1931-2017
Fred Chan
1931-2017
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Fred Chan, loving
husband of the late Mee Kuen Chan, announces his passing which
occurred on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at Bobby’s
Hospice. Fred was born on August 15, 1931 in Hoiping,
Guangsong, China, the youngest child of Chan Wing Jack and Kun
Ling.
Fred immigrated to Canada in 1952, living in Glace Bay, NS,
Summerside, PEI, and Oromocto, before finally settling in Saint John.
He and his wife owned and operated Wong’s Drive In
Restaurant in St. Stephen from 1978 until their retirement in
2007.
Fred was an unassuming and hardworking family man with a
ready smile for anyone he met. He had a passion for cooking
and quite the sweet tooth. He enjoyed playing basketball in
his younger years. Fred was a news junkie and could often be
found reading his Chinese newspapers to keep up with current
events. Above all else, he adored his
grandchildren.
Fred is survived by his sons: Manley Chan, Vincent (Deedee
McClain) Chan and David (Anna Moran) Chan; daughter, Wanda (Steve)
Prosser; grandchildren, Laura, Brendan, DJ, Russell and Matthew; along
with many nieces, nephews, and members of his extended
family.
In addition to his wife and parents, Fred was predeceased by
his three brothers and one sister.
The family would like to extend heartfelt Thank
You’s to the staff and volunteers of both the Saint John
Regional Hospital Palliative Care Unit and Bobby’s Hospice
for their kind and compassionate care. Special gratitude to
Jeremiah’s Deli for generously donating Thanksgiving
dinners.
Resting at Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111
Paradise Row, Saint John, NB (634-7424) where
visitation will be held on Monday, October 30, 2017 from 11:00 am
– 1:00 pm. Celebration of life service to follow from 1:00 –
1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, for those who wish,
remembrances may be made to Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation
– Palliative Care Unit and Bobby’s Hospice c/o
Hospice of Greater Saint John.
www.BrenansFH.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Fred Chan – 1931-2017.source
Death notice for the town of: Saint John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
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