CELIA-CHEN-Obituary

CELIA C.H. CHEN

Jessup, Maryland

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CHEN CELIA CHENG HSUAN CHEN A retired scientist and a resident of Silver Spring, MD, died unexpectedly at home at the age of 76 on October 30, 2015. Dr. Chen is survived by her husband, George Birnbaum; and her children, Tien-Seng Chiu and Tien-Yee Chiu. She was predeceased by her parents,...

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Dear, George, I was saddened to learn from Mary of Celia's death. I remember fondly the dinners you and she had w/ Elsie and me and a pleasant (under the circumstances) ride she gave me to Reston after Gerry's funeral. Though we did not meet often, it was often enough for me to know how she'll be missed.

Walter Meyer

I am so sorry about your sudden passing
and want to express my sincere sympathy to George and the entire family

Celia,I have not had the pleasure to get to know you better but I will remember your always smiling and pleasant face at our meetings.Sadly I never skied with you either---hope you have a peaceful transition into this other world and inspite of not getting to know you better I will miss you!!!

George, I was at the memorial service today but didn't have a chance to personally give you my condolences. I am so sorry and am thinking of you and Celia's family. Mary Ann McNamar (from ski club and bridge)

Nov. 15th, 1953 in Wulai, Taiwan. Celia (14) standing behind Vera and Janice.

My dear, since I met you in Hong Kong 66 years ago, you had been nothing other than an inspiration to me. It was an honor and pleasure for me to have known you. You lived your life to the fullest. Now, please rest in peace, my friend.

Our sincerest sympathy to her family and loved ones on the passing of Celia. Celia's life, since our Columbia days, has been inspirational, constantly discovering and expanding, intellectually curious, and intense involvement. We do mourn the loss of a giant. We will always treasure the memory that she made a difference in our lives.