Doron Chan Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Highland, New York

Doron Chan had always excelled in school and was well on his way to becoming an engineer when he left for Iraq. "I remember one of our awards assemblies for sixth-graders, he won almost all of the awards," said Charles Peter Watkins, a retired teacher and athletic director in Highland, N.Y. Spc. Chan, 20, of Highland, died March 18 in a vehicle accident near Balad, Iraq. His Army Reserve unit was based in New Windsor, N.Y. Chan was studying engineering and architecture at the State University of New York at New Paltz when he was called to active duty. Chan''s father, Tung Kwong Chan, said through a translator that his son was respectful to the elderly, played the drums and enjoyed bicycling and jogging. He said his only son loved the Army and was a good shooter.

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We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Chan Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May...

Charlie Gili

April 10, 2013 | Brooklyn, NY

Another hometown HERO from Highland, NY. I am honored to have know SPC Chan and is family with there restaurant. SPC Chan was always smiling and helping out I will never forget about him. Freedom Remembered our hometown HERO SPC Doran Chan. *Salute* Fallen HERO *Salute*.

Michelle Rosenberger

March 18, 2013 | Fort Myers, FL

On the 8th anniversary of his passing (March 18,2004), our family remains grateful for the service and sacrifice of Doron. We have not forgotten him.

March 17, 2013

To the family & friends of Doron Chan, I am sorry for your loss. Although it has been 8 years, I am still sorry for the loss of Mr. & Mrs. Chan's only son. I hope that the Chan family has been able to find some peace on their path.

July 16, 2012 | New Paltz, NY

March 18, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Doron Chan:
Always remembering Doron. "Some gave all."

Peggy Childers

March 19, 2012 | Carson City, NV

I served with SPC. Doran at the 411th. He was a great soldier. I remember just sitting with him at lunch time talking about the future. He was attending college and he wanted to be an engineer. Peace be with you Chan. You will always be remembered as a Hero.

SGT P

May 30, 2011

I went to school with SPC Chan. I remember about hearing about the accident and thinking we lost a great person. SPC Chan gone but not forgotten. A True American HERO.

Michelle Rosenberger

May 29, 2011 | Fort Myers, FL

To the family and friends of Spc. Doron Chan:
Please accept my remembrance of Doron on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Peggy Childers

March 18, 2011 | Carson City, NV

To the family of Spc. Doron Chan:
Please know that just as your loved one will forever remain in your hearts and minds, his sacrifice and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.

L Neal

March 10, 2011

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