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Judy Chan-Tong Obituary

Judy Chan-Tong
Mar 29, 1951-Mar 19, 2013
Resident of Hercules
Judy Lorraine Chan-Tong, 61, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at her home in Hercules, California.
Judy was born in Oakland, California to Wayne and Lily Chan. She graduated from El Cerrito High School and attended Contra Costa College. Judy worked at Doctors Medical Center (formerly Brookside Hospital) in San Pablo for over 30 years. She started as a radiology transcriptionist, was promoted to secretary for the radiologists, and, for her last 6 years, was an IT analyst. Judy found a great deal of joy in an unpretentious life. She took much pleasure in shopping, dining out, traveling, and celebrating life with her family.
Judy was preceded in death by her father, Wayne Chan.
Judy is survived by her husband of 28 years, Arnold Tong, step-son, Ryan Tong, mother, Lily Chan, brother, Michael Chan (Kieran), sister Donna Chan-Brownrigg (Edwin), nieces and nephews Katie Chan, LT John Chan, USN, Jason Brownrigg, and Mary Christian Mammana, mother-in-law, Lillie Tong, sisters-in-law Teresa Sakahara (Steve), and Mona Nelson, and niece Stacy Amorim.
Please join us for a Memorial and Celebration of Life for Judy at Sunset View Cemetery Association, 101 Colusa Ave., El Cerrito, CA on Saturday, 6 April 2013 at 1:00 PM. The family will be celebrating Judy's life by wearing purple, Judy's favorite color. Guests are also invited to wear something purple.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to UCSF, PO Box 45339, San Francisco, CA 94145-0339. Please make checks payable to the "UCSF Foundation". On the memo line please write "MMTI (allocation: B2498)", and "In memory of Judy Chan".

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Contra Costa Times on Mar. 29, 2013.

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Don Gosney

December 20, 2020

I had the pleasure of knowing Judy when she was a younger woman. Her baby sister was a close friend of mine and I spent a fair amount of time with the family over a six year period.

I always enjoyed Judy's company and have thought about Judy and the family frequently since that time.

Don Gosney

May 7, 2017

I knew Judy for a brief time during the 70's and have very fond memories her. Just learned of her passing and it brings me great sorrow.

Monique Williams

April 10, 2013

I also worked with Judy for many years and she was the most wonderful person I have ever worked with. I am so sorry for your loss Arnie.

Me and my buddy Judy.

April 10, 2013

April 10, 2013

Judy in Lewisville, Texas outside of BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse where we had lunch.

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April 1, 2013

Judy was one of very best friend's and I will miss her famous giggle and bright smile.

Standing on the corner in Winslow, AZ

March 29, 2013

Judy on Route 66

March 29, 2013

Judy in Carmel

March 29, 2013

Jacque Rapp

March 29, 2013

Judy was a lovely person. I worked with her for many years and know she will be missed by many. My prayers are with your family.

March 28, 2013

Arnie Tong

March 28, 2013

To my beautiful and loving wife. I will miss you more than you can possibly imagine. Thank you for the wonderful years and memories together. I love you, Ju. Love, Arnie

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