Chong suffered a stroke in March 1978 and died at age 74 on Oct. 13, 1978. The sign that advertised Chong’s candy store for 28 years was lowered Tuesday by crane operator Dewaine Moerman.

The three-minute commercial, launched by UP Brand Buzz, is based on a true story and tells the story of teacher Mrs Chong and her impact on a pupil's life. The winner was announced following seven ...