In memory of
Hang Sun Lee 李杏新
June 18, 1927 -
December 21, 2023
Hang Sun Lee was born in China on June 18, 1927. She lived a long and happy life until the age of 96, passing peacefully in her sleep at home.
She was married to Kwok Kuen Lee (d. 1988) at seventeen, giving her adult responsibilities at a very young age.
She was a dedicated and tireless mother to seven children. Predeceased by her daughter Christine (Norman). Survived by her other children Ann Marie (Ed), Rose (Wayne), Rita, Robert (Teresa), Luisa, and Bill (Rose).
A fruitful life has provided her a loving family, that includes grandchildren Raymond, Silvia, Jackie (Don), Jeff (Jen), Jenn (Byron). Predeceased by Kim and Derek. Great grandchildren include Oliver, Scarlett, Remi, and Bodhi.
Her extended family includes many nieces and nephews.
A courageous woman whose life led her to move from China to Hong Kong, and then to Mexico. In the mid-sixties, she made her way up north to Levack, Ontario, before settling in Toronto, her final home and resting place. She did this with numerous children in tow, travelling to foreign countries not knowing the languages.
As a young girl, she was an excellent student, one of the few females who was allowed to attend school. During that time, she enjoyed singing on stage with fellow classmates.
She focused on raising her children. After working in a restaurant all day, she would come home to prepare a home cooked meal. The specialty being her traditional soups we had everyday. She also made wontons, egg rolls, dumplings, and other foods from scratch.
Her style was elegant whenever there was a birthday, wedding or family dinner. Always modest and graceful.
She was an avid gardener of flowers and vegetables for the family table. Always providing.
Upon her retirement, she enjoyed meeting up with the ladies to play tiles. She would make her special yellow sponge cake among other desserts.
She also enjoyed following the Toronto Blue Jays and watching curling but thought hockey was too violent of a sport.
She had great admiration for Queen Elizabeth. Often waking up bright and early to watch live telecasts of Royal weddings and celebrations.
Her entire family is enriched by her love and dedication.
She will be greatly missed by all those she has left behind.
