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John Tang, 67 passed from this life on Monday, August 13, 2012. John was born in Phoenix, Arizona on March 26, 1945. He was the fourth born of 7 children to Len Sing and Cow Won (Louise) Wong Tang. John was a long time resident of Tempe, AZ. John attended Phoenix Union High School, honorably discharged from the Army, and obtained a management degree from Arizona State University in 1971. Early on he worked for Tang's Market and Tang's Imports and retired in 2005 from the City of Phoenix after 25 years of service in the Finance and Purchasing Division. He was a true sports enthusiast, loyal fan of Arizona State University sports, Arizona Cardinals, and the Phoenix Suns. He also regularly attended AZ Diamondbacks, Rattlers, and Mercury games. John was an active member of the Thomas Tang American Legion Post 50 of Phoenix. John was much loved and respected for his selfless giving of his time to help others at all times by his family and friends. He will be dearly missed by his untimely passing.
His parents preceded him in death. He is survived by his constant companion, Jeanna Wong; siblings Jimmy; Florence Tanori (Frank); Ida Leong (Jim); Grace Lee (Victory); Helen Kawamoto (Jack), and Jeffery (Lil). Immediate nieces and nephews, Cindy (Dan) Klingberg and children Maddison and Eric; Leona (Jack) Jue and children Joshua, Gabrielle, and Jett; Vanessa Tang; Francine (Dan) Pote and children Carter and Spencer; Felicia (Steve) Kamins and children Alexandra, Tailor and Jackson; Travis and Tara Leong; Heather (Alan) Wong and children Sabrina and Madeline; Ryan (Debbie) Lee; Justin Lee; Jason, Jerika, and Jorden Kawamoto and numerous cousins.
Visitation and Services will be held at Greenwood Memorial Lawn Mortuary, 719 N. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ. Visitation is on Friday, August 24, 2012 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Celebration of John's life will be held Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. with burial services immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Thomas Tang American Legion Post 50, c/o George Ong, 4408 E. Hearn Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85032. Additional information at greenwoodmemorylawn.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Tang
Jim Mack
August 20, 2013
I was randomly doing a search for Tang's Imports to see if it would lead to any old friends, and indeed it did. I didn't know that John had passed away. We worked together at the 20th St. Tang's in the 70's--I was his night manager and then he flexed his schedule so that I could practice in the evenings with a band that I had joined. He didn't have to do that, but he had a generous heart and really cared about people.
What a great guy. The world is definitely a poorer place without Johnny. He always had a ready smile and an encouraging word. I wish we had reconnected before his death. It was an honor to know him.
Lauren Kelly
August 24, 2012
Dear Jeanna and Tang Family,
I will miss Uncle Johnny and his smile and sense of humor. I'm glad that Tom and I and my parents were able to join many of you earlier this year for dinner. With love, Lauren
Danny Ong
August 24, 2012
August 24, 2012
Johnny – the last time we saw each were at dim sum, 2007 and you still look the same friendly, funny which make you a kind, and gentle person.
When we were younger we often come to your parents' home and play with you and your brothers and sisters – I still remember the time when we collected soda caps, the prize was a bicycle, and lost by ½ pound.. I will always cherish this moment of time.
May God bless you and you rest in peace; our prayers and condolences to your family.
Danny & Mary Ong, Brighton, MA
Sharon Dwyer
August 23, 2012
Jeanna and Tang Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of John's sudden passing. My sympathies to you all for such a great loss.
John was a very kind, thoughtful gentleman and a good friend. I had the pleasure of working with him in the mid-80s when Purchasing was Materials Management. John brought a daily dose of humor to the workplace and introduced me to dim sum. I will always remember the Baskin Robbins ice cream cake he brought to the office for my 21st birthday, and the great appreciation we shared for the "Boss" (Bruce Springsteen). So many good memories; John will be truly missed.
Anna Marie Dragonetti
August 23, 2012
My condolences to John's family. I worked with John at the City of Phoenix and there wasn't a day that John didn't put a smile on my face with his special sense of humor. He was a true gentleman and will be missed.
John you were very special and I was happy to have known you. Cordially, your friend Anna.
August 21, 2012
Dear Johnny, J.T., you most definitely be missed by many! I will always remember the many years we worked together in purchasing for the COP. All your stories about your family members, from your parents down to your youngest niece or nephew and of course of "Companion" Jeanna and all her shoes! ;) You always brought a smile and a story to each day. Your kindness and generosity were unsurpassed! I know that you will continue to watch over all your loved ones from heaven. My sympathy and God's blessings to all your family and especially to Jeanna <3 Rest in Peace Johnny! Your friend, Toni Gavazzo
Leslie Ducharme
August 20, 2012
Goodbye Mr. Tang. You were an integral link in a very strong family chain.
August 20, 2012
With much sympathy to the Tang Family,
We are so very saddened to hear the loss of John. Your loss is also our loss, as close as our families are to each other. We will truly miss John's positive attitude and contagious smile. Jeanna, our heart goes out to you and we pray that the Lord gives you the strength and continues to heal your heart. Cherish and share those memories forever. Mark and I (Joni) had the pleasure of bowling alongside John, always encouraging us along the way. John, give Crane a big hug for us.
~ The Fung Family and The La Caria Family.
Henry Hom
August 20, 2012
JT..we do miss you..you were a gentleman to everyone..always fun and helpful..you will be missed at dim sum and at the annual bowling banquet (where you always had an invitation)..
from way back to our ASU days to the present, I'm glad to have known you as a friend. You left us way too early.
Kathy Nuckols
August 20, 2012
My dear friend JT - a coworker and friend - I will always remember you and am so very glad to have known you.
Vanessa Tang
August 20, 2012
Uncle Johnny, I thank you for all that you did for our family. You were always there for us, and never asked for anything in return. I'll miss your dry humor, and hearing your opinions on your favorite sports teams. You'll always be in our hearts.
Love, Vanessa (your #7 niece :) )
Joyce Dass
August 20, 2012
my dear friend John....I will be thinking of you often, tho sad, I will always smile when I do.
August 20, 2012
Uncle John,
We love and miss you.
Steve, Felicia, Alexandra, Tailor and Jackson Kamins (Thousand Oaks, CA)
Andria Jackson
August 20, 2012
To the Family of John Tang,
I worked with John at the City of Phoenix for a few years before he retired. It was a pleasure working with him and I am truly sorry for your loss. He will always be in my prayers.
Andria Jackson
City of Phoenix
Finance Purchasing
Kathy Baker-Guzman
August 20, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to John's entire family. I use to work with John back in the 80's and I hope that all the memories that John made during his life help bring you all some comfort during these difficult days ahead. RIP John!
Joe Duarte
August 20, 2012
My prayers go out to the family. Thinking of you and hope you find comfort in special memories.
Tolman & Sandra Ng
August 20, 2012
To the Tang Family,
We are very saddenned for your loss. We will always remember Johnny from our days at the bowling ally and the Cardinal games. We will dearly miss him. We will always remember his smiling face and his sense of humor. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Cindy Klingberg
August 20, 2012
Dear Uncle Johnny - So grateful that you were a part of my life. I will always hold you in my heart and the many memories of you. Thank you for being so supportive of me and and our family. I miss you. Your loving niece, Cindy
Steve&Sharon Lew
August 19, 2012
Johnny we are going to miss you,your smile,kindness and the way we razzed each other about the UofA ASU rivalry. We pray you are in Heaven with the lord Jesus. Our prayers and condulences to your family.
Victor Ong
August 19, 2012
My heartfelt sympathies go out to John's family and friends. I grew up with him and his sisters in Phoenix, and I remember that he always had a good sense of humor. Rest in peace, John
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