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Sing "Jerry" Yin Mah

December 08, 1932 - October 23, 2021

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Obituary For Sing "Jerry" Yin Mah

Sing “Jerry” Yin Mah, resident of Grande Prairie, AB, passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2021, at Mackenzie Place, at the age of 88 years.

Jerry was born in Kwangtung, China, on December 8, 1932, and travelled to Canada in 1949. He attended school in Edson, AB, followed by Alex Taylor School in Edmonton, AB. Later, Jerry and his father relocated to Westlock, AB, and started the Alberta Café. Eventually they ended up in Grande Prairie and purchased the Bamboo Gardens restaurant which was later transformed into the Midtown Restaurant.

In January 1970, Jerry in collaboration with his brother Hing and relative Guy Lee, purchased the Bamboo Drive-In, home of the once infamous Dry Ribs, lip-smacking burgers and oversized ice cream cones. Also in Grande Prairie, Jerry married his wife Kam, and started a family with four children. He was very much a family man and an avid sports fan. He was also a great conversationalist and enjoyed socializing with all.

Jerry is survived by his children: Philip, Victor, Jean (Len), and Wayne (Candace); and grandchildren Margot and Miles. Also surviving him is sister in-law Betty Mah and her children: Emily (John) Smith, William (Jeneva), Gordon, and their children; sisters Bo Oi and Bo Chow Cheung, and their families; relative Guy (Luisa) Lee and their children; as well as many extended family and friends.

Jerry was predeceased by his wife Kam; parents Hock Chow Mah and Pearl Yee Mah; step-mother Sim Kwei Mah; brother Hing Mah; as well as sister Bo Sin Wong.

The family would like to give a BIG thank you to the staff of Mackenzie Place for the top-notch care and attention provided for many years, the QEII Hospital emergency staff for their care and attention, as well as the paramedics who showed that not all superheroes wear capes and tights. Thank goodness!

A Celebration of Jerry’s life will be held on Friday, October 29, 2021, at 12:00pm, at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave.).

A link will be available 15 minutes prior to the service on Jerry’s obituary on Oliver’s Funeral Home website.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Jerry’s memory to Parkinson Association of Alberta - Edmonton (11209 86 St. NW, Edmonton, AB, T5B 3H7), or Grande Prairie Cancer Centre (9705 94 Ave., Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 3A2, or https://gphospitalfoundation.ca/donate/), or to a charity of one’s choice.

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  • November 02, 2021

    Tammie Pitman-Belyan

    I am very sad to hear about Jerry's passing. I also worked for years at the Bamboo Drive-Inn and we kept in touch as my son's mowed grass at his home for years. Special man and a friend to many. Prayers and condolences to his family.

  • October 29, 2021

    Mel Zelling

    So Very Sorry For Your Loss....Condolences to You All. Mel Zelling.

  • October 29, 2021

    H Dale Houser

    Wayne, My sincere condolences to you and your family Dale

  • October 28, 2021

    Vivian Wong

    Phil, so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. My prayers are with you & the rest of the family during this difficult time.

  • October 27, 2021

    Fedyna Szakacs Wendy

    I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. Thinking of you. Wendy Fedyna Szakacs. 💙

  • October 27, 2021

    Diana Marion

    My name is Diana Marion I worked at the Bamboo Drive Inn for about 6 years I enjoyed working there and considered Hing Jerry and Guy the best employers I ever had as well as friends. I was saddened when they closed and when Hing passed I will never forget them Jerry will be sadly missed. My condolences to the entire family

  • October 27, 2021

    Ernie joesph Beart

    I remeber Jerry from the Alberta Cafe in Westlock in the 50,s when I was going to school We used get a large order of french fries for 50 Cents May God comfort your familes during this time Ernie Beart

  • October 27, 2021

    Brian Bildson

    Jerry was one of our original clients at Prime Property Management. He grew to be a friend and was a delight to deal with . His smile was genuine and he was quick to laugh. He's another one of those early days business owners who helped make our city grow.

  • October 27, 2021

    Hagerman G

    Jerry was a favorite fellow of my family. He was always so kind. Please accept our deep sympathies in your loss. The Tetreau family

  • October 27, 2021

    Sam Way

    So sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. His presence will be missed. As will the regular visits by his children. Thoughts and prayers with the entire Mah family.

  • October 27, 2021

    Blais Kathy

    So sorry to hear this news. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

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