Iris T Fong's Obituary
Iris Fong, age 74 of Fremont, California, passed away peacefully February 20, 2017. Iris moved to the United States from China in 1964 at the age of 21. As a young woman living in a new country, Iris quickly learned English and eventually transformed into a small business entrepreneur, which included running a successful Chinese restaurant in Brentwood, California for more than 20 years before retiring.Those who knew and loved Iris will remember her generosity, independence, strength, love of gardening, and desire to make sure you never left hungry after a visit with her. She lived her life working hard and after retiring finally had opportunities to travel and spend more time with her children, grandchildren, and friends. We are fortunate to have had her in our lives for as long as we did.Iris is survived by her four daughters and their families. Dora (Glenn) and her two children Matthew and Lauren all from San Francisco, California. Nancy (Dave) and their child Sarah (stepdaughter Leah) all from Hinsdale, Illinois. Gail (Robert) and her son Ryan (stepdaughters Kelsey and Jenna) all from Redwood City, California. Jackie (Jon) and their two children Claire and Colin all from Naperville, Illinois. Iris is also survived by her sister-in-law Yiu, nephews Barry and Raymond and their families all from Sacramento, California. She also leaves behind numerous loving relatives in China and good friends.The visitation is from 2:00 PM until 2:30 PM on Friday, February 24, 2017 at Skylawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park. The funeral service will follow from 2:30 PM until 3:30 PM, also at Skylawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park with the burial to immediately follow. Chaplain Terence Johnson will be officiating.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made in memory of Iris Fong to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at https://donate.lls.org/lls/donate. The family thanks Aegis Gardens of Fremont and Bridge Hospice for their kindness and care of their mother.
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