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WEI GAO

1967 - 2023

BORN

1967

DIED

2023

WEI GAO Obituary

Wei Gao

Oct. 3, 1967 - Feb. 4, 2023

After a ten year battle with cancer, Wei Gao quietly went to join Our Lord on February 4, 2023.

She is survived by her mother, Chunyan; her husband, Patrick Hall; and her daughter, Caroline Hall.

She was best known as a greeter at the Charleston, Illinois Walmart and enjoyed helping others.

A memorial service will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 903 Cleveland Avenue, Charleston, IL, beginning at 10:00 AM, on Saturday, February 25, 2023.

In Lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the American Cancer Society.

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

Published by Journal Gazette & Times-Courier from Feb. 18 to Feb. 23, 2023.

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Andrew M. White

February 25, 2023

Wei was the sweetest person I knew. Her pain and suffering are over. God bless her and her wonderful family.

Dr. Andrew M. White

Jacqui Worden

February 23, 2023

I didn't know Wei well, but I delighted in her smile and the love she expressed whenever our paths crossed. That beautiful spirit of joy and kindness continues. I will miss seeing her on campus or at Wal-mart.

Jacqui Worden

February 23, 2023

I didn't know Wei well, but I delighted in her smile and the love that she expressed whenever we saw each other. That beautiful spirit of kindness and joy continues.

Dr. Jerry Boyd

February 22, 2023

I am very saddened by Wei´s passing. She was a brilliant and selfless person whose courage and humility are inspiring.

Tina Funk

February 22, 2023

We will miss her greatly!

Laurel Hankins

February 18, 2023

Pat and Caroline I am so sorry. Praying for you guys!

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25

Memorial service

10:00 a.m.

Immanuel Lutheran Church

903 Cleveland Avenue, Charleston, IL

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