The funeral service for Producer and member of the
legendary VP Records family, Joel Chin is scheduled for
Monday, August 29 at the Holy Trinity Cathedral on North
Street.
Before the service, there will be a musical tribute slated
to take place at noon. Entertainers who wish to pay
tribute to Joel are asked to contact VP Records local
office.
Joel Chin was shot and killed at his home by unknown assailants on August 16. Reports from the Stony Hill
Police are that about 10:45 p.m., Chin was exiting his
motor vehicle at home when he was pounced upon by
armed men. Residents heard explosions and summoned
the police. On arrival of the lawmen, Joel Chin was found
with gunshot wounds. He was taken to the hospital where
he was pronounced dead.
The police are investigating.
Joel Chin is the grandson of VP Records founders Pat and
Vincent Chin.
In relating news, upcoming entertainer Denno has
recorded a song in tribute to Joel Chin.
The song dubbed Gone too Soon was produced by
Master One Productions. Denno explained that he
recorded the song because Chin gave him a lot of
encouragement and was always positive and jovial.