QUAN CHEN

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QUAN CHEN In loving memory of Quan Chen who passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, on December 12, 2018, at the age of 93 years. Quan will be deeply missed and remembered by his wife Hao Chen; his children, Kwok Cheung Chan (KamHar Pong), Wand Kwong (Sun Kwong), Guo Yi Chen (Qing Xiu Chen), Guo Lin Chen (Xiao Hong Chen) and Cam Hong Chan; his grandchildren, Corey Kwong, Mandy Chan (Vito Lee), Jerry Kwong (Karen Kwong), Channing Kwong (Hai Le), Jenny Chen (Andy Wu), Ben Chen (Ding Ding Zhang), Jacky Chan (Elaine Tang), Laurie Chan, Kevin Chen, Bryan Chan and Leanne Chen; and his eight great-grandchildren. Quan was born in Tai Shan, China. He worked as a farmer, a bookkeeper and administrator until he immigrated to Canada in 1985 where he worked in various vocations to provide for his family. He never shied away from hard work and would gladly help anyone whom needed it. He worked well into his 70s, retiring only at the insistence of his children. It was his drive to secure a bright future for his family that allowed him to go to work with a smile day after day. Quan was many things to many people, but what he will be most remembered for are being a loyal, devoted and obedient son, a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a humble man with a gentle soul and a big heart who always thought of others before himself. He enjoyed games of chance and was skilled at Mahjong. He was a mellow person who enjoyed his walks. His intellect, wisdom and stories passed onto his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren but, most of all, bestowing the values of hard work and perseverance. He was not only a joker with a quick wit but a profound advisor. He was known to be stubborn and particular but always had a lot of love to share with his family; he was the epitome of selfless love. He always strived to give the best first impression and all those that knew him, grew to respect and love him. Even with many faced obstacles, he was a fighter until the very end and celebrated life every day. He truly personified the sayings "Mind over Matter and Beating the Odds". He faced every moment of adversity in his life with determination and perseverance. Viewing will be held on December 18, 2018, 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Memorial service and burial on December 19, 2018, at 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. The family of Quan would like to thank the staff at Health Sciences Centre, Convalescence Home of Winnipeg and The Grace Hospital. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 15, 2018