“The loss is immeasurable,
— unknown
but so is the love left behind.”
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You created my world. Now it is time for me to explore it on my own. 晚安妈妈.
Dear Scott, I was shocked to learn about Ling's passing just today. I saw on FB that it was her birthday a few days ago and sent her a birthday greeting. It's when I realized that she has been gone. I am not sure if you remember me but I had visited your home once or twice right after graduate school. I remember Ling to be so chic, with beautiful tastes. But more importantly, I remember her to be this very kind and gentle person. I am sorry that I had lost touch with her over the last few years. Ling will be truly missed.
We are grateful to have known Ling. She invited us into her home with warmth and stimulating conversation, and she was delightful to be around. Ling was an intellectual force and had tremendous spirit! She made a lasting impression on us and we wish that we could have spent more time with her. Our condolences Scott and Tyee and to the whole family.
I miss you Ling.
You were such a joy to be around.
Still missing Ling. I think of her every day.
I remember the first time I actually met her.... at home in Dallas where she made a wonderful Chinese dinner and Scott and Tyee played the piano. She was so proud of both of you and your many talents.
Memories of Ling continue to be an inspiration to me in determination, tenacity, love, adventure, and a joyful spirit.
What a huge impact one life can make on so many. She achieved so much in a much too short life—- and while I know the grief is great, that is only so because she was incredibly loved.
Still keeping you all in my prayers,
Crystal
Today is Qingming Festival in China, a festival that people used in memory of their relatives who passed away. I just want to pay the tribute to Aunt Ling here.
今天是中国的清明节，通常人们用来纪念他们逝去的亲人。在这里希望寄托我对姨妈的哀思和悼念，希望她在天国世界平安顺利。
My deepest condolences for your loss. Ling was a radiant spirit, bringing joy to those she encountered. She was smart, accomplished, and determined. She will be sorely missed.
I am writing this in deep sadness with my mother and the friends of Aunt Ling’s in Hefei including, Yan Wang, Yanru Zhang. We are shocked at the message that Ling has passed away. Aunt Ling provided so much help while I just moved to Dallas. I still cannot believe that the last time I said goodbye to Ling turned out to be a farewell. To Uncle Scott, I heard Aunt Ling had some last wishes in her hometown, Hefei. Please let me know if you need any assistance which come back to China. Please do not hesitate to contact me. We hope to provide some help as much as possible. Please accept sincere condolences in this message. Shiao Ling, her legendary life lives forever in our memories.
Dearest Scott,
Please forgive the tardiness of this message. The email address that you used for me at Comcast isn’t checked by me often. I just want you to know how very, very sorry I am to hear about your beautiful Ling’s passing. I am sending you so much strength and so much love through this very difficult time, my dear. Again, I am just so truly sorry for your loss.
Much love to you,
Loralee
We at Saint Mary's College hosted Ling for much too short a stay fifteen years ago. Or rather, she hosted us. She was an unfailingly gracious colleague, a vibrant and endlessly curious spirit, and a warm and devoted mother and spouse. Her passing is terribly sad news, but her memory will bring smiles and tears for a long time.
Ling was such a joy to be around and will be missed terribly. My deepest sympathies to the family. xo
Ling was a warm and caring person. Her big heart came through from the very first time you met her. She was a force to be reckoned with and an inspiring woman. She embraced life to the fullest and she will be missed by all who knew her. May her spirit and love live on through all the lives she touched.
My heart goes out to the whole family. Ling was such joy, such bright sunshine, such loveliness. I have been missing her since you all moved to Texas. Lots of love.
I am so sorry to learn of the sad news of Ling's passing. I met her at an AAS conference and realized that we shared a common field of research. I admire her scholarship and her fighting spirit throughout the years of her illness. This is a bright light that has been extinguished too soon.
I met Ling as I was a childhood best friend of Ling's stepdaughter, Lauren. As I remember her, she was the picture of grace and elegance. Always poised and exemplified being Chinese with so much class.
I do not want to say how sad it is. The snow buried the flowers that you planted for me.
Tears, dear friend! I wish you still here...
I am writing this with deep sadness. I am so sorry and heartbroken to learn that Aunt Ling has passed away.
Aunt Ling has been a great support in my life and career. She made me more determined in pursuing my MBA. She always encouraged me. She guided me with knowledge and experiences.
On behalf of the family, I would offer our deepest sympathies. We all miss Aunt Ling a lot. May her soul rest in peace.
I first met Aunt Ling in November 2019. Though I knew she was my mom's best friend, she gave me so much. She took me to dinner at a mexican restaurant, introduced me to Tyee, and let us have a great Thanksgiving in general. My mom had to fight with her about paying for food. My mom insisted on paying, but Ling wouldn't let her. When I had a fight with my mom, she wanted Scott to take me to the Natural Museum. She was always there to help me and comfort me, and I know she always will.
I first met Aunt Ling in November 2019. Though I knew she was my mom's best friend, she gave me so much. She took me to dinner at a mexican restaurant, introduced me to Tyee, and let us have a great Thanksgiving in general. My mom had to fight with her about paying for food. My mom insisted on paying, but Ling wouldn't let her. When I had a fight with my mom, she wanted Scott to take me to the Natural Museum. She was always there to help me and comfort me, and I know she always will.
There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. When our kids were so young and you lived in Alameda. We would go to your house, and chaos would be our dinner. You and my wife would talk about everything, Ling and I would share tea that her family sent her from China, so many kinds that I had never heard of. All the while the children cartwheeling everywhere there was space. We would spend hours chatting, hours that seemed endless. All those memories and so many more. There are no words, only love and prayers.