Paul Chan Chung
elevated cMZBP September 13, 1943 ~ February 19, 2025
elevated cMZBP Visitation
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from 4 – 8 pm
Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated cMZBP Funeral Service
Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 1:30 p.m.
Chapel of St. Joseph at Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
elevated cMZBP Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 3Z6
Section: 42
elevated cMZBP Obituary
elevated cMZBP It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Chan Chung on February 19, 2025 after a 20 year-long battle with cancer.
elevated cMZBP Born on September 13, 1943 in Mauritius, he studied in London, England and immigrated to Canada in 1979. He owned two bookstores in Ajax and Pickering and was known to remember every book and author on his shelves.
elevated cMZBP He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Therese, his daughter Doreen and son-in-law Jimmy, his daughter Kim and son-in-law Patrick and proud Koung Koung to Kayla, Lauren and Evelyn. Caring brother to his siblings Annette, Aline (predeceased), Jean, Josiane (predeceased), Madeleine, Eddie, Arlette, James, Monique, Helen, Marie-Lise, Linda and many nieces and nephews.
elevated cMZBP He loved cooking and enjoyed family meals together, watching his favourite football team Manchester United, traveling, and getting to know everyone he came across. Most of all, he loved spending time with his granddaughters.
elevated cMZBP He will be deeply missed and our warm memories of him will be cherished always.
elevated cMZBP In memory of Paul, donations may be made to the Princess Margaret Hospital https://thepmcf.ca/
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My condolences to the family. May his legacy of love that built this family, provide strength, comfort and support, as you grieve his loss.
My sincere condolences to Therese & family. May his soul rest in peace.
Our deepest condolences to you and the family. Thinking of you all and sending prayers for comfort during this difficult time.
Our sincere condolences to the family.We came to appreciate Paul and Therese when we met them at their house on countless Friday nights while we were in Toronto.We enjoyed Paul ‘s lifelong stories and humor.
We will forever miss him.
Sylvio and Evelyn
Dear Therese and family
Our deepest condolences to you and the family.
So sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. You know, Therese, Paul is in the arms of Jesus and His mother Mary, free of illness and pain.
May Paul’s beautiful soul rest in peace
Paul was a precious blessing to so many people. Max and I will always remember Paul as our loving, cheerful and peaceful Paul. Kelly, Jason and William will always remember uncle Paul as a generous and kind uncle who has encouraged them to read and read.
May the beautiful memories of Paul’s many loving acts of kindness and generosity bring a measure of comfort and peace in the days to come
Max and Marilyn
Our deepest condolences to the Chan Chung family. Sending you love, strength and support during this challenging period. May he rest in peace.
Nathalie, Dennis, Dax and Naya
Deepest condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.May his soul rest in peace.
Heartfelt condolences from the Kwong-Chip family to Therese and family, and to the Chan Chung family. Very sad to hear of Paul’s passing. We pray that God gives you strength and courage in this sad and difficult time.
I fondly remember Paul’s kindness and hospitality during my very first visit to Toronto many years ago. May his soul rest in peace.
Dear Therese and family, extending our sincerest condolences on Paul’s passing. Let us know if you need anything. Your neighbours, Tony, Dina, Alexandra, Madeline
Thank you all very much for your kind words of support during these difficult times.
My family and I appreciate them very much. God bless you all.