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Steve Fong Obituary
2/22/35 – 2/27/14
Steve Fong was born in Toishan, China. He immigrated to Sacramento in 1947. He graduated from McClatchy High and attended Sacramento City College. He was a cook before becoming a farmer in Fremont. Steve met Helen Yuk Lan Choi in San Francisco and married in 1960. He worked for Wo Hop Co. before co-owning Lucky Transfer. He and Helen later opened The Big Scoop ice cream store and then The Pot and Pan Restaurant. After retirement in 1996, Steve taught kung fu and meditation in Golden Gate Park each morning. He will be remembered as a loyal husband, father and grandfather. Steve is survived and loved by Helen, his wife of 53 years, and his children and grandchildren: Lois, Wilfred & Katherine Sakai; Louise, Bevan & Brigette Wang; Lucy, Clayton, Madeline, Cameron & Rosalind Lee; Lena, Michael, Sabrina & Brianna Huey; Leonard, Selena, Ryan & Aaron Fong; Linda, Jon, Kaila & Zachary Wong. Funeral services will be on Saturday, March 15th at 1pm. Cypress Lawn, 1370 El Camino Real, Colma.
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eva woo
March 20, 2014
I am also so sorry and saddened to read this. Lois, Louise, Lucy, Leonard , Linda and Mrs. Fong. Mr. Fong was a great person. I will always remember his passion for Kung Fu, his smile and his pride whenever he spoke of his wonderful family. I am grateful to have had a chance to run into your parents last year while grabbing lunch with my mother in SF - so impressed that he continued to teach kung fu and meditation in GG Park! Peace be with you all.
eva woo
sheila jaster
March 17, 2014
A man of understated compassion with a perpetual smile. I embrace his wife and feel comfort, knowing she is surrounded by her families love and care.
John Cragen
March 17, 2014
So sorry to read this, Lois & Lucy. I have nothing but fond memories of your family, especially your father. Your family were always the best of neighbors and the neighborhood will never be the same without Mr. Fong walking down the street on his way to work with a ready smile and and a friendly "Hello". What a great part of the community he was! All the best to you, your mom and your whole family, and my mother sends her condolences and best wishes as well.
Madeline Lee
March 12, 2014
My grandfather lived a life full of adventures, whether it was hosting his birthday party at an arcade, opening a restaurant, or teaching kung fu to friends in the park. I admire and love him very much and always will. I'll miss you a lot Gung Gung, and will think of you often.
March 12, 2014
Uncle Steven,
You were a steadfast, great and loyal friend to my folks, Arleen and James Chow, and an inspiration to me as you showed how a man can reach above his head and fulfill his dreams. Your children are all successful and your grandchildren are well on their way to more. Your daughter Louise is my mother's goddaughter so that kinda makes her a godsister to me and me an honorary godson to you or something like that (Chinese American twist). In many ways I grew up looking up to you who showed no fear and always kindness, love, smarts and outspokenness. You give us courage to carry on and will remember you always.
Christopher Chow
Herman Fong
March 12, 2014
I remember when Steve was about 23. With one arm, he lifted me and my brothers all at once! It was amazing for me to see how strong he was.
Lou Fong-Wang
March 12, 2014
You lived life to the fullest. You accomplished everything you set out to do. Taught me the most important lessons in Life. Your Spirit will be in my heart forever. Thank you very much Dad. Love you forever.
Linda Wong (Daddy's Littlest Girl)
March 12, 2014
To a wonderful man who lived an awesome life! The first man that loved me unconditionally. I love you dearly and will be truly missed.
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