Chuan Ko Chi

In Loving Memory of Chuan Ko (Tom) Chi
1935 2025 Chuan Ko (Tom) Chi, aged 90, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of curiosity, loyalty to family, and a deep love of stories. Born in Xiamen, China, Tom spent his early years exploring the countryside before moving to the Philippines as a teenager. There, he met Rositathe girl who would become his beloved wife of nearly 60 years. As a young man, he moved to Brazil in search of opportunity, where he joined General Motors in So Paulo and made meaningful contributions to automotive manufacturing. Eventually, he reunited with Rosita in New York, and together they began their life in the United States. Tom and Rosita settled in New Haven, Connecticut, where they raised their two daughters, Claudine and Cynthia. He worked as an HVAC mechanic in the engineering department at Yale New Haven Hospital for more than 30 years. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and pursuit of continuous improvement, he left a lasting impression on colleagues and friends alike. He was certified by the Refrigeration Service Engineers Society in refrigeration and air conditioning and was a proud member of ASHRAE and RSES. A lifelong learner, Tom read widely on many topics, thoughtfully annotating passages in his neat, elegant handwriting. He had a signature styleplaid shirts and stylish hatsand enjoyed long walks around the neighborhood. A feminist in his own right, Tom never tied actions to gender. He was a steadfast partner to Rosita and instilled independence and responsibility in his daughters. Tom is survived by his devoted wife, Rosita; daughters Claudine (Michael) and Cynthia (Geoffrey); grandchildren who brought him endless joy; loving nieces and nephews; and dear friends who loved him like family. We will deeply miss his quiet strength, warm laughter, and mischievous sense of humor. Memorial Services Visitation: Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM Memorial Service: 11:30 AM Location: Cody White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford, Connecticut 06460 With Gratitude
The family wishes to thank The Clelian Center, the Alzheimer's Association of Connecticut, Orange Health Care Center, and AccentCare for their compassionate care and support. Family and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 11:30 a.m. at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford. In lieu of flowers, donations in Toms memory may be made to: The Clelian Center of Hamden, Connecticut. Alzheimer's Association of Connecticut
Services
Gathering of Family and Friends
Saturday
April 12, 2025
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cody-White Funeral Home
107 N. Broad Street
Milford, CT 06460
Prayer Service
Saturday
April 12, 2025
11:30 AM
Cody-White Funeral Home
107 N. Broad Street
Milford, CT 06460 To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Chuan, please visit our Tree Store.