"Are you from Sichuan?" A familiar voice from our hometown caught my attention as Song and I strolled through the Chinese supermarket, just a month after our move to Columbus, Ohio in 2006. Turning around, I was met with the warm smile of a beautiful woman,  Xia, who stood alongside Shujun. And so, our story began...

From sharing Halloween treats on Farleigh Road to exploring new bakeries and attempting to replicate their delights (though I never quite mastered it), Xia and I forged a bond filled with laughter and adventures. She proudly boasted of her feats, running six
 miles an hour and swimming non-stop for 40 minutes, feats I could only marvel at. Together, we marveled at the splendor of the Great Smoky Mountains as the autumn leaves danced around us. Our Poke parties became a weekly ritual, with playful banter always
 directed at Shujun and Song.

In Columbus, she embodied kindness, enthusiasm, and boundless optimism. I cherished her calls, always beginning with a cheery, "Hey Buddy, how are you?" But amidst our shared joy, there were plans left unfulfilled. I regret not joining her on trips to her beloved
 American Great Mall in Minnesota, or experiencing the authentic flavors of Sichuan cuisine in Cleveland, which she promised to introduce me to. I never organized the cruise we dreamt of, always assuming there would be time, that she would get better.

Yet, it's with profound sadness that I realize time slipped away, leaving these dreams unfulfilled. I miss you deeply, my friend...

Yanwen and I met Pangxia in 2011 when we moved to Austin, MN. We were impressed by her passion to life, family and friends. She is always gentle, kind, and optimistic. She often shared with us her encouragement and support, which helped us a lot. We believe that life exists in multiple formats and spaces. Although we may not see her in the way we used to be, we trust that she happily lives in another dimension where she continues to love and take care of her family and friends!

Bing and yanwen

Dear Shujun,
We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Jiuxia Pang. She was not just a former colleague but also our friend. Her presence illuminated every room, and her absence leaves a profound void in our hearts.
Jiuxia's warmth, dedication, and unwavering spirit were evident in every interaction we had over the three years we shared at the Hormel Institute and Rochester Chinese community.
Losing someone as vibrant and compassionate as Jiuxia is an immense loss, and words seem inadequate to express the sorrow we feel. Her memory will continue to inspire us, reminding us of the lives of those she touched.

With heartfelt condolences,

Chuanhe Yu and Xia Zhao

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Jiuxia Pang

May 8, 1965 – May 4, 2024

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