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1926
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2015
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Oakland, California
Emma Mar Obituary
Sept. 7, 1926 – Sept. 16, 2015
Resident of Oakland
Emma Wong Mar passed away in her home in Oakland, CA after a brief illness, shortly after her 89th birthday.
Emma was an outspoken political activist and socialist for most of her adult life. She remained interested and engaged in politics and current affairs up until the end of her life.
Emma was warm-hearted and generous in spirit and a very open and compassionate person. She is survived by her husband Henry, their two children JoAnn and Craig, her three sisters Estelle, Mabel, and Gloria, and many nieces and nephews.
There will be a celebration of her life at the Chapel Of The Chimes in Oakland. This is a private service for friends and family.
For more on Emma, visit http://www.kalwfolk.org
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