Chew Lan Ei

Visitation services will be held at Oak Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park, located at 300 Curtner Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, United States. The visitation is scheduled for March 9, 2026, from 9:30am to 2:30pm. Location: Chapel of Roses

My Life Journey

Childhood

I was born into a loving and vibrant family in a big city. As a child, I was often pampered, which made me a bit rebellious. My sister noticed my mischievous behavior and took me to Triang, hoping to teach me some rules there.

Marriage and Family Life

At the age of 20, I met my husband, and we got married when I was 21. I married into a traditional wealthy family filled with many rules. Adapting to these rules was a challenge for me, but for the sake of my family, I learned to obey them. We have two lovely children and eventually moved out to establish our own little family.

We also started a small business together. During those years, I began learning to cook, a skill that brought us closer and created many precious memories. Although we weren't wealthy, our lives were filled with happiness and contentment.

Facing Loss

In 1992, my world turned upside down when my husband passed away unexpectedly. I raised the children alone, but through adversity, I learned to be independent and resilient. Even after the children grew up, I continued to work hard.

In 2020, tragedy struck again when my beloved son passed away. At that time, my daughter was in the United States, and she rushed back to be with me. After my son's funeral, we faced the challenge of the pandemic, which made it impossible for us to see each other for nearly three years.

A New Beginning

In 2023, my daughter finally returned to Malaysia, convincing me to move to the United States to live with her. Considering she's my only family, I bravely decided to take that step.

Initially, adapting to life in the U.S. overwhelmed me. The weather, culture, and language all seemed like insurmountable barriers. I struggled, especially with learning new things. However, my daughter cared for me with immense love and patience, treating me like a treasure. We explored new places together, and I slowly adapted to the new pace of life.

The Final Chapter

In 2025, my journey faced new challenges when I was diagnosed with terminal cancer. The doctors informed me that my time was limited and recommended radiation therapy scheduled for late September. However, just two days before the treatment, I accidentally fell and fractured my hip, forcing a delay in therapy.

In October, new diagnostic results revealed that cancer cells had spread to my bones. In the face of these trials, I sincerely thank all my loving family and supportive friends for being with me through it all. Your love is the guiding light in my life, warming my heart and giving me hope.

Final Message

As I write these words, I want to let you—all my dear family and friends—know that my life has been filled with joy and sorrow. Please cherish every moment, love your loved ones, and believe that love can conquer all challenges. Though my life may be brief, my spirit will forever live on in the wonderful memories we created together.

Thank you for being a part of my life.

Love you all ❤️