Doris Camvone Ching

Doris Camvone Ching of Woodland Hills, CA, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2024 at the age of 93. Born July 9,1930 in Honolulu, HI, to Charles S.Y. Ching and Esther Y.H. Leong, Doris attended Saint Andrews Priory and the University of Hawaii Manoa before earning her doctorate in education from Harvard University on a full scholarship. She then dedicated 30 years to teaching and research as a Professor of Education at California State University Los Angeles where she inspired countless students and made significant contributions to the field of bilingual education, with her works and research still being cited over half a century later.

Doris also loved traveling, whether it was to see Europe and Asia with her parents, babysit her numerous nieces and nephews, or see her beloved siblings: Marian C Fang, Bernice KM Loo, Charles C Ching, Barbara C Werkheiser, Patricia C. Ching and Cordell C. Ching.

Doris is survived by her daughter, Christine C Richardson, son-in-law, Mark L Richardson, and her two grandsons, Davis L Richardson and Bryce E Richardson of Agoura Hills, CA. They extend their heartfelt gratitude to her second family, Meadowbrook Senior Living of Agoura Hills and Buena Vista Hospice for their compassionate care and the best desserts.

Doris’ legacy of kindness, generosity, wisdom, and love will forever be cherished by those whose lives she touched. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in her honor to DyslexicAdvantage.org to further her love of helping everyone learn and thrive.