Jee Gay

Jee Gay obituary, San Antonio, TX

Jee Gay

Jee Gay Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 9, 2011.
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Jee Gay (Wong Nam Wah) passed away peacefully at his home on May 2, 2011 at the age of 86. He was born in Canton, China on Dec. 20, 1924. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II and a proud American Patriot. He enjoyed his reunions with his fellow veterans in the 407th Service Squadron. After the war, he married his beloved wife Yook Ling on July 4, 1947. He worked at the family grocery store before he bought it and became the proud owner of Sun Shing Supermarket. After more than 30 years, he retired. Jee enjoyed spending time with his family, watching sports, playing cards, and reading the Wall Street Journal. He exemplified honesty, integrity, and a strong work ethic which he passed on to his children. He is survived by his beloved wife Yook Ling; his loving daughters Lillian Choi, Lila Woo, and Liming Mok; son Arthur Gay; sons-in-laws Larry Choi, Chiu-Yuen Gene Woo, Dr. William Mok; daughter-in-law Wendy Gay; and brother Gim C. Wong. He is the grandfather of 6 grandchildren Aimee Baillie, Carolyn Jones, Jennifer Gay, Andy Gay, Jessica Gay, and David Woo; 2 great grandchildren Connor Jones and Alexander Jones.
Service
Visitation will be Tuesday, May 10, 2011 from 5:00 PM -7:00 PM at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North. Funeral Services will begin Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at 11:30
AM at the funeral home. Interment to follow with military honors at Ft. Sam Houston
National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Chinese Baptist Church, 5841 W. Prue Road, San Antonio, TX 78249 or your favorite charity.


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Sam Fong Jr.

May 9, 2011

Gene: You and your family have my sincerest heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your father-in-law. May your memories of times shared grant you comfort and peace.

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