YaFen Gao

January 22, 1955, to September 25, 2022. DICKINSON,TX — YaFen (Lucia) Gao, age 67 years, is survived by one brother and two sisters: ZheMing Gao, YaPing Gao, YaLi Gao and her only child, Juan Josephine Gong La Brake (Marcelino La Brake) and her four grandchildren Regina, Carolyn, John, and Angela. As well as many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, ZhenQuan Gao, QiaoZhen Sun and three siblings. Lucia enjoyed life with a childlike personality and a walk to the park or taking rides to the mall were simple pleasures that she loved to share with her grandchildren. Lucia also enjoyed good food and as such perfected her cooking skills in the kitchen, often times competing for counter space with her son-in-law. Besides her culinary skills, Lucia was a talented seamstress and made a special wedding gown for her daughter. After her daughter is married, Lucia became a devoted grandma and shared the lives with her daughter's family in New Mexico, Florida and finally in Texas. In addition to her own grandchildren Lucia enjoyed taking care of other babies and serving as God's instrument welcoming new souls. Most recently Lucia spent a lot of time as a caregiver for those with terminal illnesses. Her caring and simple nature will be missed by those whose lives she touched. Lucia converted to the Catholic Faith in 2008 after she came to the United States from China in 2007. She had a strong devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and was diligent in saying her daily Rosary. Lucia was fortified by the sacraments of Holy Mother Church through the support of Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Dickinson, TX. Family is asking everyone to continue praying for the repose of Lucia's soul & may she Rest in Peace and also would like to thank the Hospice Care Team lead by Dr Suzanne McClure for their compassionate and kindhearted services. Viewing will be held between 5-7 pm on Monday, October 3rd at Crowder funeral home in Dickinson, TX and a requiem High Mass will be held on Tuesday, October 4th, at 10 am at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Dickinson, TX followed by burial at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family would appreciate a donation to Queen of Angels Catholic Church & Academy in Dickinson, TX. Galveston Daily News September 29, 2022