Dr. Henry Ng, a longtime San Francisco resident and retired microbiologist, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the age of 95.

Born on November 6, 1929, in San Francisco, California, Dr. Ng graduated from the University of California, Berkeley and subsequently earned his Ph.D. in Microbiology from the University of California, Davis. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and went on to have a distinguished career as a food scientist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In 1957, he married his sweetheart Betty, and the couple later settled in San Francisco, where they raised their five children.

Following his retirement, Dr. Ng remained active by managing several properties throughout the Bay Area, participating in music programs at the senior center, and spending time with his family. He was a lifelong learner who remained intrigued by science magazines and educational programs. He was also a devoted fan of the San Francisco Giants, San Francisco 49ers, and the Golden State Warriors.

Dr. Ng is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Betty; his children Jennifer (Elias), Daniel (Teresa), Nancy (Ian), Vanessa (predeceased) and Kenneth (Flavia), five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. He will be missed and remembered with love and admiration by all who knew him.

Visitation Hour will be held at Green Street Mortuary on Saturday, August 2, 2025 from 4:00-5:00 pm.

Funeral will be held at Green Street Mortuary on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at 12:00 pm, followed by a graveside service at Woodlawn Memorial Park.

If you so choose to, donations may be made in memory of Henry Ng to any of the following charities: American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, Colorectal Cancer Alliance, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and National Kidney Foundation.

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