Sept 6,2025
                                                       
哥哥寫的一首詩

   寒冬自應早回郷 
   落寞最是無郷人 
   但記寓娘告東坡 
   此心安處是吾郷

哥哥感悟 „此心安處是吾鄉“ 
相信在他的心靈家園
哥哥過得一定很好。

懷念爸媽和哥哥的五姐妹

記得哥哥捕捉這一龍脊風光的瞬間
記得他欣賞拍攝成果時的片刻
記得他此時此刻的樂趣
短暫的一瞬在我的記憶裏成了永恆

今天是哥哥的生日，我們姊妹同祝哥哥生日快樂！懷念你！

哥哥，
我們五姐妹向你問好、傳上我們對你深深的懷念。我們心中有你，感到很溫暖,  謝謝哥哥！

April 18, 2024

Dear Ping, 
It’s your birthday again. We sisters send you love and think of you, as always.
You once wrote an article on Easter Island. There, you quoted a phrase by William Faulkner. It feels good to let those words sink in:
“The past is never dead. It’s not even past.”  -  Indeed.

April 18 2024

Dear Ping, 

It’s your birthday again. We sisters feel your presence in our hearts and think of you – as always.

It’s comforting to remember and comprehend  a beloved phrase of yours by William Faulkner: 

“The past is never dead. It’s not even past.”

(Quoted in your essay on Easter Island.)

thinking of you, joma, nina and family, and all you sisters, on this day that marks one year of jojo's passing. may you continue to find comfort and peace ❤️

Dear brother, 
This day last year 
you departed this earth, 
wonder where you went to,
somewhere beautiful, I believe, 
and we hold you dearly, dearly in our hearts.

I walked in a park today, thinking about Ping and our relationship over 50 years.  It was a pleasure having him by my side. God bless you, Ping.

Today, April 18, 2023, is Ping’s 86th birthday.
Happy Birthday, dear brother!
I feel the warmth your beautiful soul radiates, thank you!






時隔五個月，轉輾驚聞仙逝，
憶及國合會創立初始， 先生精心擘
劃奠定宏規。晚 追隨左右，親炙教
誨，受益匪淺。今 先生遠去，典型
猶在，後進銘記。謹致以無限哀
思。
晚 張暔昌 敬弔20230210

fiery sunset
over water
and evergreen
stormy sky
the bridge
still there

like flowers
the family
he gardens
and sends
the world
his peace
and breaks
our hearts

dear jo-ma, nina and family,
we grieve with you.

eipeen, kaegso, rebeca & samuel

Source and meaning of Ping's Chinese name "Pingzhang"


-  a poem by Ping on the arrival of spring and the delight it brings

-  Sorry for having mistyped a character in the previously uploaded image. 

[Reposting the below again, in order to correct the typo in the salutation from my 9/13/22 entry. Since I am unable to delete that prior entry, please forgive my oversight regarding that typo.]

Dear Aunt Ming, Nina, Larry, and children,

Our deepest sympathies go out to you during this time. We continue to mourn with you during this difficult time.

Despite the great sadness and grief, we are also encouraged when reflecting upon the lasting legacy that Uncle Ping has had on our family, as well as the extended family.

For example, I (David) still remember that when I was preparing to teach English in China in 2002, Uncle Ping gave me many words of helpful wisdom in preparation for my time overseas.

Also, Julia fondly recalls upon Uncle Ping’s charm and wit during family gatherings. He was always able to entertain young and old with his jokes and humor, as well as able to provide sound advice from his experience and travels.

There are countless more examples of Uncle Ping’s love and generosity shown towards our family. May one of the best ways we show our respect to Uncle Ping be to pass along his actions of kindness and charity to future generations.

With prayers and care,

David and Julia


-  one of the beautiful poems Ping wrote

-  on spring's arrival and the delight

2006

Cherishing Ping's handwriting 

 - a poem my brother wrote about my coming from Germany to Bellevue to see my mother every year

Dear Jiuma, Nina and Family. Please accept my deepest condolences. I cherish the time I was able to spend with Uncle Ping. Even though I was thousands of miles away from home - he and you guys made me feel right at home, even inviting me to special events such as this anniversary. Forever thankful! I will always remember Uncle Ping’s wisdom and genuine care for others. Philipp

Dear Aunt Ming, Nina, Larry and family,

I will remember Jo-Jo's deep voice, his serious questions about my future educational plans, and his deep sense of responsibility and loving care for all generations of our family. I think back fondly on watching him joke around with Caleb, Timothy, Kira & Alexa and his delight and pride in his grandchildren. I am grateful that Jo-Jo and Aunt Ming retired in Seattle so we could spend more time with them, and I'm glad he fully embraced retirement and made the most of it - tending his garden, spending time with family in Palo Alto, and always thinking of his sisters by making weekly deliveries of Costco chicken and other treats.  

We already miss him deeply, and will strive to live up to the example he set for all of us.
Love,
Jenny

I feel I did not get a chance to know Uncle Ping as well as I could.  As Jenny told me, growing up he was intimidating--always pushing the kids to do their best and work hard in school.  But the person I met was much more engaging.  Still a little intimidating, however!  Every family get together he made a point to speak with me.  Always asking about work but also on some other topic to discuss.  His intensity and focus and insight during our discussions was engaging.  But he was also fun--it was especially good to see the fun he had with the various cousins and our girls.   I still have the cognac he gave me when my parents visited so that on my father's next visit, the three of us could enjoy it again.  Uncle Ping's kindness and generosity will be missed by all those who knew him.

Sept 4, 2022

Ping called it "Quite Summer Sunset".

The magnificent sunset scene viewed from the balcony. Ping watched it literally every day. He regularly shared the ever-changing views with us, some dramatic, some quiet. It's hard to bear that the last image he sent us on Sept.4, 2022 will remain the last one.


After retirement, hardly a day went by without gardening in Ping's life. The lush and kind of jungle-style garden he had created was a place where he found fulfillment of its own kind. We know that from numerous poems he wrote.

Sadly, I don't have many pictures of Jo-Jo and me taken with my own camera or cell phone. But here is one from what used to be our annual family Christmas gift exchange.

Uncle Ping, or Jo-Jo, as my cousins and I called him, always had a strong leadership presence in the family. He will be sadly missed.

Before COVID-19 we used to have family dinners with up to 4 or 5 generations at the same meal. As a child or young adult, you had better reflect on your recent accomplishments and have some good answers prepared, because at dinner, Jo-Jo was likely to ask you some probing questions about your education, career, and/or life choices. He often seemed rather stern, so it was always very gratifying to sense his approval, or to be able to make him smile or laugh. To me, Uncle Ping was the wise, successful, patriarch, who offered good advice and words of wisdom, even if we didn’t always follow that advice. He is one of my role models. I look at the love and respect my extended family has for Uncle Ping, the success and accomplishments in his life, as well as the success and accomplishments of his daughter and his grandchildren, and I know that he did life right.

Aunt Ming, Nina, Larry, and kids, we are so sorry for your loss. We hope you can get through this difficult period knowing how much he was loved and respected, and how much of an impact he made and will continue to make in all of our lives. 

Love,
Tony & Jenifer

Part 1

No words can fully express our deepest sorrow loosing our beloved brother Ping so suddenly. Somehow I have found peace as I reflect on how brilliantly he lived his life on this earth.  

He was blessed having the most gracious parents one could ask for. He enjoyed his childhood while the world was shattered by wars among the nations.

He successfully kept top scores from high school through his years at the most renowned university in Taiwan. He was admired for having multiple gifts of singing, writing, speaking, etc. 

He was awarded an American Fulbright scholarship which provided tuition to pursue a master’s degree at Columbia University, international travel expenses and the cost for room and board in the USA.  

After Ping graduated from Columbia University with honors, he entered Yale University with a scholarship to further his education.  Soon he was joyfully married to his longtime college sweetheart, Ming, beautiful, elegant, also with many talents.  A year later, they were blessed with an adorable baby girl.  They named their baby YuPing, meaning Ping Junior.

Later, a rare opportunity came to Ping. The World Bank for Reconstruction and Development selected him to receive a position of Young Professional from among a thousand candidates.  He accepted the offer. For years, served by his wisdom and dedication, Ping was always highly regarded as one of the most outstanding staff of the World Bank, and he was totally devoted to this career until he reached the age of retirement.

Part 2

Ping was the eldest child with five sisters. He sure was our parents’ delight, and the admiration of the sisters.  Dealing with all the challenges of living in a foreign country, he never stopped caring for his family in Taiwan.  I am forever grateful that Ping and Ming encouraged me to further my education in America and squeezed their tight budget to finance my first year in USA.

After our father passed away in 1974, our mother moved to America to live with my family. She was 62 years old and very much independent.  Later Ping bought her a house facing ours, across the street.  She lived there happily for 34 years. Ping always supported her generously and made efforts to visit her after his business trips. I still remember so many times our mother gratefully saying to her friends: "Having my one son is more precious than having ten sons!"

At Taiwan University, Ping heard Gospel from a western lady missionary. He accepted Jesus Christ and was baptized.  I remember vividly that he invited me to their church where he was singing with the choir.  It is this assurance that comforts me in peace: Someday, I will sing praise to God with our beloved parents and Ping in heaven! 

May God grant us peace and strength in our deep sorrow as we mourn the parting of our beloved Ping.

Our mother was always overjoyed when Ping visted her!

One of the many banquets we enjoyed together.

Sweet smiles in front of thick banana leaves.

Blessed family. He loved them all dearly.

Sept. 2013
Our brother enjoyed taking us on an excursion or also a trip over a longer distance. He loved to treat us by insisting on taking over the bills.

Dear Aunt Ning, Nina, Larry, and children,

Our deepest sympathies go out to you during this time. We continue to mourn with you during this difficult time.

Despite the great sadness and grief, we are also encouraged when reflecting upon the lasting legacy that Uncle Ping has had on our family, as well as the extended family.

For example, I (David) still remember that when I was preparing to teach English in China in 2002, Uncle Ping gave me many words of helpful wisdom in preparation for my time overseas.

Also, Julia fondly recalls upon Uncle Ping’s charm and wit during family gatherings. He was always able to entertain young and old with his jokes and humor, as well as able to provide sound advice from his experience and travels.

There are countless more examples of Uncle Ping’s love and generosity shown towards our family. May one of the best ways we show our respect to Uncle Ping be to pass along his actions of kindness and charity to future generations.

With prayers and care,

David and Julia

Mr. Loh was a renaissance man, full of integrity who made the world a better place.

May he rest in peace. Our condolences to the family.

Caleb and Timothy enjoying a visit to Jo Gong and Jo Po's house in summer 2016

Timothy having a great time picking pears with Jo Gong in summer 2016

May 11, Bellevue

We had a wonderful time celebrating Ming-Jean's 80th Birthday. she offered us the most delicious birthday cake.

Oct.  2012

Philipp studied in Palo Alto from summer 2012 to summer 2014.
Here, he met up with Uncle Ping and Cousin Nina in the best dim sum restaurant in town.

Sept 2013,  Tahoe

- father and daughter sharing a good time in a restaurant in Tahoe


Aug 2011, a pic of Ping  with Mara

-  always as happy as could be when spending time with his 3 grandkids

Sept 2013

Ping, Joe and Chingkai --- brother-in-laws and always reliable friends

June 2018
Remember all those happy gatherings in the long years gone-by?

May 2016

Enjoying a beautiful day - Ming-Jean's birthday - together.

April,  2016
Celebrating Ping's 80th birthday.

April 18 --- Ping-cheung's birthday
It will always be a very special day for us.




April 17, 2012, Wuyishan, Province of Fujian

Back then, Ping-Cheung preferred undemanding and independent travel resembling backpack travel. He made a few trips to China this way. I remember that he went to Tibet once. I regret I myself don' t have any pics of that trip.



August 2018, at Lake Tahoe

a lovely picture of father and daughter

Okt./Nov. 2018,  trip to South-West china
My brother and I travelled with about 20 friends coming from Seattle as well as some other areas.


China-trip 2012
April 17, 2012,  in Wuyishan, Province of Fujian

Back then, my brother preferred independent and undemanding travel, resembling backpacking travel. He made a few trips to China this way. I regret that I myself don't have any pictures of his trip to Tibet. 






Dear Aunt Ming, Nina, Larry and children, our deepest condolences go out to you during this difficult time.   Although we did not have the opportunity to spend much time together, Uncle Ping’s strong values and altruistic character created a legacy that has positively influenced every generation of our extended family.  We will miss him greatly and will never forget the kindness he showed John, me and our children.  We hope the outpouring of love and support from all who knew him will bring some comfort. Love, Alice and John

You are always in my Heart.Thank you for your Love 💗 Rest In Peace 🎶

April/May 2017
Inspired by a trip his grandson Grant made to Iceland, my brother invited me to join him to discover this Nordic country. Great nature at every step of the journey, so unique! We really enjoyed the trip.


In Oct/Nov 2018, my brother and I joined some 20 friends for a trip leading to places in South-West China, of which many areas were inhabited by ethnic minorities like Miao and Dong People.
When we were in Dazhai County in the province of Guizhou, and totally out of blue, some friends ran into a marble tablet on a wall, with an engraved text introducing a project financed by the World Bank, called “Guizhou Natural and Cultural Heritage Protection and Development Project”. The friends shouted, Ping, come over, quick, the World Bank ….! Yes, my brother was obviously very touched reading the text! The organization he had dedicated himself to for so many years was present here, in a remote corner of China! And it wanted to do some good! At least that was what the text said. 


To the family of Ping Cheung Loh:  I first met Ping 50 years ago, when I joined the Legal Dept of the Bank in 1972. He became a mentor almost immediately.  Ping had played a signifiant role in the establishment of the Staff Association.  He soon finished that role and encouraged me to become the Legal Dept's rep at the Staff Association.  And supported me greatly when I was elected President thereof.   In the early 1990s, when I had joined a major law firm and was very unsettled, Ping took time to steer me in a direction that would result in my moving to Moscow for another major part of my life.  I was fortunate to visit Ping and Jean in the early 2000s, and to see their lovely Washington home.  I am sad that I never made another journey there.
Ping was a wise and empathetic person. He always had a long view of life and events. And his friendship remained strong and steasfast no matter the distance in time and miles. I send deep condolences to Jean and the entire family.  And pray for Ping's soul to rest in peace. 

Brother's 80th birthday party. Flanked by his granddaughters, he looked so happy!

1972 --- I left the US for Germany, as a student. I felt homesick. Not long after my arrival, brother was in Europe on a working trip. He went the extra mile to come to see me. It did me a lot of good. 



以優秀的女兒為榮，掌上明珠永遠是他的至愛！

親愛的哥哥： 
您縂是竭心盡力多方關顧我們和我們的晚輩！ 數十年來，遠近的親友你都不斷慷慨資助，自己卻是一生儉樸。我們由衷地感激不盡！ 傷別離，悲慟難抑，您將永遠活在我們心裡！
苗林·筑玲 敬悼

He was the beloved and respected head of our family.

Great-Uncle Ping charmed all the kids in the youngest generation of our family. I think becoming a grandfather brought out the playful side of him, and it was wonderful to see.

Back then, Ping-Cheung had 3 sisters.  Two more were yet to come, and then the family was complete!

Oh boy! It's a boy! 
Baby Ping-cheung with proud parents

2021, first rose of the season, photo by jo-jo. when he joined facebook, it became easier for us to keep in touch. he would send photos of his beautiful flowers, the fiery colors of fall, deer passing through the neighborhood...

...another amazing sunset over seattle. i will miss these glimpses of the world through jojo's eyes 💔

2011, a special treat from jo-jo! he was always dropping by with food, checking in, showing he cared. thank you, jo-jo, for your generosity and kindness ❤️

Thank you for being a fantastic grandfather. I’ll cherish the memories we made together forever, miss you.

It's Ning-ling writing here. I'll always carry my deepest gratitude to my brother in my heart. His immense loving care of me had been a pillar of strength for me. For that I'm forever indebted to him. I miss him so much. I don't want to disappoint him and will stay strong. Thank you, brother!

2010, first contact and making kaegso feel welcome to the family

Dear Ming, Nina, and Larry,

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We will always remember our Brother Ping's kindness and love for the family.

Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Love,
Alice and Eugene

OBITUARY

Ping Cheung Loh

April 18, 1937 – September 6, 2022

Sunset Hills Memorial Park & Funeral Home

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