David J.S. Chow's Obituary
David Chow, age 88, passed away peacefully at Peninsula Hospital after complications during dialysis. Born in Palo Alto, CA to the late Chew Wai Dock and Wong Shee Chow,he was the oldest of five children, being the oldest son of the oldest son. He was also preceded in death by his brother Arthur Chow, and sisters Gladys Ho and Mary Chow.Raised in San Francisco and San Mateo. David was a graduate of San Mateo High School. A World War II Veteran, he served as a Technician 5th Grade with the 29th Signal Company of the Army of the United States at the age of 19 from March 1943 to January 1946. He received European African Middle Eastern Campaign, World War II Victory, and Good Conduct medals. Following the war, David attended the College of San Mateo. He was a graduate of the University of California Berkeley in 1951 earning a degree in Industrial Engineering. He was employed by United Airlines as a Staff Engineer at the San Francisco Maintenance Base just over 38 years, retiring in July 1990.Beloved husband of Barbara Chow for 55 years, they were set up on a date by mutual friends in Hawaii. He was a longtime resident of Belmont, moving there in 1961. David was a devoted father to Michael Chew, Alan Chew (his wife Shelli), and Warren Chew (his wife Yoko) and a loving grandfather to twins Kendra and Kekoa Chew; Maximus, Lucas, and Taiyo Chew. He is also survived by his sister Dorothy Chow.David had a long and fulfilling life. He enjoyed photography, Hawaiian music, military history, classic movies, and cooking. David was a great person and wonderful father who always put his family first. He was one of the most honest persons one ever knew and held himself to the highest morals and values.A memorial service celebrating David’s life will take place at the St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church on Saturday, September 14th at 3:00 pm. It is located at 1 South El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401Donations can be made to the St. Matthews Building Fund or to the charity of one’s choice.Special thanks to Peter Zuniga for staying with David all those nights at the hospitals and countless hours at the skilled nursing facilities.
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