[Unit559board] Fwd: Fw: DOWNEY WHITTIER BRIDGE CLUB

I'm adding a paragraph at the bottom of the article: And finally, we announce Ernie Wong's advance to Diamond Life Master just before passing away this month. Ernie was a stalwart supporter of the Downey club, and I know he was Lulu Minter's favorite partner on BBO. -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: Fw: DOWNEY WHITTIER BRIDGE CLUB Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2023 05:52:20 +0000 (UTC) From: John Jones <johndjones44(a)yahoo.com> Reply-To: John Jones <johndjones44(a)yahoo.com> To: Morris Jones <mojo(a)whiteoaks.com> Here is the email that Liz Burrell sent out a week ago. -- JJ ----- Forwarded Message ----- *From:* Elizabeth Burrell <lizburrell7(a)gmail.com> *Sent:* Monday, July 24, 2023 at 04:21:28 PM PDT *Subject:* DOWNEY WHITTIER BRIDGE CLUB It's a beautiful day but it is hard to notice the sunshine after the sad news we received today.  Our long-time friend, fellow bridge player and all-around good person, Ernie Wong, passed away over the weekend.  We are all saddened at this news but not too surprised. The last time he played at Downey (and provided us with a delicious lunch), we were somewhat shocked at his fragile appearance.  We are so happy he was able to play with us one final time at our little club. Ernie was a good friend to the Downey Whittier BC and he was especially fond of Marcie.  He hosted many lovely luncheons for our club and was a faithful supporter as a player for several years.  We send our condolences to his many friends in the area and throughout the bridge world.  We are not aware of any plans for memorial services but will let you know if we hear any details. He will be missed by many. We hope you are making your plans now to join us for bridge on Wednesday, July 26, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 150 North Palm, La Habra, start time is 10:00 am.  Please call, text or email if you have questions or comments. Liz Burrell, Club Manager 562-972-2913