Wing Yin Poon, age 86, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of Monday, May 9, 2022. Wing was born in Guangzhou, China to Mother, Poon Leung Kit Lin and Father, Poon Chuk Ying.
Wing is survived by his wife of 58 years, Betty and children Regina (Lyming), Alvin (Tina), Vivian (John) and Andrew (Carolyn). He is also survived by brothers Wing Hing (Shuk Han), Kenneth (Esther) and sister Helen Wu (Kwong). He is predeceased by his Mother, Father, eldest sister Ida Wai Kai Lam and her husband Kwok Wah Lam.
Wing took much pride and joy from his grandchildren, Collin, Lauren, Eleanor, Sierra and Ethan. We will fondly remember him for his sense of humour and fun. He loved ballroom dancing, music and films from the 50s and 60s and Chinese food with friends and family. He was happiest when spending time with his five grandchildren.
A viewing will be held at Forest Lawn Chapel, 3789 Royal Oak Ave in Burnaby on Sunday, June 5, 2022 from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The funeral service will be held on Monday, June 6, 2022 at 10:00 am. The committal service is scheduled for 11:15 am, followed by a reception - details will be outlined on the day of the service.
In lieu of gifts, please honour him through a memorial donation to the BC Children's Hospital Foundation.