Bing Louie's Obituary
Bing Louie, 90 years old of Fremont, CA passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 17, 2022 joining his beloved wife Jean. He is survived by their 4 children Derrick (Therese), Geoff, Randy (Terri), and Kristine (Matthew); 8 grandchildren Ashlie (David), Kimberly (Matt), Natalie (Nathaniel), Stacy, Jason, Jessica (Jorge), Bella and Ruby; 7 great grandchildren Candace, Bennett, Elliott, Lucy, Olivia, Savanah, and Sofia; 3 sisters Dora, Carol, Ida, and brother Henry. Preceding him in death was his sister Chee Fong and brother Fay.
Bing was born on December 21, 1931 in the Doo Tao village of Zhongshan, China, son of Hoy Bew and Mar Poy Yee Louie. The family later lived in Macau, China and then in Hong Kong where he spent most of his childhood. They moved again to Victoria, British Columbia when he was 19. He fell in love with his wife Jean Nipp there and they married on August 9, 1956. The newlyweds moved to Burnaby, British Columbia and were blessed with 4 children while managing the Louie’s Food Basket grocery store. They settled in Fremont, California in 1969 where Bing and Jean managed the New City Market grocery store and raised their 4 children. Bing continued to work diligently in the grocery business until he retired. He was married for 65 years until his wife’s passing earlier this year.
Family was the center of Bing’s life and spending time with them and keeping in touch was essential. Among his favorite pastimes was playing Mahjong with family and friends and also getting family together and hosting dinners, sharing his favorite Chinese dishes. He enjoyed passing his time gardening and watching a variety of sports including baseball, football and wrestling. He also enjoyed annual trips to Reno and occasional vacations in Canada and other parts of the world. He was a very generous and caring person and loved by everyone. Both Bing and his wife Jean will be greatly missed.
Bing’s funeral will be held on Saturday November 5, 2022 at Chapel of the Chimes Hayward (32992 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA 94544, phone 510-471-3363).
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Association or charity of your choice dedicated in Bing’s name are appreciated. Donations to the Alzheimer’s Association can be done online at www.alz.org/nca/donate, by phone 800-272-3900, or by mail: Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter, 8180 Greensboro Drive, Suite 400, McLean, VA 22102.
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