George L. K. Hoh, age 87, died on June 10, 2022, in Wilmington, Delaware.
He was born in Canton, China to Daisy Hoh and Reverend Dr. Yam Tong Hoh. At the age of 5, he came to the USA as a refugee with his mother, followed 4 years later by his father.
He moved to Berkeley, California after his beloved Mother died, where he met Florence at the Church’s Chinese School. He completed his undergraduate studies from Pomona College, he earned his Doctorate in Chemistry from the University of Kansas and did his post-doctoral work from Brandeis University. During this time, he became a naturalized citizen.
George and Florence were married by Rev. Hoh in California in 1962. George had already started his career with DuPont in Wilmington as research chemist in the Electro Chemicals department at the Experimental Station. Shortly after, their first son David was born. Three years later their second son Larry was born. George’s career moved him to downtown Wilmington and then to Chestnut Run in the Packaging and Industrial Polymers department where he retired with several patents. He was a member of the American Chemical Society.
For hobbies, George worked on cars and was good at fixing most things around the house. He was an active part of Boy Scout Troop 61 in the late 70’s and early 80’s; taught several merit badges; enjoyed the camaraderie of the other scout leaders. He was a mentor and guide to many youths in and out of Scouting. While never fond of traveling, George and Florence went to Australia and the highlight of the trip for George was his interactions with a wallaby. He appreciated classical music and a late-night vanilla ice cream and apple pie. George was an early adopter of the 3 R’s: reduce, reuse, and recycle. He reused or repurposed many items.
George enjoyed volunteering as a driver for Meals on Wheels for many years. He also was a past President of the Green Acres Civic Association.
George will be remembered as a patient and generous Father. He loved to read and enjoyed sharing his wisdom with others. His gentle spirit and thoughtful nature will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate to have known him.
He is survived by the love of his life Yim Lin (aka Florence) Hoh, his sons David (Cecilia) and Larry (Susan), his brother John Hoh as well as many nieces and nephews and their children.
Services are private.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances in George’s memory can be sent to a charity of your choice.
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