Andrew-Jong-Obituary

Andrew Jong

Walnut Creek, California

1947 - 2017

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Andrew JongApr. 15, 1947 ~ Feb. 25, 2017Berkeley, CA EntrepreneurAndy Jong, owner of Winners Circle Systems and Tennis, has passed away.Services will be in the Tilden Room, MLK Student Union, at CAL Berkeley from 12-2:30 PM on Sunday, April 2.No flowers please. To emotionally support his family,...

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I used to visit Andy's store back in the late 1970's / early 1980's and Andy was always great to speak to - he was always very enthusiastic and helpful about helping someone further their knowledge of computers, etc. My thoughts and condolences go out to his family.

I grew up as an eager kid loving computers in the late 70s and early 80s. My family couldn't afford a computer but Andy tolerated me and inspired me. Once I got an Apple IIc Andy helped foster that curiosity for computers by allowing me to hang out there. In my 20s i work d at the store and he treated me like family. I am saddened to hear his passing. I actually was looking him up because I wanted to say hello. I now won't k for Apple and it's mainly because Andy helped me so much. I always...

I knew Andy years ago, when he was into car rallyes and I was a member of his club for a while. I also helped him out a bit at his trophy shop. Indeed, I remember driving all night to deliver trophies to Yellowstone for him. Andy was a classic entrepreneur: Full of energy, optimism, and enthusiasm. I am deeply saddened to read of his passing. He will live on in my memory.

Helen, so sorry for your loss. Andy was always so nice and helpful, he will be missed sorely. C