sympanthy to you and your family that we hear of Gerry's passing. Gerry has meant the world to us, as I personaly reflect on all my wonderful childhood years with my parents Edwin and Marsha and the fond memories we shared with time spent together with Gerry and the whole family. Gerry's love for his family and friends is something that I will always embrace and remember. We will cherish all these wonderful memories and the positive impact that Gerry has made to our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Doug, Carina, Joshua and Mathias
Dean Allen
June 24, 2009
My sympathy to the Wong family. Gerry was a fine man and a great friend to those of us in the mechaical contracting industry.
Ted & Lisa Huff
June 24, 2009
Rosie and family;
Gerry and you have been great friends and inspiration to me and my family for nearly thirty years. Gerry will surely be missed. I'm privileged to have been asscoiated with both of you
Pete Botting
June 24, 2009
Jerry will be missed as good friend and a great supporter of MCA.
Barbara Rendon and Mark Tomingas
June 24, 2009
Rosie and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of your loss. Our business friendship with Gerry goes back 30 years. We always enjoyed being with Gerry and appreciated his humor and smile.
June 24, 2009
Dearest rosita and family my condolence ,he served his purpose in lfe to hes wife and children whom he love deeply and also the rest of his family,now was hes time to take a another journey in life.l 'm here for you rosita always.much love to you and the kids selina mar
June 24, 2009
my dearest longtime friend rosita and family my condolence to you and your family l was just thinking back how me and kaylin used to play cupid when you and jerry got together back then.we go way back then it was fun memories. He was good people He will always hanging out somewhere just like kaylin.Love to all your friend always, and of course auntie to the kids
Darrell Heath
June 24, 2009
Gerry was a very nice person and he will certainly be missed.
Ed Kommers
June 23, 2009
Rosie and family,
The many friends Gerry has at the Mechanical Contractors Association will miss him.
Mark & Nancy Sison
June 23, 2009
Rosita
Sorry to hear Gerry has gone.
We all hoped for the best. He loved life & all the gifts that sustained him, a loving wife,family & many friends. His passing has left us as well with much grief too. Will miss him.
Mark & Nancy Sison
Ellen Parks
June 23, 2009
Dear Rosie & Family,
I will miss checking in with Gerry when the mushroom seasons begin - he was so passionate about finding and then sharing them. Our meals together were the best -- I will always remember that cute little grin he would give whenever something amused him. My deepest sympathy. Love,Ellen
Grace Wong
June 23, 2009
Dear Rosita & family, With our deepest sympathy to you and your family,with your great loss.Gerry will surely be missed.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Larry & Gracie Wong
June 23, 2009
June 23,2009 Dear Rosita & Family, With our deepest sympathy to you and your family with your great loss. Gerry will surely be missed.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Larry & Gracie Wong
June 23, 2009
Our thoughts are with you. Sorry to hear of your loss.
George and Helen Williams and family.
Larry and Betty Harmon
June 23, 2009
Dear Rosie and Family,
Our sympathy to you and your family and friends. Gerry will be truly missed. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Love you, Larry and Betty
June 22, 2009
Dearest Rosita & Family,
We cherish all of our wonderful memories, of happy times spent with Gerry. With our heartfelt sympathy and prayers, George, Connie & Family
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