CHIN, May Yoe (née Yee)
12 August 1930 – 10 May 2025
Peacefully passed away, surrounded by family; aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Jack Chin, dearly loved and devoted mother of Jasmine, Simon and Caroline, Rose and Allan, Felicity*, Linus* and Leanne, and Trina and Martin, treasured Por Por and Nen Nen of Thomas and Sophie, and Eloise; Christopher and Ryn, Matthew and Chang; Kendall; Grace, Emily, and Elliot, proud Buk Buk of James, Charlotte, and Matilda; Samantha, and Luke, much loved sister and sister-in-law of Ron and Janet, and Hane and Gam*. (* denotes deceased)
"A woman of quiet strength, deep love, and gentle resilience. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, humility, and unwavering devotion to her family. Forever in our hearts."
Special thanks to the staff at Dunedin Hospital Emergency Department, and Ward 7C for their compassionate care.
A service for May will be held in the Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin, at 11:00am on Wednesday, May 28, the funeral then leaving for Dunedin Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of May would be appreciated and can be made to Hato Hone St John at the service. Messages are welcome to the Chin Family, C/- PO Box 5013, Dunedin 9054 or below where a livestream of the service may also be viewed.
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To Jasmine, Simon and Caroline ,Rose and Allan ,Leanne ,Trina and Martin and all the grandkids Deepest sympathy on the passing of Aunty May. We remember her wonderful hospitality when we visited with Mum when we came down to Dunedin. Take care she was a wonderful caring Mum and grandmother Deepest sympathies Pauline and Steve from Manchester ,UK.
To Jasmine, Simon and Caroline, Rose and Allan, Leanne, Trina and Martin, and grandchildren Deepest condolences on the passing of your Mum. We will always remember her wonderful feasts when we came visiting at her home in St. Clair, Dunedin. These memories will always be in our hearts love Hane, Denis and Donna, Bernard and Helen ,Stephanie and Ross
Dear Simon and Family of May, Our sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of May at the great age of 94. With deepest sympathy, Colin and Louise
Sorry to see that May has died. Please accept our condolences. Tony Fitchett & Bron Medlicott-Fitchett
Dear family of May Chin, We are all deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved mother. Please accept our sincere condolences during this difficult time. She was a remarkable woman whose kindness and strength touched everyone who knew her. We hope you find comfort in the love that surrounds you and in the many cherished memories you shared with her. May her soul rest in peace, and may you find strength in the support of family and friends. With deepest sympathy, Yee and Linda Young, Outram Victor and Liz, Auckland Walter and Jenny, Houston USA Beverley and Darren, Auckland Jennifer and Dylan, Auckland tony and Tua Mey, Auckland