Yifei Oliver Sun, beloved husband, son, avid football fan, and brilliant mind, passed away on May 23, 2024, at the young age of 33. Born on December 11, 1990, in Shanghai, China, Yifei is survived by his parents Weihua Zhang and Maochun Sun, and his wife Isabelle Kao.
Oliver’s academic journey and professional career were marked by excellence and creativity. He easily gained admission to the top-tier Shanghai Jiao Tong University to study industrial design. He then earned a Master’s Degree from Carnegie Mellon University, a testament to his dedication and intellectual prowess. His passion for design and technology led him to prominent roles at IBM and Capsule, where he made significant strides in advancing user experience and product functionality.
At the time of his passing, Oliver was a Senior Product Designer at Citadel. His work at Citadel exemplified his ability to merge technical skill with creative vision, driving the company’s products to new heights and leaving a lasting impact on his colleagues and the industry at large.
Beyond his professional achievements, Ollie was an ardent football enthusiast, with a special love for the Pittsburgh Steelers. His infectious joy and energy brought others together as he and his wife frequently hosted lively gatherings at their apartment fueled by his warm hospitality. He had a knack for making everyone feel welcome, whether through his love of cooking or his talent for bringing people together. His gatherings were always filled with laughter, delicious food, and a sense of community.
In addition to his professional and social pursuits, Oliver was a natural athlete with a gifted body. He loved working out and staying active, which came easily to him as he further chiseled his Davidesque body. His inquisitive mind made him a wonderful thinker, constantly exploring life’s philosophies and challenging conventional wisdom. Ollie’s sense of adventure and thirst for knowledge were inspiring, making him a true sponge for experiences and ideas.
Oliver is survived by his loving wife, Isabelle, who was his unwavering support and partner in life. Together, they built a life filled with mutual love, admiration, respect, and shared dreams now tragically cut short.
Yifei Oliver Sun’s legacy is one of innovation, passion, and profound contributions to all the many worlds he touched. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege to know him.
Ollie would be tickled by the fact that this was written with the help of ChatGPT. We all love and miss you Ollie ❤️ Thank you for being a wonderful husband, son, brother, friend, colleague, and all-around amazing person.
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