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Tung Chin Obituary
Tung L. Chin, 79, passed away April 18, 2019 after a long illness, surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born in Canton, Guangdong, China July 23 , 1939. Due to the emigration of his father and younger brother to the U.S. at nine years of age he became head of his family, supporting his mother, grandmother, and two sisters.
He survived the Japanese occupation, famine and a cultural revolution. In 1980, he also emigrated to the U.S. with his pregnant wife and three children.
Tung served as a head chef in various Chinese restaurants throughout the east coast. He opened his family restaurant in 1988 on Copley Rd., then finally in 2001, moving to what we know as Chin's Place in Market Street. He worked tirelessly with his family to create a legacy.
He knew and practiced kung fu, was an avid gardener, beekeeper, and Chinese chef. Tung was selflessly devoted to his family and his values.
He is survived by his wife, Pik; children, Sam, Kwock (Jade), Elaine, Wayne; grandchildren, Thomas, Alex, Eric, and Kaitlin.
Calling hours 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday at Ciriello & Carr Funeral Home, 39 S. Miller Rd. in Fairlawn, where funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 24, 2019.
Interment at Chestnut Hill Memorial Park.
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Kipp Buehrle
April 25, 2019
So very sorry for your loss.
Emily Christoff
April 24, 2019
Dear Mrs. Chin, Elaine, and Family...I am greatly saddened to hear of the loss of your precious father. It was always a pleasure to say hello while in the restaurant, he was a dear gentleman. May our Heavenly Father grant you much strength and wisdom in the days to come. Memory Eternal Tung L. Chin...life well lived...
Donald and Toni Manes
April 23, 2019
My Family and I are very sorry for everyone's great loss and we're Praying for you all.
April 23, 2019
We are so sorry that the Chin family has lost their father. Our prayers are with you all through this hard time.
-Jessica, Ryan and Jonathan Rea
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DR
April 23, 2019
Chin Family, I am so very sorry for the loss to your family. May the God of comfort be with you in your time of need.
Maria Perris
April 22, 2019
Elaine and Family,
Our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your father. May God rest his soul and may his memory be eternal. May you find comfort in the knowledge that he is at peace. Alex and Maria Perris
LF
April 22, 2019
My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort sustain you during this difficult time and beyond
Charles Small
April 21, 2019
To the family:
I am sorry to hear of this sad news. Mr Chin was a fine man and I appreciated the talks that we had in the past. He had a great spirit.
God bless the family.
Jeanne Bister
April 21, 2019
I didn't know Mr. Chin. I have gone to his restaurant many times. My brother knew the family. I will keep you in my thoughts over the coming months.
Rick and Jeanne Cline
April 21, 2019
Elaine, we are so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
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Apr
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5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Ciriello & Carr Funeral Home - Fairlawn39 S Miller Road, Fairlawn, OH 44333
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