Ying To "Tony" Ma – 87, Truro, passed
away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, September
1, 2024, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in
Canton, China, he was a son of the late Sai John Mah and Ngan Ying
(Chan) Mah.
Tony was the co-owner and chef at Asia Restaurant from 1970
– 1997. Many will remember seeing Tony around town walking
his beloved dog, Scottie. He enjoyed travelling, dim sum with family
and friends and listening to Chinese opera.
Tony is survived by his children, Jane Lau, Markham, Ontario;
Kenneth Ma, Valley; Marryat Ma (Blair), Waterloo, Ontario; grandson,
Nathan Lau, Keswick, Ontario; brothers, William Mah, Montreal, Quebec;
Tommy Mar, Calgary, Alberta; several nieces and nephews. Along with
his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Mi Ha (Cho); older
brother, Frank Mar.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall –
Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where the funeral service
will be held 1 p.m., Saturday, September 7, 2024, The Reverend Lori
Ramsey officiating. Reception will follow. Private interment in Truro
Cemetery, 125 Robie Street, Truro. If so desired, donations in
Tony’s memory to Kidney Foundation of Canada (Atlantic
Chapter) or Heart and Stroke Foundation are welcomed. Tributes, words
of comfort and memories may be shared at:
www.mattatallvarnerfh.com