Richard Tekee Wong Obituary
We announce the death of Richard Tekee Wong of Baltimore, Maryland, who passed away on August 13, 2026. Richard will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Tekee Wong to pay them a last tribute.
Richard will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Richard will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Richard’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He is survived by: his significant other Joan I. Oppenheimer; his sisters, Betty Wong Tomita and Marion Wong Chew (Richard); and his nieces and nephews, Lisa Gilleland (David), Diana Johnson (Michael) and Shigefumi Tomita (Marianne Vogel).
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Doctors without Borders or the Maryland SPCA.
