Ruth Chee Obituary
Ruth Kwok Fai Chee, 89, went home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2025, due to heart failure. She passed peacefully, and her family gives thanks to God for her long life of faith, kindness, and love.
Born in Hong Kong. Ruth worked as a primary school teacher before marrying and moving to the United States, where she devoted herself to raising three children. She was known for her steadfast faith, gentle spirit, and deep love for her family- qualities that touched everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her devoted husband, AJan Chee; her son Edwin and his wife, Cathy, and their children Anna, Rachel, and Ellas; her son Conrad and his wife, Angie, and their children Calvin and Oliver.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 23, 2025 at Hayworth-Miller Kinderton Chapel with Rev. Francis Smith officiating.
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