Richard Mao Chou Hong
January 04, 1963 - July 24, 2020
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Richard Mao Chou Hong
January 04, 1963 - July 24, 2020
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Richard Mao Chou Hong
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Mao Chou Hong on July 24, 2020 at the age of 57. He fought a courageous two-year battle with leukemia and is now at peace.
Richard was born in Tainan, Taiwan to Su-Chu Lin and Ching-Shiun Hong(deceased). He attended St. Ignatius High School in Taipei, Taiwan. In 1986, after two years of mandatory military service in Taiwan, he moved overseas to Ontario, Canada to continue his university education. He attended the University of Western Ontario and Fanshawe College in London, Ontario, graduating in 1992 with an Associate’s degree in Information Systems. Richard moved to California in Feb. 1997 to work for Advantech USA selling computer hardware. His positive outlook, integrity, engaging personality, perseverance and competitive spirit made him a natural salesman and he excelled at Advantech, becoming one of the top earners in the Embedded Computing Group.
Richard was a dedicated, honest, hard-working professional and a devoted family man. He enjoyed being active, whether biking, practicing Hapki Do martial arts, golfing, or playing soccer and baseball with his sons. A fierce competitor, he loved to “clean up the table” while playing pool or poker with his friends and colleagues. Richard was a stylish dresser and enjoyed architecture, art, music and travel.
Richard leaves behind his loving wife, Julia Radostits, and two beloved sons, Sebastian and Justin; his mother; and sister, Li-Chen Hong (Sammy) and a large Radostits clan in Canada. Richard will be sorely missed by his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Be the Match, The Leukemia Lymphoma Society or City of Hope. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. Special thanks to all the wonderful doctors and nurses at City of Hope and UCI Medical Center for their wonderful care, especially Dr. David Snyder.
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46 responses to Richard Mao Chou Hong
Roy Chiang says:
July 28, 2020
My deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family. Richard Hong will deeply be missed.
Ruth Radostits says:
July 28, 2020
As Richard’s mother-in-law, I have many fond memories of Richard. The thing that we liked to do best together was to have a round of golf. He was an excellent golfer .as he was a perfectionist. We are going to miss Richard at our Radostits Family reunions . It was always so much fun for us All to meet and visit. Richard was a true warrior with his battle with cancer. His will to be with his family longer was very strong but it was not to be. Rest In Peace, Richard and thanks for all the wonderful memories. .
Teddy Lin says:
July 28, 2020
Our most sincere condolences to the bereaved family. We are deeply saddened by the news of Richard’s passing. Richard was loved by all of us and he will be cherished in our memories forever. — Class of 1981, St.Ignatius High School, Taiwan.
Teresa Ehman says:
July 28, 2020
Dear Julia, Sebastian and Justin –
Sending you my deepest condolences on the passing of your husband and father. I hope you will find comfort in all the amazing memories that you have had with Richard. Sending you all much love and support. Love, Teresa
Tracey says:
July 28, 2020
To Julia, Sebastian and Justin-
I cannot express the sadness I feel for the loss of both your husband and father Richard.
Richard was such a fighter. His pain is finally over. I wish that I could do something to make things easier for all of you.. There are no words. I am saying prayers for all of you. It has been such a long road..and you all have been so strong. I am not great with words but I hope that you are able to heal a little as each day passes. Hugs and love Tracey (Andrew, Emma, Dylan and Alex)