Edith "Edie" Anne Wong

March 6, 1968 - April 1, 2018

Edith Anne Wong, 50, of Cary, North Carolina passed away April 1, 2018 at her home in Cary, North Carolina. She was born on March 6, 1968 in Augusta, Georgia to Philip and Elaine (Dang) Wong. Edie is survived by a sister, Elizabeth Wong Mark and nephew, Connor Mark, a brother, Russell Wong, his wife, Lydia Wong, nephews, Philip Wong and Ryan Wong, a brother, Roger Wong, a sister, Valerie Wong and her husband, Hosea Choice. She was preceded in death by her parents, Philip and Elaine Wong and a brother-in-law, Steve Mark. After graduating with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech, Edie worked as an engineer for companies in Texas and Michigan. However, family was very important to her and she moved to Cary to be closer to two of her nephews with whom she loved spending time. Her other interests included traveling and experiencing different cultures. Some of the destinations of her journeys included Egypt, England and Hawaii. She also had a passion for dogs, endangered species and the preservation of wildlife. A memorial service celebrating Edie's life will be held at JC Raulston Arboretum on June 3rd with Rev. Javier E. Almendárez Bautista officiating. Additional details are to be determined. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your favorite charity or one of the organizations listed below. • STAR center (sea turtle assistance) • NEST (Network for Endangered Sea Turtles) http://nestonline.org/ • Elephant Sanctuary, TN https://www.elephants.com/ • Carolina Tiger Rescue/ Carnivore Preservation, NC https://carolinatigerrescue.org/