Dennis Mitchell Fong's Obituary
Dennis Fong, 72, passed peacefully away at his Castro Valley, California home on April 3, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Murva (Black); son, Aaron Fong, (Dawn); stepchildren, Wendy Eby and Wesley Eby (Serena); grandchildren Wolfgang Fong, Caitlin Eby, Alison Kennedy, Rebecca Kennedy, Austin Eby, Taylor Eby, Savanah Eby, Eva Eby; sister Janice Martin; niece, Courtney Martin (Yakeen Qawasmeh) and grandnephews Keeno and Theo Qawasmeh.
Dennis was preceded in death by parents Al and Alyce (Wong) Fong. A native Californian, Dennis grew up in Oakland Chinatown and graduated from Fremont High School. A proud veteran Dennis served five years in the U.S. Army. He retired from the railroad industry after a successful 40 year career.
Dennis enjoyed spending time outdoors fishing, running, hiking and camping. His favorite times were large family gatherings where food was abundant and the air buzzed with laughter and conversation. He cared deeply for family including uncles, aunties and numerous cousins.
Dennis was kind, gregarious, warm and generous. His children and grandchildren refer to his words of wisdom as “Dennis-isms.”
Love is our greatest gift. Dennis loved and was loved in abundance. His laugh, smile and sparkling eyes are forever imprinted on the hearts of those who loved him.
A private service was held at the Chapel of the Chimes in Oakland on April 18 .
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