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Thomas Dong Obituary
March 18, 1937 - June 12, 2021
Sacramento, California - Thomas (Tom) Dong passed away on June 12, 2021 at the age of 84. He was born in Phoenix, AZ to Ralph and May Dong. He graduated from CK McClatchy HS in 1956 and served in the Navy on the USS Shangri-La as a radar technician. Tom was a constant friendly presence at this family's grocery store, Choice Food Mkt, working there for 35 years and developing many long term friendships. He had a love for woodworking, auto shows, watching detective shows and movies, especially James Bond movies, listening to classics on the radio like Frank Sinatra and Perry Como, and reading classic novels. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Ray, sisters Anna (Allan) and Josephine (Andrew) and sister-in-law Karen. He is survived by his brothers Jimmie (Dorothy) and William, sister-in-law June, and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
A viewing will be held at 11am and a service at 12pm on July 1, 2021 at George L. Klumpp Funeral Home, 2691 Riverside Blvd, Sacramento, 95818.
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Maria De La Torre
December 14, 2021
Maria De La Torre
December 14, 2021
My sweet, sweet friend... where do I start. I´m so, so pained that you are no longer amongst us...
First, my sincere and deepest condolences to Tom´s family for their loss. This world will never be the same...
I met Tom at the grocery store, along with his sister June and brother-in-law. We started talking and we became friends very easily. One Christmas I decided to take Tom and the others gifts. Tom was so touched by this gesture that he teared up.
I just learned of his passing today! Lately I was leaving voice messages but didn´t get an answer. I have been very upset with myself for not calling earlier. I felt something was very wrong deep in my heart, so I checked the obituaries... when I saw his name and picture, I was devastated! My beautiful friend for over 35 years. He always remembered my birthday, Xmas, New Years. I would always get a card from him. He would shine when I called him... I´m going to miss you my loving friend. May you be in the lord´s arms and may God´s glory be with you, and now with your family.
I know you are surrounded by the angels. You were such a wonderful, sweet and kind spirit. Of course God summoned you. He wants you in heaven where you belong, next to him.
Tom, I can´t believe I´m saying may you Rest In Peace my dear, feel the love and embrace that I didn´t get the opportunity to give you. I love you Tom and you will live in my memory forever. Thank you for being a gentleman and I´m so proud to call you my friend...
Please if someone related to Tom could call me at this number- 916 747-5298. I would be forever grateful if you called me. Thank you.
David Garlinger
June 29, 2021
My prayers go out to the Dong Family, I'm so sorry for your loss of this fine man, my friend Tom. Always an example of kindness and patience to me and many others, always a smile and a kind word to share.
Rest well my friend, thanking God for your life, and saying one last time, Thank you for your service to your country.
Martha Felix
June 28, 2021
May God comfort you during this time. I remember Tom as being very pleasant and happy. Tom always had a smile to share and a helpful hand to give.
Dickson Fong
June 27, 2021
My deepest sympathy to the family for your loss of Tom.He called me a couple of yrs ago asking me about Josie.
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