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Stella Yee Obituary
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Chip James
February 27, 2003
Lee, Sue, Ray, Ken:
How sadened I am to learn of Stella's passing. I am pleased and honored to have had an opportunity to work and know her since the mid 80's. What a great businesswoman, mother and wife. Many have been touched and benefited from her spirit and her generosity. The cable television industry is better for the innovations and developments that she and the family made.
Chip James
Steven Eng
February 14, 2003
Dear Susie,Ken,Ray & Family,
Our hearts go out to your whole family for the loss of your mom. I called your mom my Third Aunt and always remembered her to be a very kind and happy person. She always had something very nice and pleasant to say. I will always remember her and cherish my memories of her.
With love and our sympathy,
Steven & Jillian Eng & Family
Benny Lee
February 1, 2003
These are some of my fond memories of my Aunt Stella.
My first day in America and you and my family were at the airport to greet me. So happened it was my 12th birthday. I was starving and you bought me my first ham and cheese sandwich. It was the happiest day of my life seeing all my love ones after 10 years.
Soon after, you were courted by Uncle Lee when we were living together in New Rochelle, NY. What a whirlwind courtship that was. The Lee children were the beneficiary of that courtship. Uncle Lee bought my brother Donald and I each a 10 speed bike for Christmas. My Mom got a huge TV set. When Easter comes along Uncle Lee bought you the largest chocolate valentine heart I've ever seen. It was twice the size of a large pizza. The rest of us received huge chocolate eggs (size of a NFL football) stuffed with goodies. I remember one year Uncle Lee bought my Dad a huge stereo and Mom a refrigerator. On top of that, Uncle Lee and his employees at CBL electronics put up a new roof on our house. You had found the love of your life, Aunt Stella and the Lee family thought they had found a golden goose. We were joking among ourselves that we hope their romance will continue and if uncle Lee ever got mad at us, we could loose everything in the house.
Your wedding was magnificent. I believe the entire Lee family was on the wedding party. Mom and Dad gave you away and the rest of us were ushers and bride's maids. You looked so beautiful and so happy that day.
Then you moved away to Easton, PA to be with Uncle Lee. You would always call us every week. I always picked up your phone call first so that I could speak to you before you got long steamed with Mom for hours. YOu and Uncle Lee would come out often and we would play Mah Jong enjoying each others' company late into the night and sometimes the next morning.
Donald and I would look forward to Summer vacations because he and I would go stay with Aunt Stella for the whole Summer. We both were given token jobs so that we could earn spending money and Aunt Stella would make sure that we finished work early so that Uncle Lee would drop us off at Bushkill Park to go fishing. When we came back to the house you would always have dinner waiting regardless of how busy you were, running the cable business. I can still taste that one of a kind soy sauce chicken. I just don't remember you ever having a bad day. You always carried that effervescent smile and when you get excited you would say "Ay Ya!" (that means holly cow in Chinese).
I remembered visiting you in the Allentown hospital when Susie was born (August 8th, right Susie?). Aunt Stella, you were beaming with smile and so proud. Donald and I were so happy for you too.
Then I went away to College and didn't get to see you much anymore. No matter where and how far I go, those birthday and Christmas cards along with money just kept on coming. Now that I am older and wiser, I realize you were just sending your love to me.
Remembered my wife Sue, Philip and I visiting you on the day before you went to Heaven. You had tubes running all over your body. I knew you were very uncomfortable but you did not complain once. Your memory was sharp as ever. You even remembered putting me to sleep when I was two years old and that I would ask for milk and cookies first. You were telling us that you wish everybody would come today so that you can have a party. You were teaching my brother Philip and I the meaning of our Dad's second name that stood for the generation ladder in the Lee Clan. You were a picture of strength, courage, grace and dignity. You were the unsinkable Stella Yee that day.
Aunt Stella, you should be so proud of Susie, Ray and Kent. They've stood tall together throughout this whole ordeal. Their spouses Richard, Heather and Melissa provided great support. The viewing and the memorial services was perfect. It was indeed a celabration of your exemplary life not a mourning for your passing. There were pictures of love, family and friendship everywhere.
Uncle Gordon spoke so eleguently at the Service. He said Stella stood for LOVE and FORIVENESS and these words should forever burn in my mind. I like to add another word. You were a GIVER not a TAKER.
Aunt Stella, I don't think we are mourning for you for you've gone to a better place. We are mourning for ourselves for The loss of your generosity, kindness, strength, loyalty, friendship and love.
I feel so blessed and fortunate to have been loved by you. I'll keep this love in a corner of my heart next to the corner occupied by my father. I love you and I'll miss you. Hopefully learning from Dad and from you, I can also be a giver. Then we can meet again in Heaven someday.
Aunt Stella, I can visualize this as you enter those pearly white gates. Saint Peter would say to you. "Welcome Stella, a job well done. Our bookkeeper has just retired and God wanted you to be his replacement." Then you would exclaim "Ay Ya!"
Song Yin Koo
January 26, 2003
To My Cousin & Best Friend Stella,
I remember our close friendship from the days when we were young girls and classmates in the Province of Guong Dong, China. We have certainly shared a lifetime of many special and fond memories of the celebrations of our children, weddings, special birthdays, great chinese banquets, and chatting on the telephone for hours into the night. My most happy, joyous, and delightful times together were the days when you , Lee, Sue, Ray, and Ken would visit from Allentown, Pa. I would always cook Lee's favorite homestyle dishes of soy sauce squab and braised pig's knuckles .. thinking they must always crave for "special chinese delicacies" especially living so far away from Chinatown in New York City. (back in those days it took 2-3 hrs to drive, only route 22 existed ).
Recently, I was most fortunate and thankful that we were able to have our last opportunity to share a wonderful and beautiful Saturday together on the 19th of January. I know now, you are in God's safe hands and that you will always be in the Lord's company along with all the close friends and many dear relatives that have touched our hearts that passed.
I am sorry - I was not able to attend the wake at the Long Funeral home - but heard your viewing was truly beautiful with rooms and rooms of flowers, photos of your life's celebrations, with warmfelt condolences along with many close friends and family that traveled from afar. At your Church Memorial Service, you looked absolutely radiant and resting peacefully. I will always remember and cherish all the glorious years we shared - through the fun, fond, and special times. You would have been so proud of Sue - for she so eloquently spoke about your life's achievements as mother, wife, grandma, aunt, and the many friends that you have touched through-out your life! I even met and spoke to Rev. Edwina Aker at the luncheon and thank her for batizing you and shared our story of you and I attending Sunday Service at the First Chinese Presbyterian Church of New York City with my boys in the 1950's, before you married.
Stella... your precious children " Sue, Ray, and Ken " and husband Bark Lee whom you loved with all of your heart will miss you dearly - for they are absolutely the joys and laughter of your life. With the help and love of their new families Melissa, Richard, and Heather they have opened up their hearts and home to gather friends, families, sisters, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews,and grandchildren for the Celebration of your Life ! This week they have all worked very hard preparing and coordinating together your Memorial Services. It was very lovely and most touching....you would have been very proud of them all ! My Best Friend....I know you are now resting in Heaven watching over each and everyone.... being our Special Guardian Angel and keeping us safe! I will miss you dearly, and know in my Heart we will always be together through your beautiful and loving Children and their families! I promise I will be their second Mom to them all! Thank you so much for all your thoughtfulness, kindness, and generosity through-out the years, but especially the most your endless "Special Love and True Friendship" to me !
With all my Love, Song
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Dr. Alisa Kauffman
January 25, 2003
Dear Sue,
You are lucky you had such a great mother who taught you how to be such a great person. I am lucky that I had the pleasure of hanging out at your house knowing your mom would have the best fried rice waiting for us! Lehigh would not have been the greatest if it weren't for you and your family treating me like family.
I love you so much, and I am thankful that you have this great family surrounding you at this difficult time.
Love, Alisa
Gary Laubach
January 24, 2003
Dear Sue, Ken, and Ray,
I am very sorry that I cannot attend the viewing for your mother, but, as you know, Friday evening is a night of work for me. Luba and I would like to express our condolences to everyone. Our last memories of your Mom were on the night Bill Stone, your mother, Luba, and I had a wonderful evening at the Hanoverville Roadhouse enjoying dinner. I remember your mother being so proud of all of you and beaming every time she talked about the family. Obviously, your whole family holds a special place in my heart because you were always so kind to me and gave me the opportunity to move into a new vocation. Rest assured your mother was the happiest when she thought of the legacy she left in her children. I know how deeply you will miss her and the vibrancy she had before her illness. Those are the memories to keep.
With our love and sympathy,
Gary and Luba Laubach
John M. Cochran
January 24, 2003
Over the past four decades I have admired Stella for her integrity and compassion.
In the early days of their business she always had her kids in the office where she processed all the billing, receipts, disbursements and meals with two phones ringing, while the intercom squawked incessantly from the line crews. In all this confusion she remained pleasant and composed. She could reach into an enormous pile of papers on her desk and retrieve without hesitation whatever document she needed.
We have lost a truly good person who can never be forgotten.
John M. Cochran
Easton, PA.
Chris & Bethany Gray
January 24, 2003
Dear Ken, Ray and Sue –
We know that the last few months have been difficult for you and your family. It broke our hearts to see your mom’s health failing. She holds such a special place in both of our hearts. Although the time we’ve known her has been of different lengths, knowing her has affected us equally.
From a little kid running through the yard to a teenager sneaking beer in the house and then a married man being encouraged to have a baby, Chris has many fond memories of your mom throughout the years. We always laugh when we think of her calling out to “Chrissy Gray” and asking him “what is in that grocery bag?”. Of course the answer is always – “Just soda Mrs. Yee”. All are memories that bring a smile and he will always cherish.
As a new employee at Twin County, I vividly remember the first time I met Mrs. Yee. I had only been working a few days and this tiny woman came charging into the office saying, “It’s too hot! It’s too hot in here!”. Tina introduced me to her and she stood before me talking a mile a minute and I had almost no idea what she was saying. As I stood feeling at a complete loss, she broke into a broad grin, patted my arm and said “Hi Hi”. In that one moment she made me feel very welcome and happy to know her. And for the years I’ve known her since, as both an employee and a friend, she has always made me feel just as welcome and happy around her.
Together we’ll remember the numerous times your mom included us in family events and dinners, which were always an adventure in eating. Her unending desire to make sure everyone ate enough and leftovers were kept to a minimum, means that we will carry a piece of her in our hearts and on our waistlines.
We are both very sad to have lost her as a friend, but very glad to have known her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
With Sympathy and Love
Chris and Bethany
Mabel Fleury
January 24, 2003
Hi "Sarm Yee" (Third Auntie)and My Growing-Up Roomate:
For as far as I can remember, you were always a part of our family. Growing up in New Rochelle, NY, you and I shared a little bedroom where we stayed up many a nights talking about our day's events - my school activities, your bookkeeping/accouting courses which you later used to watch over (and I mean WATCH!) the most successful CATV business..you know, triple check every bill so you don't get ripped off!
We laughed at our over done perms, our attempts with make up, crushes we had..you even showed me packets of love letters, some in Chinese which you translated for me..CENSORED! X-RATED!
And remember all our outings to Bear Mountain, Atlantic City, visiting friends in Levittown, Yonkers, Brooklyn, Chinatown?
"Sarm Yee", you love unconditionally, you accept people for who they are, and your laugh, oh what a laugh..we can hear you miles away! And I know you are laughing now and want us to laugh with you because you are in a happy place with our dear great grandparents, grandparents, Daddy and Uncle David.
Our precious memories of you will keep you by our side always...
Laughing with you, Mabel :O)
Daisy Tam
January 24, 2003
Susan, Ray, Ken, and family,
Our family would like to offer our condolences for your tremendous loss. We have very fond memories of Stella. I vividly remember her contagious laugh and brilliant smile at Elaine's bridal shower. This is just one memory of how she cared for everyone she knew. We are thankful that we had a chance to know her as both a friend and as family. She is with God now but she will always be with us in spirit.
Colin, Daisy, Pauline, Irene Tam
Elaine and Han-Yang Lo
Tat Man Chan and Family
January 23, 2003
Dear Aunt Stella,
We'll miss you so much. You were such a great, kind, thoughtful, and generous person. Though you are not with us anymore, you will always live in our hearts.
Joyce Gong
January 23, 2003
My dearest Aunt Stella ,
You were such a warm hearted Aunt , that was very Special and caring ...........always with such a tender touch ! Your great spirit and energy was greatly loved, we always looked up to you with such admiration. Thanks for being my Mother 's Best of Best Friend from the early days in China throughout all of the wonderful celebrations! You always spoke your Words of Wisdom in such an elegantly and caring manner. Your endless devotion to Lee, Sue, Ray, and Ken was unconditionally very loving. We will miss you and always forever in our Hearts!
Love,
Frank , Joyce , Jonathan , & Ryan !
Lehigh Valley OCA
January 23, 2003
Dear Bark Lee, Susan, Kent, Ray and family:
All the members of the Lehigh Valley Organization of Chinese Americans wish to express our deepest sympathy at this time of your great loss and to offer to you our sincere condolences.
We will always cherish and remember the advices and supports which Stella had given to the LVOCA and the Lehigh Valley Chinese community both professionally and personally throughout the years. She will be greatly missed.
Our community has lost a kind, energetic and supportive member and a loving friend indeed.
Respectfully,
The Lehigh Valley Organization of Chinese Americans
Bob Koo
January 23, 2003
Dear Uncle Lee, Sue & Richard, Ray & Heather, Ken & Melissa,
It's impossible to love without giving. Auntie Stella -- thank you for sharing your life and love with us. For your love of talking. For your wisdom. For your friendship. For your leadership. For your generosity. We will always remember all the lives you have touched.
"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; ad there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away." Revelation 21:4
With our love,
Bob, Shirley and Grant
January 23, 2003
Linda Chao
January 23, 2003
Dearest Aunt Stella,
You will be dearly missed. Your thoughtfulness and unselfish, caring & loving nature will be missed but my memory of you will live on in my heart. I will always cherish the times we have spent together and the great long conversations on the phone. Thank you for loving and caring for all us. Heaven is a beautiful place where you have eternal peace and no pain. It helps lessen the pain I feel to know that my Dad has now a loving sister to keep him company and to fuss over him. Love you forever, Linda
Roseann Affa
January 23, 2003
I was very sorry to see that Stella had passed away. I saw her last year for lunch with John Cochran. When I worked for Clyde Shade Agency, John, Stella and I would go to Gregory's for lunch to discuss business and family.
She was a wonderful friend, mother, wife and very loyal to her husband's company, Twin County Trans-Video.
Although I haven't seen Stella as much, since I retired from the insurance agency, I have vey fond memories of her and I know she will be missed very much by everyone who knew her.
God Bless you, Stella and may you rest in peace.
Chris & Bethany Gray
January 23, 2003
Dear Mr. Yee, Ken, Sue and Ray –
We know that the last few months have been difficult for you and your family. It broke our hearts to see your mom’s health failing. She holds such a special place in both of our hearts. Although the time we’ve known her has been of different lengths, knowing her has affected us equally.
From a little kid running through the yard to a teenager sneaking beer in the house and then a married man being encouraged to have a baby, Chris has many fond memories of your mom throughout the years. We always laugh when we think of her calling out to “Chrissy Gray” and asking him “what is in that grocery bag?”. Of course the answer is always – “Just soda Mrs. Yee”. All are memories that bring a smile and he will always cherish.
As a new employee at Twin County, I vividly remember the first time I met Mrs. Yee. I had only been working a few days and this tiny woman came charging into the office saying. “It’s too hot! It’s too hot in here!” Tina introduced me to her and she stood before me talking a mile a minute and I had almost no idea what she was saying. As I stood feeling at a complete loss, she broke into a broad grin, patted my arm and said “Hi Hi”. In that one moment she made me feel very welcome and happy to know her. And for the years I’ve known her since, as both an employee and a friend, she has always made me feel just as welcome and happy around her.
Together we’ll remember the numerous times your mom included us in family events and dinners, which were always an adventure in eating. Her unending desire to make sure everyone ate enough and leftovers were kept to a minimum, means that we will carry a piece of her in our hearts and on our waistlines.
We are both very sad to have lost her as a friend, but very glad to have known her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
With Sympathy and Love
Chris and Bethany
William Koo
January 23, 2003
To My Loving Auntie Stella,
May all the goodness you have given to this world be sent back to you tenfold. You will be embraced in my heart forever and I will miss you dearly. May you have a wondrous, glorious, and safe journey ! May your amazing legacy live on forever through the hearts of your loving family.
With all my Love, Billy
William Koo
January 22, 2003
Dear Uncle Lee, Sue + Richard,
Ray + Heather, Ken + Melissa
My warmfelt thoughts,prayers,and
sympathy are with you at this moment
in time. Aunt Stella was a big - hearted and wonderful lady that loved us all! She will be greatly
missed but her good nature, energy &
spirit will be embraced in our hearts forever! May all of the fond and wonderful times that we all shared........live within each and everyone of us - letting her legacy live to eternity. Although words seem to say so little, I hope they help in some small way to ease the sense of loss that you're experiencing today. Hold fast to your memories, to all of the cherished moments of the past,to the blessings and the laughter,the joys and the celebrations,the sorrow and the tears. They all add up to a treasure of fond yesterdays that you shared and spent together, and they keep the one you loved close to you in spirit and thought. The special moments and memories in your life will never change. They will always be in your heart, today and forevermore !
Love, William
Melissa Taylor Yee
January 22, 2003
To my wonderful mother-in-law,
I feel honored to have been a part of you life. You opened your home, welcomed me into your family, and mostly, you opened your heart to me and I am so thankful for that.
You taught me some wonderful Chinese dishes (which I know you may have left out that “special” ingredient ) I have learned a new culture (which I am still learning) and you taught me the value of coupons.
I am so lucky to have married your son, since I feel he has so many of your wonderful personality traits, that I can see you in his eyes.
Our lives will not be the same without you. And we will miss you terribly. But you will always be in our thoughts, dreams, and prayers.
But I do ask of one favor, since you and my father are in Heaven together, could you please teach him how to play Mahjong?
And one last thing, we promise to have your little BAMBINO !
I love you Mom!
Melissa
Tinamarie Ventre
January 22, 2003
I only met you once or twice but always knew and will always remember you as a very kind woman. Danielle and I always appreciated your thoughtfulness at holidays. And I know you will be highly missed from your family,friends and the community.
You are in our prayers and thoughts,
Tinamarie Ventre & Danielle Smith
Dr. Richard Martin
January 22, 2003
My dearest mother-in-law,
You taught us all so much... honesty, loyalty, and the true meaning of family.
I will never forget shopping at Eckerd for soda 5 for $10, then laughing with you as people at Weis paid $3.49 each. "Too much, Witcherd" you would tell me. "Too much!"
Thank you for letting me help you, and being part of your life.
I will always love you.
Witcherd.
Mary S. & Wing C. Lo
January 22, 2003
Stella,
You are our oldest and best friend. We miss your company very much.
We will always remember your kindness, thoughtfulness and generosity to everyone but yourself and the good times we had together for the last thirty plus years.
Susan Stametz-Hendershot
January 22, 2003
I am so grateful to have known a woman who had so much love to give. Mrs. Yee always had a smile on her face and loved to talk about her grandchildren. She always gave me advice on the plants in the office; I will miss her dearly and hold a special place in my heart for her. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sal Panto, Jr.
January 22, 2003
Although I have not seen Mrs. Yee in some time, I will always remember how she was the matriarch of a wonderful community-minded family in the Lehigh Valley. Her legacy will live on in the family she leaves behind. To Lee Yee, I am so sorry for your loss, she was a wonderful wife, mother, and most of all a caring person.
Ginger Jackson
January 22, 2003
There are no words for the loss of a mother. There is only time to heal that loss and the memories that made her so dear. Britany and I feel for your pain and the pain of all whom she has left behind. Each of you are in our hearts and prayers at this time.
Susan Yee
January 22, 2003
Dear Mom,
I miss you very much. I promise to raise Kayla the best I can with everything you taught me so I can try to be as good of a mom as you have been to me.
There is no one in the world that will match how much you mean to me.
Love forever,
Your daughter Sue Yee
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