Jack-You Chin, also known to his friends as Kay, passed away peacefully in the comfort of family at his bedside on May 13, 2019 at the Maycourt Hospice at the age of 81 years old.
Born November 20, 1937 in Canton, China to Chin Kwok-Chuen and Chin (Wong) Yuet-Sui, Kay came to Canada when he was a teenager eager to embark on a new journey.
He was quiet gentleman who found comfort in books, music and nature. Kay also had a solid appreciation for cars; after retiring his Cougar in the 1970’s, he can often be sighted cruising around town in his burgundy Thunderbird buying groceries to whip up a delicious meal for his family. We’re not sure if he actually liked to cook, but he was sure good at it! He is known for making the best Chinese Steamed Chicken among other tasty traditional recipes that will be greatly missed. His customers at the New Li Ho Restaurant were also complimentary of his food, but most of all they enjoyed his kindness and friendship. Customers would frequently come by the restaurant to find Kay with his signature bowtie and welcoming smile. Fishing was a favourite pastime that he enjoyed with his daughters although they would often scare away his catch. Despite this, he loved his daughters unconditionally and worked relentlessly to make sure that life would treat them well. They loved him right back.
Kay will be lovingly remembered by the mother of his children, Nancy, and his daughters Connie (Tek) and Ami (Edward). He will also be missed by his three sweet grand daughters Theia, Cassia and Emelia.
The family would like to thank the Glebe Centre for their care in the past few years and express their gratitude to Dr. Mark Nassim and the staff at the Maycourt Hospice for taking care of Kay in his final days.
Kay’s funeral will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at the Beechwood Cemetery with visitation from 9:00 am to 10:30 am. Burial at 11:00am with reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Kay Jack-You Chin to the Ottawa Maycourt Hospice or Parkinson Canada.
Digital Guestbook
Sing - Ling Wong
Sing - Ling Wong
There are no words to express my sorrow over your passing. Please know that you are in my heart even though our marriage ended but our friendship still continued. We shared history, special memories and two amazing daughters: Connie and Ami who have become the woman we both are proud of. It is impossible to erase all that we shared.
May those yesterday's always remain in your heart... Forever missed,
forever loved.
Sing-Ling Wong
陈笑华
记得你的祖母同我们，说你的外号叫板人，因为你讲过的话，一定要付之行动起来去完成它，并且尽力做到完善。你读书非常认真刻苦，你当时在中国广东台山读的中学叫四中，是非常好的学校，只有成绩好才能就读，你的读书成绩一直名列前茅的。你有一个书柜，我小时候还见过，你在书柜外面贴着一张纸，上面写着：眼看手勿动。可能你写这些字时，你还想着你用过的书本一定要保留，以便以后回中国还可以读上，从这看来，你是个重知识的文化人。也正因为这样，你一直供书教学我们四兄弟姐妹，无言的感激啊！你还多次捐钱回去你的乡下小学和我们读书的台山广海中学建校舍，我记得读书时在图书馆的板幅上刻有你捐钱的名字。你是一个多么可敬的前辈！你的亲人、朋友、同学和乡里，许许多多人都曾受过你的恩慧。现在你仙游了，我们是多么的不舍啊，但我们又同时希望你在极乐世界找到自己的快乐，愿你一路走好。永远想念你，我的尊敬的可亲的三伯父。
Tricia Cheung
Connie, Tek, Theia and Cassia - my sincerest condolences to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. We send you love and light.
Maria Montano
Our deepest sympathies Connie, Tek and family. Thinking of you.
Judy Liou
My sincerest condolences and sympathies for your family. I don't know Mr. Kay Chin personally but I know he raised two beautiful daughters who are beautiful inside and out, both are the most generous, considerate and thoughtful human beings I know, which says a lot about the man who raised them.
Thinking of your family during this very difficult time.
Jacob and Erin
We are deeply sorry to hear about Kay's recent passing and wanted to express our condolences.
Reena and Neil
Ami and family. Our deepest sympathies to everyone. He was an amazing man as evidenced by the daughters he leaves behind. Xoxo.
Sabrina Raymond
My deepest sympathies to you Ami and your family. May he rest in peace xo
Christianne Michel
My deepest sympathy to Dr Chin and family.
There are no words to express my sorrow over your passing. Please know that you are in my heart even though our marriage ended but our friendship still continued. We shared history, special memories and two amazing daughters: Connie and Ami who have become the woman we both are proud of. It is impossible to erase all that we shared.
May those yesterday's always remain in your heart... Forever missed,
forever loved.
Sing-Ling Wong