John ("Johan") Chung passed away peacefully at the age of 78 in the comfort of his close family in VGH on June 27, 2019. He is survived by his loving wife Rita of 46 years; his sons Jeremy, and Jason and his family, daughter-in-law, Genevieve, and grandsons Caden and Adam. John was predeceased by his father Chung Sik Nin and mother Chew Chee Kheng, and younger brother Yoke Chee.
John was born in Ipoh, Malaysia. He was a mechanical engineer in Malaysia. John,Rita his two sons immigrated to Canada where they landed in Vancouver in 1982 to start a better life for the family. In Canada, John decided to go through a career change and went back to school and graduated with a diploma at BCIT in business management. He worked as a purchaser for different companies in the Lower Mainland. John was devoted to his family and took an active role in helping his kids in their education and supporting them in their endeavors. He would always be there for his family and will be greatly missed.
After John finished his career and retired, he was an active member at the YMCA gym and bike club. He enjoyed cycling, spending time in his garden with his wife, and playing with his grandchildren.
A Funeral Service will be held in the Ocean View Chapel Courtyard on Saturday, July 13th at 11am with visitation starting an hour before and a reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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