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Joe Jang
Joe Jang, 90, of Elk Grove, CA lived a full and joyous life before passing away peacefully on Sept 2, surrounded by his loving family. Devoted husband for 64 years to Amy Jang; wonderful father of Mark (Karen), Eric (Mai), Alan (PinPin) and Patty (Tom); adoring grandfather and great-grandfather.
Born in San Francisco on March 7, 1922, he graduated from Courtland High and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1942. Following an honorable discharge in 1946 Joe attended Armstrong College. He married the love of his life, Amy Chan Jang on her birthday, Nov 22, 1947.
Joe had a successful grocery business with his brother, Edward operating Easthills Markets in the Hayward hills, for many years. Joe was a man of great character who demonstrated every day how to live life full of love, warmth and humor.
A private memorial service will be held. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, Sept 14, 2012 at 12:30 PM at the Hong Kong Islander restaurant, 5675 Freeport Blvd, Sacramento. If you will be attending, please let Alan know at 925-631-9053 or by email [email protected]. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Asian Community Center or the American Cancer Society.
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Chaplain Richard Reuer
September 10, 2012
I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a greatful nation as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one. (If you wish a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salute, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, mail to: Chaplain Richard Reuer, Honoring Those Who Served Ministry, 1206 6th St SW, Minot, ND 58701. (This is a free service to fallen veteran families.) Please give name of fallen veteran. Thank you.
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