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Robert Tan Obituary
October 5, 1943 - March 13, 2023
New York, New York - Robert Tan passed away on March 13, 2023, in New York City after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Claudia (Mazur) Tan, Julianne Mazur (sister-in-law), Ruby (Carino) Tan (sister), Joseph Tan (brother), 15 nieces and nephews, predeceased by Joseph Tan (father), Corazon (Lopez) Tan (mother), Mario Tan, Emmanuel Tan, Thomas Tan (brothers), Paul Mazur (brother-in-law).
A Catholic Mass was held on March 19, 2023, in Forest Hills, NY, at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs for Robert by Father Frank Passenant, a close family friend. Friends and relatives attended the celebration; it was the feast of St. Joseph.
Born in Manila in 1943, Robert graduated from San Beda University (BS in business) and attended New York University in NYC. He was president of his firm, an estate manager, and a financial consultant, which entailed international travel. He met his wife, Claudia, in Paris, France, in 1977. A civil marriage was held in Baguio at Camp John Hay on October 5, 1980. When they returned to the States, a wedding was held at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs on July 5, 1981.
San Francisco was their home in the 1980s before settling in Forest Hills. His wife worked in the aviation industry for Trans World Airlines and was based out of JFK airport.
Mr. Tan and Claudia, with many volunteers (from New York, Los Angeles, and Manila), ran a charity in Caloocan, Philippines, Lady of Lujan Orphanage, for ten years. The orphans had an elaborate Christmas dinner party with Santa Claus, elves, and gifts each year. An outing was scheduled at the Enchanted Kingdom, a local amusement park.
Robert's father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Lorrie Mazur (deceased), lived in Bellingham, WA, after being transferred from Mobil in Buffalo, NY, when the refinery closed in 1981. Robert visited for holidays and vacations. His family thought Bellingham was charming and peaceful and was chosen as the family burial site. On April 27, 2023, a memorial service and burial will be held at Bayview Cemetery.
Robert was a loving husband and an accomplished chess player who enjoyed sailing and making friends worldwide.
Donations in Robert's memory may be given to a local orphanage.
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Memories and Condolences
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Stephen Harris
March 26, 2024
Robert Tan was a man of faith, and a loving husband to his wife Claudia.
May his faith filled soul, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, and may perpetual light shine upon him forever.
Steve Harris & Jaime Reyes
Julianne Mazur
April 12, 2023
To my dearest sister. May God give you strength and guidance during this sorrowful time. Robert was a kind and loyal husband and friend. He will be greatly missed by everyone.
Julianne Mazur
April 12, 2023
My dearest sister, may God give you strength and guidance during this sorrowful time. Robert was a kind and loyal husband. He will be greatly missed.
Edith Cabali
April 4, 2023
My deepest sympathies to Claudia and the rest of the family. May Robert rest in eternal peace in heaven!
Margie Fronczak
April 4, 2023
I didn't know Robert very well but, I did enjoy both you coming and visiting us in Buffalo, he will be missed so sorry for your loss. Just cherish your memories.
Steve Harris
April 3, 2023
Robert was a kind, loving man who enjoyed life with a smile always on his face. He made the world a better place by just being in it. May his dear wife Claudia´s heart be comforted knowing how much this man was loved and admired.
Steve Harris
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