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Bessie CHAN Obituary

CHAN, Bessie T. 10/24/1925 – 03/19/2019 Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, great-aunt and friend, Bessie Chan got her wings on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 she was 93. She is predeceased by her parents, Don Wah and Fok Yut; sisters, Rose, Mae, Luella, Esther, Dorothy, Dolly, and brother, Phillip. Bessie is survived by her husband of 68 years, Edward; son, Stewart (Sandy); daughter, Kathy; son, Scotty (Patty); granddaughter, Kenzie (Stephen); grandson, Morgan; grandson, Greg; granddaughter, Maddie; and sisters, Cupie and Norma. Bessie was born in Tucson where she lived all her life. Being the peacemaker of the family, she was always kind and generous to all. She will always be remembered for her cooking and baking skills. She could always whip up a great meal whether it was Chinese, American or Mexican cuisine and it was not the holidays unless you had one of her homemade tamales or cookies. The family request that In lieu of flowers donations be made to Ben's Bells Project or Youth on Their Own (YOTO). Funeral arrangements will be handled privately by the family. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Mar. 24, 2019.

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Chaylee Kohler

June 7, 2019

We will miss you Bessie, you are so loved.

March 27, 2019

My sympathy goes out to the family during your of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)-

March 26, 2019

My deepest condolences to the family. May God comfort your hearts and strengthen you all during this difficult time. -2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

BC~

Kate Jensen

March 25, 2019

Kathy was my best friend in high school and I spent a lot of time in Mrs. Chan's kitchen. She was patient and kind, a wonderful cook and a great role model for us!

JF

March 25, 2019

So very sorry loss for your great in death. Death certainly leaves a deep void in our hearts. Please find hope and comfort knowing that our loving creator will reunite you soon again on a of a loved one Paradise Earth. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

Neil Thrall

March 25, 2019

Hello Mr.Eddy Chan and family...MY parents Irv and Ginny Thrall...wish to send their thoughts and prayers to you and your family. We all shared many happy times during our bowling years. May Bessie rest in peace.

Bill Dluehosh

March 24, 2019

Hi Eddie,

So sorry to hear about Bessie's passing. All my thoughts and prayers to you.

Bill Dluehosh

Janice Simons

March 24, 2019

Scotty, Patty and family...our deepest sympathies. Janice and Dave

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