Zenaida R Chan of Aberdeen, NJ, has passed away, leaving behind a family and community who loved her dearly.
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Zenaida R. Chan, 66, of Aberdeen, who was lovingly known for her kind spirit and generous heart, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family at Robert Wood Barnabas, New Brunswick, , New Jersey. Born on August 5, 1959, in Manila, Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Gerardo P. and Crisanta (Ronquillo) Chan. She was also predeceased by her brother, Augusto Chan. Zenaida grew up in the Philippines and carried with her throughout her life the values of family, hard work, and compassion that were rooted in her early years there. Zenaida later moved to the Aberdeen area of New Jersey forty years ago, where she built a life centered on service, dedication, and love for others. While living in the Philippines, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a reflection of her commitment to caring for people and making a meaningful difference in their lives. She spent many devoted years in nursing, and her career was marked by professionalism, patience, and genuine concern for those in her care. She was last employed at McAuley Hall Health Care Center in Watchung, New Jersey, where she continued to serve with the same steady compassion that defined her life. Those who knew Zenaida will remember her as a loving, generous, and kind woman who gave freely of herself to family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to cross her path. She had a warm presence and a thoughtful nature that made others feel welcome and cared for. Her life was a quiet example of selflessness, and she was always willing to help when someone was in need. Her generous heart touched many lives, and her memory will remain a source of comfort to those who loved her. In her personal time, Zenaida found joy in simple pleasures. She enjoyed eating out, was an avid shopper, and loved relaxing with romance movies, especially those shown on the Hallmark Station. These interests brought her happiness and reflected her appreciation for life's gentle and comforting moments. She embraced these pastimes with the same warmth and enthusiasm that she brought to her relationships with others. Zenaida is survived by her loving siblings, Felicidad, Aurora, Ricardo, Jun, and Rolando, as well as her cherished nieces and nephews, Michael, Christine, Marjorie, Albert, Marilyn, Catherine, Ma. Elena, John, Jesus, Root, Christopher, Erick, Rachelle, Timothy, Josephil, Jeffery, Joanna, Joel, David, and Daniel. Her family will forever treasure the love she shared, the example she set, and the many memories she leaves behind. She will be greatly missed, always loved and never forgotten. Her life was one of devotion, grace, and quiet strength and her legacy of kindness and generosity will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends.
Family and friends are invited to visit on Thursday, May 7th, 2026, from Noon until 4:00PM at Shore Point Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 3269 State Highway/Route 35 North, Hazlet, New Jersey 07730. In respect of Zenaida's wishes, she will be privately cremated. For more information, directions or to send condolences to the family, please visit www.shorepointfh.com.
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