Quong D. Jim
May 22, 1945 to June 19, 2021
Obituary
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It is with deep sadness that the family of the late Quong D. Jim announces his passing. Quong passed away at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook, NL on Saturday, June 19th, 2021 at the age of 76 years.
Quong is predeceased by his wife – May Yee Jim (2002) and parents – Fong & Wong Kim Sue Jim.
Left with many wonderful memories is his wife of 18 years – Irene Gillingham, Seal Cove, NL; sons – Johnny Jim (Alane), Burlington, ON, David Jim (Catherine), Burlington, ON and Jason Jim (Annette), Fort McMurray, AB; grandchildren – Andrew, Alexander, Julia, Anna and Sophie; stepchildren – Kelly Gillingham (Craig Grace), Kevin Gillingham (Marcella); step-grandsons – Liam Grace and Garrett Grace; siblings – Betty Yee (Sonny), King Jim (Anne), Jeanie Jim (Brian Rogers), Patrick Jim (Tassie), William Jim (Cheryl) and Patricia Jim; siblings-in-law – Nancy Kung (Edward), Michael Kwan (Kitti), Althea Osborne (George), Edward Gillingham (Donna), Gerald Gillingham (Beverley), Albert Gillingham (Leona), Harvey Gillingham (Christine), Sheila Pinksen (Stewart), Ivan Gillingham (Mildred) and Eunice Gavin (Morris) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, extended family and many, many friends.
Public Visitation took place at Foster Funeral Home, 22 Main Street, Baie Verte, NL on Sunday, June 20th, 2021 from 6:00-9:00PM and on Monday, June 21st, 2021from 10:00AM-12:00PM, following specific guidelines related to the global pandemic and associated restrictions.
Public Visitation will continue at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, St. John’s, NL on Thursday, June 24th, 2021 from 2:00-4:00PM and 7:00-9:00PM.
A Private Family Funeral Service will take place at The Carnell Memorial Chapel. 329 Freshwater Road, St. John’s, NL on Friday, June 25th, 2021 at 2:00PM. The Service will be live streamed on Carnell’s website. Interment to follow at the family plot at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, James Lane, St. John’s NL.
As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Quong’s memory to The Kidney Foundation of Canada, 10 Pippy Place, Suite 102, St. John’s, NL A1B 3X3.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on June 24, 2021
7-9 p.m. on June 24, 2021
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Friday June 25th
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Very sorry to read of Quong’s passing. Our condolences to all.
So sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. He was always so friendly and always a smile on his face. Gone but not forgotten. Our condolences to the family
Condolences to everyone. Quong (Jimmie as we knew him) was always so cheerful and warm. Will remember him with fondness.
Shirley Montague and Terry Delaney
To: Betty, King, Jeanie, Pat, William & Patricia
We are so very sorry to hear of Quong’s passing. Fond memories of family visits during our childhood years plus catching up at the annual flower service in August. Quong was a good natured kinda guy who always had a smile for all. Sending heartfelt condolences to the Jim and Gillingham families during this difficult time. May beautiful memories keep him near.
Mrs. Tai Jim
Jennie Jim & Brent Lee
To the Jim Family:
Quong Jim was simply a titan in Baie Verte and across the entire Baie Verte Peninsula. Everyone knew him, everyone had a “JIm” story because he touched so many people personally.
I’ve had the privilege of spending many hours at the Jim house and restaurant (maybe too many…). My father counted Mr. Jim as one of his very best friends. I’ve heard so many stories around foolishness that they’d get into and I can’t help but laugh as they come to mind.
My sincerest condolences to Johnny, David and Jason and their families. While Mr. Jim is gone, he certainly will never be forgotten.
Eugene Lundrigan and family
To the Jim family,
The Jim family is an icon to an era well known for their input and interaction with the people of Baie Verte and the surrounding area. From the earliest days of ‘Jims Restaurant,’ you became a welcoming gathering place and friends to all. Many found their first job at ‘Jims’ and speak of how well they were treated by the Jim family. Qoung ( ‘Jim’, to us) is specially mentioned for his work ethic and his later cooking skills. Those skills in fact were used as the gold standard for future comparison. When someone would mention they had Chinese food outside of Baie Verte, the question was often asked, ” Was it as good as Jim’s “?
We remember when May came to be Quong’s wife. She was absolutely beautiful. Dressed in a bright yellow dress, she would emerge from the kitchen area with Quong closely following with the biggest smile on his face, you could barely see his eyes for weeks. May quickly won the hearts of all who knew her and her tragic passing was deeply felt by the entire community. We got to know their children and siblings with fondness and with Johnny being like another son and Pat as family. With Quong’s passing an era has all but closed and we are in a state of solidarity with you in your mourning and remembering the joys of a remarkable man.
God Bless, Bruce and Sarah Mercer
To Betty, King, Jeanie, Pat, William and Patricia.
So sorry to hear of Quong’s passing. Have fond memories of our yearly meetings at that Flower Service in August. He always had a smile snd a hearty hello. Our condolences to the Jim and Gillingham families.
Harry Jim & Sandra Bonia
Dave and The Jim Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences. Thinking of you all.
Jackie and Glen Walbourne
Irene, Johnny, David, Jason &. Family:
Marie & I were so sorry to hear of Jim’s recent passing. He was a great friend to all who knew him. His entrepreneurial skills contributed to growth & prosperity for many on the Baie Verte Peninsula.
His good nature and friendly smile will be missed by all of us..
Our deepest sympathy to all his family.
Tom & Marie Rideout