John Y. Chien

John Y. Chien obituary, Philadelphia, PA

John Y. Chien

John Chien Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lambie Funeral Home - Philadelphia on Feb. 23, 2022.

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John Y. Chien age 68 passed away on February 20, 2022. John was the loving son of the late Tsu-Shao and Wen-Hua Chien. He was the beloved husband of Krystyna (nee Herok) for over 26 years. He was the loving father of Isabel Chien and Olivia Chien. He will also be sadly missed by his sister Lillian Yeh, brothers Thomas Chien, Alan Chien, cousin Timothy Huang, in-laws Gertruda and Pawel Herok, sister-in-law Jadwiga Mrozik, brother-in-law Piotr Herok, nieces, nephews and dear friends. John was a people person who befriended anyone. He volunteered for many years at the Polish Language School at St. Adalbert. He loved to travel with his family to Poland and Europe. He enjoyed trying all different types of food. He was always willing to help friends in need. He had a strong Christian faith and enjoyed reading the Bible but most of all he loved his family and was a dedicated husband and father. He never missed a concert, art show, dance or any activity his daughters took part in. As far as Krystyna, Isabel and Olivia are concerned he was the greatest father ever. Relatives and friends are invited to his Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday, February 26, 2022, 10:00 am at St. Adalbert 2645 E Allegheny Ave Philadelphia, PA 19134. He will be laid to rest in Our Lady of Czestochowa Cemetery in Doylestown. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in John's name to the St. Adalbert's Polish Language School 2645 E Allegheny Ave Philadelphia, PA 19134, would be appreciated. Please do not send flowers or plant a tree, family would prefer donations.

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