Alvin Lim Soohoo

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Alvin Soohoo Obituary

SOOHOO, Alvin Lim
Son, brother, friend, left us at 1:00 AM on Friday, January 5, 2007, surrounded by his family after two years battling melanoma. Alvin was born in San Francisco Chinatown on Feb. 29, 1951, to Cantonese immigrants, Warren You Lim SooHoo, Hoi Ping, and Ellen Chan Kwai Gee SooHoo, Toisan. In Sacramento, Alvin grew up in the family's restaurant business where he cooked with the pleasure of giving. His infectious smile greeted customers at the SooHoo restaurants - Tea Cup Cafe (21st & L), Ming Palace, Ming Tree, Chinois East-West, Chinois City Cafe. When he wasn't cooking or baking his famous cheesecakes, Alvin was an avid runner and bicyclist. With good humor and the occasional wrong turn that runners behind him followed, a competitive Alvin completed marathons, biathlons and triathlons. Alvin's excellent health was no match for his disease. In excruciating pain, his kind smile graced his face. Nurses competed for space in a room crowded with family and friends. Alvin is remembered as the caring son of his ill mother, family diplomat, generous and devoted friend, survived by brothers Terry, David and Nelson; cousins Gilbert, Tom, Herbert and Howard Lee; sisters-in-law Sai-Ling Mao, Elaine Corn; nephews Blaine, Robert; nieces Ashley, Jacqueline, Samantha. East Lawn Mortuary 5757 Greenback will hold a public gathering from 4:00-8:00 PM on Wednesday, Jan. 10, and funeral at 10:00 AM on Thursday, Jan. 11. In Alvin's honor, Chinois City Cafe will be closed for the day, Thursday, Jan. 11.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Jan. 7 to Jan. 10, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Alvin Soohoo

12 Entries

Corinne Wong

January 10, 2007

Alvin SooHoo will be remembered by me and my family as a gentle and kind person who always had a great smile to give out. He will be missed by all of us.

James Sotelo

January 9, 2007

My sincerest condolences go out to the SooHoo family and all of Alvin's friends. Alvin will forever be remembered by his family, and friends as a loving, caring man who’s extensive kindness helped shape the lives of those around him. He will forever be missed, and never forgotten. It was my pleasure to have known such a great man. You will be missed Alvin.

Kathy & Tim Twietmeyer

January 9, 2007

We will always remember Alvin for his large smile, great laugh, big heart, care of others, courageous spirit and love of life. He was a very special person and we are all so fortunate to have known him. Our sincere thoughts and prayers go out to Alvin's family and friends at this time.

Dawn Darling

January 8, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the friends and family members of Alvin. We had the pleasure of Alvin's company on several ocassions and he was always a joy to be around. There is no doubt that he was such a positive influence to all of those that had the pleasure of his company during the short time he was on this earth. He will be missed by all that knew him.

Dawn Darling
Lee Belton

Bob Hammond

January 8, 2007

My sincere condolences go to all Alvin’s family, friends, and restaurant patrons. The two primary memories I have of Alvin are that he would do anything for anyone; he was a selfless, giving person. He helped me out on many different occasions. The second one being it was always fun when Alvin was around. Alvin was always upbeat, positive, and funny. You were guaranteed a good time when Alvin was present.

Lelia Velianitis

January 7, 2007

I will always remember Alvin as a kind, generous, and giving man. He dedicated all of his time and energy to those he loved. He was geniune, full of life and passion, and I will hold those memories and that of his kind smile in my heart.

Ronie Wilbur

January 7, 2007

Our hearts are with the SooHoo Family. Always...always remember the good times you had with Alvin
The Wilburs
Phil, Ronie & Stefan

Ronie Wilbur

January 7, 2007

Our hearts are with the family of Alvin. Just always..always remember the good times with Alvin!
The Wilburs
Phil, Ronie and Stefan

Dana Scanlon

January 7, 2007

Alvin was caring and kind; one could not have a better friend. He was the brightest of lights in so many lives. He will remain a loving and treasured memory to all that knew him. We will miss him so.

Best Man, Best Friend

Dan Honeyman

January 7, 2007

Alvin was the best... The most humble and kind man I have ever met. His smile was so contageous and warm, and his love and friendship to me will be in my heart forever. I was honored to be his friend.

Donald Lee

January 7, 2007

I had know Alvin and the family for a long time and he will be miss by all of my family.

Mike & Bette Burrows Dawson

January 7, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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