It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Gina Chen See (Chan) on 5th July, 2024 at the age of 52. Born on 31st January, 1972, in Toronto, Ontario, Gina was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece and dear friend.

Gina is survived by her devoted husband, Colin Chen See, cherished mother of children Katrina and Owen, who were the sun and the moon of her world. Beloved daughter of Yuet and Shuk Fong Chan, treasured sister by her older brother Kenny Chan (Amy, children Ashley, Tristan) and especially adored by her twin sister Gena Yang (Chi, children Aidan, Ethan, Logan). They will always feel her love and support.

On 12th July 2022, Gina was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic pancreatic cancer and given 8-11 months life expectancy. Gina’s new purpose was to enjoy life to the fullest, embracing every opportunity to create and share wonderful times with loved ones. As a bona-fide foodie, she enjoyed life through all her senses and revelled in taste, texture, aroma and presentation of food. From an early age, Gina’s other passion was travel. She enjoyed the planning, the trip, the sights – everything was an adventure. Especially over the past two years, she was on a mission to enjoy short getaways between difficult treatments – she was determined to push through and make the trips – and she did. Mostly with Colin or Gena at her side. She enjoyed every moment in the warm sun, on beautiful beaches, meeting smiling faces in many countries. She truly appreciated the people, cultures, history and scenic destinations. This love of life she shared with her husband, children, sister, close loved ones, life-long school friends and friends through work.

Gina’s warm presence, thoughtful, positive and bubbly nature along with the multitude of ways she touched the hearts of those around her will be cherished forever and never forgotten.

Gina’s compassionate spirit, love of life and her infinite generosity touched the lives of those she met. She was the heart and light that held us all together. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. We long for her every minute and know that she walks beside all who were lucky enough to love her.

To all those loved ones and dear friends in her life, we thank you for bringing light and joy into Gina’s journey along the way. To honour our sweet Gina, we ask that you pay kindness forward. As she did, speak kindly, think positively, do good and smile, it inspires more kindness.

A gathering for Gina will be held at York Funeral Centre, 160 Beecroft Road, North York, ON, M2N 5Z5, on Sunday, 14th July, 2024. Visitation will take place from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, followed by a Chapel Service from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. We welcome loved ones to gather, reminisce and celebrate Gina’s life.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. Donations can be made in Gina’s name on the donation page to be set up shortly.