Nov 18, 1936 – Feb 4, 2013
The Eng family is sad to announce the sudden passing of Willie Eng on Feb 4, 2013. He will be missed and always remembered by his wife Jane and their children, Daymon (Joanna), Fenton (Susie) and Lannette (Jak New), and his 6 grandchildren Talissa, Ethan, Dylan,Hailey, Kyle, and Carter. He is also survived by mother Mary, sister Louise (Dick Woo), brother Victor (Jane), and sister-in-law Ann, and his many loving nieces and nephews. Willie’s father Eddy and brother Tony predecease him.
Born in Canton City, China, Willie arrived in Canada at the age of 13 and quickly embraced life on Vancouver Island. His teen years were spent assisting his parents, Eddy and Mary Eng, and alongside his brothers Victor and Tony at the Beacon Café in Sidney.He married Jane Chow in 1966 and they quickly established their family in Victoria. As with all his endeavours, he worked hard to put himself through school and became a Chartered Accountant. He operated his own accounting practice in Victoria and spent his free time on the Uplands Golf Course. He was involved in many community organizations including the Victoria Chinatown Lions Club and the Victoria Chinese Chamber of Commerce and helped establish a strong Chinese community in Victoria. His many years in Victoria allowed him to forge life-long friendships that he treasured. His strongest devotion was to his family and his later years were spent enjoying many happy times with his grandchildren. Willie will always be remembered for his charismatic, generous spirit and his love of people. He was an exuberant father and grandfather and a truly unique and special person. Dad, we raise a glass to you at the 19th hole.
A private, immediate family only celebration of life has been held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Victoria Chinatown Lions Club c/o 1883 San Juan Avenue, Victoria, B.C., V8N 2J3. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
33 Responses
Dear Jane,
Our deepest sympathy on your sudden loss of Willie. I will never forget the first time we all met, -through Uncle Jack & Aunty Bessie Tang at your first home in Saanich in 1971. You all were such wonderful hosts!
You have been a very gracious and faithful wife and good mother, and we hope this loss will just serve to deepen the bonds you have with your children and grandchildren and friends.
Prayers for Willie and our condolences to you and your family.
With aloha,
Queenie & Wilbert
Dear Jane, Sorry to learn of Willie’s passing.
Extending our deepest sympathy in your sorrow.
Love Vicki and Kevin
To Jane and family,
It is with great saddeness that we hear of Willie’s passing. Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family at this time. It brings us to remember all our times spent during the “Concord” days.
Rommel and Leona Loof