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Jeffrey Cheng Obituary
Jeff, a pilot with Ravn Alaska, flight instructor, telemark skier, rock climber, mountain biker, comedian, artist, designer, seamster, furniture builder, loyal friend, devoted son, cherished husband and super-dad, filled each day with passion and joy.
Jeff was born in San Francisco, Calif., and graduated from San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design. He trained as a pilot at Rainier Flight Service.
Jeff and his wife Emily moved to Alaska in 2016, where they quickly made good friends and a warm home in Anchorage.
Jeff is survived by his loving wife, Emily Mosites; his beautiful son, Elias Cedar; his mother, Barbara Hubler; his father, James Tah Cheng; his brother, Brandon; his sister, Carlyann; as well as dozens of loving family and friends who miss him dearly.
A memorial service will be held at the Alaska Aviation Museum, 4721 Aircraft Drive in Anchorage, on Friday, March 15, 2019, at 4 p.m.
Donations can be made to establish a flight training fund in Jeff's name at www.dreamtofly.net.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Cheng
Loan Nguyen
March 28, 2019
To Barbara and Jeff's family, Quan and I were so saddened to learn of Jeff's death. Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss and you are in my heart and prayers.
March 25, 2019
To the family of Jeffrey Cheng. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts and bring you peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. 2 Thessalonian 2:16 & 17.
03/25/2019
California
DW
March 20, 2019
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.
Justin Brown
March 19, 2019
We are related to Emily but I never had the opportunity to meet Jeff or Cedar. We are all forced to come to terms with this new reality and it is a struggle. Our hearts are broken and we can't express our sympathies enough. And after learning about the kind of person Jeff was in life, I find myself missing him on a personal level. Without knowing him, I know now that he was a bigger-than-life great and truly wonderful man. Gratefully, his qualities will not pass, but be a part of everyone who knew him. Emily, we love you and pray for you and Cedar.
Kathleen (K) Henry
March 19, 2019
I was a best friend to Barb growing up in Bellevue, Ohio. I remember meeting Jeff when he was a baby. Barb and I were both visiting Ohio, and she introduced him to me. I still have a very clear picture of the two of them in my mind, sitting on my parents' couch on Arlington Drive. Jeff was only a few months old and Barb was so happy with him sitting there on her lap. My condolences to Barb, Carly, Sandy, Al, Lois, and the many, many other people whose lives were obviously enriched by knowing Jeff. I am so sorry.
Wayne Colwell
March 19, 2019
I was shocked and deeply saddened when I learned of Jeff's passing. Jeff and I were house-mates in Seattle. Emily, you are definitely in my thoughts. I am so very sorry for your loss. It was always a pleasure to have you and Jeff around the "manor"
Robert Taylor
March 17, 2019
He was one of a kind, a excellent coworker, a good friend, and a great roommate!
Istanbul, Turkey
Denis Cheng
March 17, 2019
For those who would like to see some photos of remembrance of Jeff, I've made up a personal photo memorial for him on my facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/spacemandc It features photos of the trips we took together when he was an exchange student in Hatfield, England in 2008. Jeff's Uncle Denis
Roger and Joyce Kinney
March 17, 2019
We send our deepest sympathy to Barb and Carly, and Jeff's beautiful family, and our dear friends, Al and Lois. What a tragic loss.
Joan Fletcher
March 17, 2019
Barb and all, My sympathies to all of you. Jeffrey sounds like an amazing young man. I wish I had had the pleasure of knowing him. My prayers and love are being sent to all of you as you mourn his loss. Joan (Kinney) Fletcher
Co-worker at Ravn Alaska
March 16, 2019
It was always such a pleasure working with Jeff. He will be very much missed by so many. My heart goes out to all of Jeff's family and loved ones. May his legacy live through his son...
Denis Cheng
March 16, 2019
My heart aches knowing what a terrible loss this is for Emily and Elias and all the rest of the family. I certainly know what an inconsolable loss it is for me I will always remember, and sorely miss, the many good times I had with you, Jeff. Eternal peace and love to you, dude, from your Uncle Denis
Will always remember the good times we shared, Jeff. My heart goes out to your mom, Barb, dad, Jim, wife, Emily, and son, Elias. Peace and Love, dude.
Your Uncle Denis... forever...
March 15, 2019
Brandy Still
March 15, 2019
No words will ever be enough to describe how amazing Jeff was and how lasting of an impact he made on everyone he knew and loved. It's truly devastating that this happened. My whole heart goes to his wife, son, family, and to all those who surround them today.
Rosa Key-Schwartz
March 15, 2019
We mourn with Emily and family in this untimely loss. With deepest sympathy from fellow USPHS Scientist Officer.
Renn Rice
March 15, 2019
I am so sorry Jim.
Circa 1995. Mark, Jeff, Carly, Melanie & Dylan.
Dave Mackeben
March 15, 2019
Very painful to learn of Jeff's passing and I regret not having contact with him as he grew into such a wonderful person. Barb - I have many fond memories of visiting your family. Jeff was a super "kid." My condolences and prayers to everyone.
Ken and Ann Green
March 14, 2019
Barbara, you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Such a tragic loss for a wonderful person.We will always remember the wonderful times Jeffrey had in Linwood Park. Praying for you and your family.
Polly Sapakie
March 14, 2019
The JCC Brotherhood Way Preschool family sends deep and sincere sympathy to Jeffrey's family, including our beloved Teacher Carly, his sister.
Sue Prochaska-Galicz
March 14, 2019
Barbara, we are keeping you and your family in light and prayer. So extremely saddened by this tragic loss...the Prochaska Sisters
Cheryl Sullivan, 151 First Side
March 14, 2019
Emily,
I am so sorry for your loss. The love of friends and family will help carry you through your grief. But for now, they will mourn with you and Elias and that will give you strength to endure this most devastating time.
My heart goes out to your whole family...
Tammy & Fred Errigo
March 14, 2019
Barbara:
Our hearts go out to you and prayers with you & family in your time of sorrow.
May God bless you.
Tammy & Fred
Lynn Hood
March 14, 2019
Emily, you have been in my thoughts and prayers every day this week. May time passing allow you to focus on cherished memories and know that Jeff lives on in you and your sweet son. Trusting that family and friends are lifting you up.
From Julia's Mom
Pat Gagliano
March 14, 2019
Morrie & Sandy, I send healing thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Sandy Smith
March 14, 2019
Maurice and Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers.
Martha Dorrell
March 14, 2019
My heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to you all. May God keep you in his care as you grieve this tragic loss.
Martha Dorrell
Paul Whitman
March 14, 2019
I am truly sorry and saddened for your loss. My prayers for peace and strength are with you. My words cannot heal but my God can and will be with you. He will give you peace and strength for His love for you is above all.
Danielle Bell
March 14, 2019
Barbara, Sandy, Dr Scherrens and
I know your hearts are broken! You are all in my prayers. Hold tight to your faith and God will see you through!
Danielle
Ernest Worman
March 14, 2019
Dr's Sandy and Maurice Scherrens, family and friends; here at Newberry College, we as a community are with you in prayer and spirit. We lifted you in prayer yesterday in chapel. We are saddened by your loss.
Lorena Cassetta
March 13, 2019
To Barbara, Carly, and family: my very sincerest condolences on the tragic loss of your beloved Jeffrey, a true Financial Aid son. Barbara always encouraged him to challenge himself and follow his dreams, something he succeeded in doing. Much love,
Amy Cosner
March 13, 2019
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends in this terrible loss from the entire Walker Family from Bellevue, OH. Sending prayers for comfort and peace to all during this very difficult days. Barb & Sandy, thinking of you both.
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