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Wood Moy

Berkeley, California

1918 - 2017

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Wood Moy

June 10, 1918 - November 08, 2017

June 10, 1918 - November 8, 2017Wood Moy was the son of Dong Dubb Moy and Mee Yung Oy. He was born in Canton City, China in 1918 and came to the United States in 1921. He attended St. John's University in Shanghai but returned to the United States...

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During the time I worked at East Wind the highlight of almost every workday was lunch. We would all (3 or 4) go out to one of the local restaurants and it has left some treasured memories. Woody liked to tell stories of his days in NYC or special moments he was enjoying with his sons. Cynthia's arrival was such a joy for him. He always spoke so fondly of Mamie. It was obvious that he did not just love her but was IN LOVE with her. I was so pleased that Woody and Mamie and Henry and Sylvia...

My wife Virginia and I had the honor to be at Woody's family memorial on January 14. 2018. Woody was my older sister Sylvia Louie's brother-in-law so I remember him as this very kind and thoughtful man at various family gatherings. However, at yesterday's memorial upon learning of his early years and long interest in theater and film, I fully realized how modest and unassuming he was about his life and many accomplishments.

So I am reminded of Sherwin B. Nuland's words in his...

Wood was an amazing blend of passion, commitment, intelligence and most of all kindness. His generosity of spirit was a great gift to all of us who benefited both from his pioneering and his sharing his time and talent with us. Both he and Mamie brought light wherever they went. I am grateful to have known them both.

I'll always remember your and Aunt Mei's gentle natures, homemade Christmas cards and your visits to see us in Montreal and Atlanta. Rest In Peace, Uncle Woody.

Being his youngest brother, we were separated by age and distance. That said, whenever we met he was always open, greeted us warmly and made us feel as family. He will be missed.

Rest in Peace, Woody. While in my teens, I worked at East Wind from June 1958 to May 1960. Woody was the calming force vs. Henry's anxieties. Both were gifted artists and wonderful gentlemen. The whole family would help during rush jobs - Mamie, Sylvia, Eva, Dorthea. I shared in a special time - Henry meeting Sylvia resulting in marriage and family life for him in his 40's. Cynthia's arrival. My wedding and birth of a son. I cherish many lessons learned from Woody that have stayed with...

A gentle man, observant, mindful, as well as an influential participant in the evolution of Chinese American culture.

Condolences to family and friends. I knew him at AATC. A kind, gentle man. RIP, Woody