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NOREEN QUON CHIN

Date of Passing: Jan 07, 2015

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NOREEN QUON CHIN (nee HONG) Peacefully on January 7, 2015 at the age of 86, Noreen Quon Chin (nee Hong) our beloved mother and grandmother passed away at Jocelyn House Hospice. Noreen was predeceased by her cherished husband John Ying, her parents, Phyllis and Quon Gock Hong, brother Frank and sister Alice. Left to cherish her memory are her children Larry (Lorenda), Marilyn, Jeff (Mae), Madeline (Gerry), Daryl (Sharon) and grandchildren, Ben (Greenie), Tiff, Tom (Kristelle), Matt, Steven, Brenton, Leanne, Erin (Svante) their children Ossian and Rio, and Abby (Clint). Noreen will also be fondly remembered by her eldest brother Phil (Joan), sisters Esther, Rose, Dorothy, Gladys (David), and Diana, as well as numerous nephews, nieces, and friends. Noreen was born on February 29, 1928 in Victoria, BC. Noreen was the eldest daughter of nine children and lived a happy childhood in Victoria. After graduating from high school she met the love of her life, John. They married on October 5, 1950 and shortly thereafter moved to Winnipeg where they raised their family of five children. Noreen was a devoted spouse, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. One of her greatest joys was being surrounded by her family and friends. She will always be remembered for her warmth and ability to make everybody feel welcomed. Her extraordinary cooking and baking were enjoyed by many. She was also a wonderful seamstress. She shared many of these talents with her family and friends. Noreen was very young at heart and willing to do anything with her children and grandchildren. Noreen was a devout Christian and was very active in the Chinese United Church. Her profound faith inspired her daily life and was a comfort to her during her illness. A celebration of Noreen's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 16, 2015 at Thomson "In The Park" Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Blvd. A private family interment will take place at a later date. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Jocelyn House and Dr. Mark Kristjanson. Words cannot express our gratitude for the care and compassion given to our Mom and to her family. We would like to thank Reverend Paul Campbell and Sister Jo-Ann Duggan who both gave spiritual support throughout Mom's illness. Thank you to all the relatives, friends, and co-workers who also gave support. In lieu of flowers, donations in Noreen's memory may be made to Jocelyn House Hospice, 177 Egerton Road, Winnipeg, MB R2M 2W7 or to the Chinese United Church, 281 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3B OM7. THOMSON "IN THE PARK" 204-925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 10, 2015

Condolences & Memories (24 entries)

  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We send you our love. - Posted by: Amy & Carlos (friend of Marilyn) on: Feb 26, 2015

  • My deepest condolences to the Chin family. I tried to visit early Jan but the staff at Jocelyn house advised it was family only at that point. My prayers have been with you since. - Posted by: Erasmus Dong (Family friend) on: Feb 10, 2015

  • As I read these beautiful tributes I am lifted up by the wonderful person Noreen was. How amazing that everyone was touched by her in such a deep and powerful way. I am sorry that the family lost her so quickly, but as many have said before, there must have been a need in Heaven for her beautiful soul. I worked at the Rickshaw Bamboo Terrace for a few years with Marilyn and Larry, and I also went to school with them. Your Mom was a beautiful and kind person. My condolences to all the family members. - Posted by: Liz (Doering) Chammartin (Friend of Marilyn) on: Feb 04, 2015

  • Our deepest condolences to you Marilyn and your family. She will always remain in our prayers. They that love beyond the world cannot be separated from it. - Posted by: Christina and Lucas Trybowski (Friends of Marilyn Chin) on: Jan 29, 2015

  • Marilyn, I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your mother. I am praying for you and your family at this time of grieving. "What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us." - Helen Keller - Posted by: Ronna Claymore (Co-worker, friend) on: Jan 24, 2015

  • Dear Marilyn and family, We are very sorry for your loss. We know how painful it is to lose a loved one. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. Our sincere condolences, Norma and Chris. - Posted by: norma newton chris beauchemin (friends and co-workers of marilyn) on: Jan 22, 2015

  • To all the family, I offer my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you. She will remain in your heart for ever. - Posted by: Louise Poissant and Raynald Genest (Friend of Marilyn) on: Jan 21, 2015

  • Dear Madeline & Gerald, We just heard the news of your mom's passing. Our deepest condolences to all of you. Your mom was always so nice to us growing up. I have many fond memories of her and she will be missed. - Posted by: John Lim (Friend) on: Jan 18, 2015

  • Dear Mad & Ger....our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your Mom was so warm, friendly and young at heart. She will be surely missed. "To live in the hearts of those we love is to never die." - Posted by: Maretta and Doug Emery (Friend) on: Jan 17, 2015

  • Our deepest condolences to Madeline, Gerry and their family. May the memories of your mother and grandmother guide your family through these difficult days. We are unable to attend the service due to distance, but our prayers and thoughts are with the family. Heaven has another special angel. - Posted by: Gerri and Gord Kilcup, Phoenix Arizona (Friends of Madeline and Ger) on: Jan 16, 2015

  • So sorry, Mar, to hear about your Mum...I know how much you loved & cared for her! Please accept my deepest sympathy on her passing...I know she is resting peacefully above, embracing you close to her heart...never to be forgotten. - Posted by: maureen fitzgerald (long time friend) on: Jan 13, 2015

  • Our dear Mrs Chin. We were saddened to hear of your passing. You have been such a special part of our family for many years. We will always remember your kindness and your love for your family and friends. The heavens have opened up the gates for a very special angel. - Posted by: Shelley O'Neill and Connie Kloschinsky (Friends of the family) on: Jan 13, 2015

  • Our deepest sympathy to the Chin and Popowich families. Your Mom was a proud and devoted Mother and Grandmother and was always so gracious and kind to us. "Heaven as we know it, just got a little nicer" Remembering your Mom with love, Cal, Brenda, Bryce and Lauren - Posted by: Cal, Brenda, Bryce and Lauren Osborne (family friends) on: Jan 12, 2015

  • We are saddened by the loss of our sweet sister in Christ. Noreen's kindness and tireless smiles always made us feel welcomed and pleasant at the church. Whenever we saw her at the church, she always came to sit with us during the church lunch. Her strong faith in the Lord impressed me the most. At her age, she attended worship service faithfully every Sunday, even when the weather was not so good during the winter. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. - Posted by: Stanley and Carolyn Siu (Friends in Christ) on: Jan 11, 2015

  • Noreen was quick to make me feel welcome as a non-Chinese speaking visitor at her church, taking me under her wing and making sure that I had the english translation when I needed it, making sure I wasn't sitting alone, etc. She lived out the love of God in the way she cared for people. - Posted by: Viviane Frenzel (acquaintance) on: Jan 11, 2015

  • I remember her with my Mom and from my childhood days hanging out with Marilyn. Our deepest condolences. - Posted by: Ada Leong (Friend) on: Jan 11, 2015

  • Noreen ( Mrs.Chin) will so dearly be missed by my sister Janet and Barbara and I , as a neighbour she always had her door open for me to come in and play with her kids ,she was always so nice and through all these years she was more like family. We loved her very much and are saddened by her passing but are happy that she is now peaceful with the Lord and she is without pain. God Bless you Mrs. Chin. Paul & Barb Wolfe, Janet Wolfe - Posted by: Paul Wolfe and sister Janet (Friends and neighbours since 1957) on: Jan 11, 2015

  • Marilyn, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Always remember when people die they leave something very special behind...they leave us memories of many things they said and did. As long as we have those memories the people we love will live on in our hearts and minds. Carol - Posted by: Carol Hayes (long time friend of Marilyn's) on: Jan 11, 2015

  • "and while she lies in peaceful sleep her memory we shall always keep" - Posted by: Carrie Loy (Niece) on: Jan 10, 2015

  • I just found out late this afternoon of your mum's passing. Serge and I send deepest condolences to you, Marilyn, and to your family. - Posted by: Elizabeth & Serge (friend) on: Jan 10, 2015

  • I just interpreted for her 2 months ago in one of our fellowship; it was always my pleasure & privilege for sitting behind her every Sunday.She was the person in my life who made everything better just by listening and now she's gone. For the first time in a long time I realize again how precious life is and that time is a priceless gift. - Posted by: Sheldon & Betty Wu (Church member) on: Jan 10, 2015

  • Although I met Mrs.Chin only a couple of times, I got to know about her through Marilyn. I know she was loved by many and will be dearly missed by her family and all her friends. May God grant her eternal rest. - Posted by: Veronica Kuziomko (Accquintance) on: Jan 10, 2015

  • I am truly saddened with the passing of Auntie Noreen. She will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers to the family. - Posted by: Howard marky (Friend) on: Jan 10, 2015

  • My deepest sympathy to all of you.My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.May all the wonderful memories you have of her,keep her alive in your hearts always. - Posted by: Donna Beyak Passante (Friend) on: Jan 10, 2015

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