Audrey Jennie Tom

Audrey Jennie Tom, 68, of San Francisco, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born on September 16,1956, in San Francisco, CA, she was the daughter of Raymond and Marion Tom. Audrey was a devoted wife, mother, and friend.

On July 21, 1991, she married Gary Gee. Together, they had two children: Christina Gee, 31, and Michele Gee, 28. In addition to her husband and two daughters, she is survived by her brother, Malcom Tom. Audrey was a devoted mother remembered for her positivity and kindness. While her daughters attended Convent of the Sacred Heart, she volunteered at the school’s library, where she formed life-long friendships where they bonded over their passion for book keeping, fashion, and volunteering. In addition, Audrey served on the boards of two legacy family associations that support local businesses in San Francisco’s Chinatown, honoring the hard work and contributions of Chinese merchants who immigrated to San Francisco.

Audrey was the epitome of thoughtfulness. Her instinct was always to put others before herself, and she had a gift for making everyone she encountered feel her warmth and positivity. She loved to laugh, share stories, and listen. She radiated joy, whether she was cheering courtside at her children’s sporting games or lighting up in front of the TV as the Warriors were playing. To know her was to feel her kindness. Her heart was unmistakably pure.

In high school, Audrey spent a summer in Taiwan to broaden her exposure to international cultures and strengthen her bilingual skills. As a teenager, she also volunteered at Cameron House in San Francisco.

Later, as a buyer for Emporium, Audrey perfected an impeccable sense of style—a passion and skill that stayed with her long after her time there. Friends fondly remember her elegance and how she could always be seen in a fashionable outfit.

Building off her early travels to Taiwan and solo trips to Japan and Paris in her 20’s, Audrey’s passion for traveling only increased after meeting her husband Gary. With her husband and two daughters, they were able to travel to over 29 countries. Her travels took her across the globe to destinations such as Bhutan, Mongolia and Jordan.

As a lifelong learner, Audrey never stopped seeking ways to grow. She took Spanish classes at the Jewish Community Center (in part, to better order churros from the Sayulita food truck), enrolled in dance classes at the YMCA, hired a pickleball coach to improve her game, and could often be found reading multiple books at once. She had a passion for puzzles – Sudoku, Wordle, mahjong, crosswords – anything that challenged her mind and kept her sharp.

Audrey’s legacy is one of love, curiosity, grace and positivity. She will be remembered not for what she did but how she made people feel: calm, loved, and deeply known.

A celebration of life to commemorate Audrey will be held in a few months from now.