Jian Bang Chen, 53, of Derry, passed away Friday May 21, 2010 at the Concord Hospice House, surrounded by his loving and devoted family. Jian was born October 24, 1959 in Taishung, China to the late Wei Cheng and Feng Ji (Li) Chen.
Mr. Chen came to this country in 2003 and worked at Chen’s Restaurant in Derry for 3 years. He loved this country and was proud of all it had to offer. Jian was a very happy, friendly man who had a contagious smile, wishing good health and happiness to all he met. He was never seen without that smile and people came to know him by it.
The family would like to thank people who gave medical attention to Mr. Chen during his long and courageous battle. The doctors, nurses and all who were involved with his care were superior, and for that, the family will be forever grateful.
Mr. Chen loved his family above all else and did all he could to make their lives comfortable. He gave of himself tirelessly to improve their quality of living. He is survived by his devoted wife of 27 years, Yu Ying (Chen) Chen, their loving children, Hai Yun Chen, Hai Ping Chen and Qing Yun Chen.
Calling hours were held on Friday May 28th from 10am until 12pm in the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch St., Derry. The burial followed in Forest Hill Cemetery in E. Derry.