In memory of
Byong-Ae Han 박병애
April 6, 1935 -
September 12, 2023
Byong-Ae Han (nee 박병애) Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Byong-Ae Han at the age of 88 with her daughter, YoonHee, by her side. Beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great grandmother, she went to be with the Lord on Tuesday Sept 12, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents, Shin Young Gue and Pak Dong Bin and husband Ki-Ryong Han. Byong-Ae was born on May 8, 1935 (noted as April 6, 1935) in Sariwon, Korea and married in 1954 to Ki-Ryong. Byong-Ae was described as strong willed, compassionate and truly dedicated to her family which was soon blessed with 4 children and a happy household. During her life, she owned a coffee house in Myung-Dong while continuing to maintain her high standards within the home. Wanting the best for her children, she was successful in initiating immigration to Canada and worked in diverse occupations to support her family while making Don Mills their new home.
Left to treasure her memory are her daughters; YangHee Lee (Young Ho), YoonHee Paulyn (Dimitri), sons; Steven Chang-Hyun Han (HyeWon), Myong Hyun Han (Helen), grandsons; Allen Lee (Cathy), Phil Perkins (Alanna), Brian Han, Pearce Perkins (Taylor) and Michael Han, granddaughters; Karen Wiegner (Jonathan) and Rachel Han , great grandchildren; Charlotte Lee, Rhys Perkins, Chloe and Tripp Wiegner.
She was a dedicated member of Korean Congregation at St Mark's Presbyterian Church where she was actively involved, especially in the choir. Thank you to all the staff and caregivers at Castleview Wychwood Towers Long-term Care Home for their loving and exceptional care. Friends may visit at York Cemetery and Funeral Home– 160 Beecroft Road North York ON M2N 5Z5 on Sat Sept 16th from 2 pm to 6 pm. Funeral Service to be held on Sun Sep 17th at 10 am.