Fred W. Liu

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Fred Liu Obituary

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LIU, Fred Dr. Fred W. Liu, age 84, of Atlanta passed away April 24, 2010 after a short illness. He was born on January 29, 1926. After obtaining his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry in Shanghai, China, he came to the United States to pursue his graduate studies at Temple University in Philadelphia. He obtained his doctoral degree in Chemistry at Lehigh University. After working with some chemical companies for some time he started his own company, Continental Trading Company, specializing in handling specialty chemicals. He continued working until two weeks before his demise. His late wife, Kathleen, passed away eight years ago. He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law Andrew and Bessie Liu of Atlanta and his nephew and wife, Dr. Lai Yuan and Linda Liu of Miami, nieces, May Harn Liu, May Ling Liu and May Ting Liu and also nephew and wife Chi Yuan and Yue Yin Liu and cousin Mrs. Helen Auyang of Hong Kong and her family and two grandnephews Andrew and Alexander Liu and two grandnieces Laura Liu and Christina Crunk. Funeral Services will be held at Northside United Methodist Church, 2799 Northside Drive NW, Atlanta, 30305, with visitation at 2:00pm and funeral at 3:00pm on Sunday, May 2, 2010. Interment will follow in Arlington Memorial Park. Arrangements made by H.M Patterson and Son, Sandy Springs, GA. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Northside United Methodist Church.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Apr. 28, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Fred Liu

8 Entries

March 5, 2011

Rest in peace Uncle Fred. It is a surprise that I found this obituary. You and late Aunt Kathleen were at my wedding at Houston Texas with my Ex wife, Helena Auyang. Helena is the daughter of Uncle Fred's cousin Mrs. Helen Auyang in Hong Kong. Good bye my friend.
Victor Cheung-2011

May 25, 2010

I've found myself missing him more than I thought possible.. I didn't think his passing would affect me as it did, considering he was my employer. But, somehow, over the last 10 years, he'd become a part of me. His silly jokes and quirky mannerisms..

Mary Elizabeth Anderson

May 7, 2010

Uncle Wei-Jui taught me to delight in the company of others, and to take joy in the theatricality of everyday life. During my childhood, Uncle Wei-Jui and Aunt Katy shared their home with Morris, a much beloved cat. Uncle Wei-Jui enjoyed photographing Morris in uncanny poses: playing chess, wearing a birthday hat... running for president!
I will always remember Uncle Wei-Jui's spritely spirit, his smile, his laughter, and his imagination.
What a treasure of a man.
With love and fondness,
Mary Elizabeth Anderson (grand niece)
Birmingham, MI

Helena Pieratt

April 30, 2010

Everybody should have an Uncle Wei-Jui.
I first met him almost sixty years ago when, having recently completed his doctoral studies, he came to Atlanta where he met my Aunt Kathleen Elliott through the International Club of Atlanta.

As a visitng teenager from Cincinnati, I was thrilled when he and my aunt invited a girlfriend and me to attend a dance at the International Club. We actually danced the Tango, and were treated then and many times after to authentic Chinese cuisine, meticulously ordered in the Chinese language. Uncle Wei Jui regaled us with descriptions of what we were eating and how it was prepared. He was especially fond of Birds' Nest Soup, Peking Duck and fish eyes.

He and Aunt Katy were always available and present for special occasions in Cincinnati - weddings, graduations and such. For very special events, he delighted in wearing the kilts purchased during a trip to Scotland.

He and my aunt enjoyed so many travels and loved their church and social lives, and their family in and near Atlanta, yet always had time for their Cincinnati family, for my four daughters and even the next generation including six grandchildren, their great-great nieces and nephews.

How we will miss him, as we miss all those dear ones gone before, yet we have loving memories to keep and many wonderful "Uncle Wei Jui" stories to tell.
Helena Elliott Anderson Pieratt
(niece) Cincinnati, Ohio

Sande Cropsey

April 29, 2010

I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Liu for 10 years. As I told him, he taught me so much. Recently, he came to Griffin to see a play I had written that was being produced. Twice, he told me "You work so hard." Coming from Dr. Liu that was high praise. I shall never forget how good he was to me and my family. As he often told me, "The world is run by middle men," of which he considered himself one. We will indeed miss this "middle man," who has gone on to be with his lovely wife Kathleen. Our prayers and sympathy are extended to the family. Sincerely, Paul, Sande, Justin & Brad

Carole Cook

April 28, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Liu. He will be missed by all of his many friends.

Holly Pennington

April 27, 2010

Uncle Wei-Jui will be back with Aunt Kathleen now taking care of her in heaven as he did so well here on earth! We will very much miss his humor and the joys of learning about and dining on the finest "real" chinese foods!! The evening naps and upon awakening he would say he was waiting for his soul to return. Or the time he stopped traffic in Downtown Atlanta for us to cross a busy street! So many interesting and fun times will be greatly missed. Uncle Wei-Jui lived a full life on earth and enjoyed his fellowship with his Sunday School At Northside. We miss you Uncle Wei-Jui!! Holly Pennington and family (niece, Birmingham, Alabama)

Nicole Andreyko

April 27, 2010

I remember when he first taught me how to play chess and use chopsticks the right way. I always looked forward to that and picture taking, because he would never put his camera down. I'll miss you Uncle Wei-Jui.

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