Chan Luan Ha (何振倫先生) passed away peacefully at the age of 101 on August 7, 2025, at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Ontario, surrounded by his entire family.
Born on April 6, 1924, in Canton, China, Mr. Ha experienced a childhood marked by resilience and responsibility. After losing his father at a young age, he was raised in China by his uncle and aunt, while his widowed mother lived in Vietnam. In his early twenties, he moved to Vietnam to care for her, beginning a lifelong devotion to family that defined his every choice.
Mr. Ha built a life as a merchant, running a business in Ben Tre with dedication and integrity. He married Dang Van Luu (劉黨雲), his beloved wife of several decades, with whom he shared an enduring partnership until her passing in 2001. Together they raised seven children, instilling in them the values of love, perseverance, and unity.
A man of great will and resourcefulness, Mr. Ha survived wartime upheavals in both China and Vietnam before bringing his family to Canada, where he built a multi-generational home filled with warmth and togetherness. Known for his sweet tooth—whether enjoying ice cream, making orange juice generously sweet for his grandchildren, or sharing Timbits—he delighted in simple pleasures. He found joy in building things, from swings in the backyard to a flourishing garden, and in embarking on adventures both big and small: riding the subway, visiting Chinatown, buying lottery tickets from “lucky” stations, and taking in the energy of parades and bustling streets.
Mr. Ha is survived by his seven children, nine grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren, all of whom were touched by his love, wisdom, and enduring spirit. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered for the strength, kindness, and joy he brought to the lives of those around him.