Gim Eng

Age 89, of Monroeville, died peacefully on Sunday, November 25, 2012. Mr. Eng is survived by Linda (Khuu) Eng, his devoted wife of 31 years, his son, Ronald (Donna), two grandchildren, Christopher and Michael, two brothers King (Mary) and Sau (Marguerite), his stepmother,Yuk, numerous nephews and nieces, many in-laws and friends. He was born in Taishan, China on March 2, 1923 and immigrated to the United States as a teenager to join his father, Gee Hem, in NYC following the death of his mother, Suey Yee Tam. After high school, he served in the U.S. Army Air Force during WWII in the Pacific Theatre, then attended the University of Michigan (BS), Columbia University (MS), and completed course work for a PhD at the University of Pittsburgh. He spent his 33 year career at Westinghouse Electric where he worked as a nuclear engineer. As a father, he shared his son’s passion for scouting, serving in numerous adult leadership roles. The two enjoyed many family vacations together including yearly trips to visit friends and relatives in Chinatown, NYC. Mr. Eng was active in the community serving on many boards, notably the Pittsburgh Chinese Church, Pittsburgh East Chinese Church, Organization of Chinese Americans, On Leong Association, Chinese Benevolent Association, Pittsburgh Folk Festival and the Chinese American Republican Association. He and his wife, Linda, travelled extensively, enjoying many cruises and trips overseas, often accompanied by family and friends. Linda’s large family figured prominently in his life, as they enjoyed many celebrations together sometimes playing mahjong or singing karaoke late into the night. A private, quiet man of determination and strength, he generously gave of himself to his family, community and adopted country. He will be greatly missed. Friends may visit family at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATION CENTER OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (1 block East of Mosside Blvd.-Rte. 48) on Friday, November 30, from 5 -9 pm. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 1 at 10 am at the Pittsburgh East Chinese Church at Grace Reformed Church, 398 Hochberg Rd, Monroeville. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Interment following at Restland Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pittsburgh East Chinese Church.