Nancy Sun Chow

Mrs. Nancy Sun Chow (a.k.a. 孫南星 Sun Nanxing) went home to be with her beloved Savior Jesus, on February 5 2021, at the age of 91. She had looked forward, also, to being reunited in heaven with her dear husband of 68 years, Rev. Jack Kinghai Chow. They loved each other so much and now are together once again.

Mrs. Nancy Sun Chow was born on June 3, 1929 in China. She was born into a family of five – a brother, one sister, mother, father. Nancy’s father, Sun Yi, was a playwright and her mother, Lan Fuqing, was a famous actress, known for her leading roles on stage as well as in silent motion pictures. Her father Sun Yi is said to have contributed to the national anthem of China.

Nancy herself was also artistically inclined, having studied classical ballet and classical voice growing up. And as a young woman, she would read poetry while being broadcasted live on the radio.

Nancy’s biological parents were separated by the 1930’s civil war in China, and her mother later remarried to Dr. Shen Tinghsin, a medical doctor.

Nancy Sun Chow was a most beloved mother and wife and intercessor, having devoted her entire life to raising her seven children and caring for her husband. She worked tirelessly alongside her husband in his ministry and was his greatest prayer partner and supporter.

As a mother, Nancy was much admired and respected by her children. She was always there with a kind word, and wise counsel.

Nancy was a most beautiful, elegant, and gracious woman. She was naturally radiant from the inside out, and there was always a real and tangible glow on her face when she woke up in the mornings. Nancy never wore make-up and yet had the skin that so many women would have loved to have. And which made her look years younger than she was. Even in her latter years, she had very few wrinkles on her face.

Nancy’s selfless sacrifices throughout the years, and her prayers, were largely responsible for the success and happiness of her adult children and her grandchildren. Nancy was the mainstay of the Chow family - a woman of few words but much prayer. Prayer was the secret of her strength, patience, and perseverance in raising seven children. Nancy was so genuine, and her care and love for all of her children - as well as others - was so genuine.

Nancy Sun Chow was the most supportive wife that a man could have asked for. After her children had grown up and had left the nest to start their own lives, Nancy devoted all of her time and energy to her husband, and to prayer both with her husband and on behalf of her adult children and grandchildren. It was due to Nancy’s great care that her husband Rev. Jack Chow remained extremely healthy into his latter years, as she had paid a great deal of attention to his diet. In the early years of ministry, knowing that there might be some tough times ahead, Nancy unequivocally let her husband know that she was fully committed and would never walk away even if times were to get tough. Nancy never thought of herself.

Nancy Sun Chow was best friend and closest partner in ministry to her husband Rev. Jack Chow. In ministry, Nancy remained quiet, allowing her husband Jack to shine. Her humility and obedience to the Holy Spirit, made her a powerful intercessor. Her husband relied heavily on her to stand with him in prayer, for all aspects of ministry. Her husband, Jack, would often say “God always hears Mom’s prayers” (that is, Nancy). Once, while Jack was speaking at a seminar in Asia, the electrical power suddenly went out. At that same moment, Nancy, back in her hotel room because she was not well enough to attend the meeting, prayed out suddenly in the Holy Spirit, and the power was immediately restored at the seminar venue. What an amazing woman she was.

Nancy Sun Chow had tremendous influence on the lives of others, whether she knew it or not. A choice word here and there, and the example which she exhibited in her own life. Many have said they have learned so much from her, especially young wives and mothers. Some which we list here:

 Always think about other first

 Be still in difficult situations

 Praise God when in suffering

 Be content in Jesus

 Do not waste

 Unlearn what you think you know and be humble

 Love God and love your spouse

 Always encourage others

Mrs. Nancy Sun Chow is survived by her seven children – David, Ruth, John, Mary, Esther, Susanna, Martha - 17 grandchildren, one great grandchild, and one brother Robert Lan, all of whom will miss her greatly.