I was heartbroken upon learning of Sam’s passing in May 2020 through a dear friend. Sending my deepest condolences to his family as I considered him as a friend during my times in college at the University of Pennsylvania as well as one of many memories. My friends and I teased him mercilessly as we noticed that he couldn’t pass a mirror without looking at himself as he had movie-star looks and was tall for an Asian guy. 

A few years ago someone shared a quote by Denis Waitley: “Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed. Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace, and gratitude.”

I was quite fond of him and his influence (without his knowing) actually formed my opinion on the type of person I wanted to share my life with. I remember the times we shared and regret that I didn’t have the chance to  say our good-byes back then. Sam, may you rest in peace and I look forward to when our paths will cross again. 


I wanted to share that I spent ten years  or more working with Sam at Mount Vernon hospital. 

Sam was a very conscientious physician.  Over the course of the years we had all sorts of conversations as we passed the hospitalist baton to each other and signed out patients.  We also got on to talking about family  and the meaning of life from time to time. 

I will never forget Sam telling me that he was enjoying getting closer to his son as they were reading through the Bible together and participating in church.   I think this was at a time when his his family and thus his son had been relocated to a new school by virtue of purchasing a new house.   It was a difficult time it appeared but he had found encouragement and was encouraging me.   

To see a father's joy at connecting with his family in more transcendental ways expressed to me as we labored together at a job was an inspiration.    

My condolences goes to brother hongs family . I remember the first time i met him at the kingdom hall his smile was so big and welcoming and people can tell his heart was big as well .He was so caring and loving I remember he gave me a card for the lost of my own grandma. I will never forget that day. His card Meant  so much to me. He will be truly missed. Cant wait To see u again 
~revelations 21:4







Sam was our dear friend. He will truly be missed. He was kind and considerate to everyone he met. He was always ready to help not only in the medical field, but also in the congregation. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve asked him for free medical advice! And anytime someone needed assistance moving, Sam was there to lend a helping hand. We will miss our friend, but the resurrection hope brings us much comfort. I know we will see him again. Jeremy and I will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

I am so sorry to hear the news of your passing.  I was privileged to work with you at IMVH and together responded to many emergencies where you exuded professionalism and skill.  You were easy to talk to. I will always remember your love of diverse cuisines ( you never missed a potluck).  I enjoyed preparing my jerk and curry chicken for you.  I will always remember your smile.  I can still see you walking in your long lab coat enroute to a code or rapid response.  Rest Well,!



To my dearest brother and friend Dr. Kyung Hong. He was the epitome of humility, kindness and wisdom. I had a treasured opportunity to work along side him caring for one of the friends in an emergency. I am humbled and appreciated every moment. He reminded me by his actions that Proverbs chp16-19 Better to be humble among the meekThan to share the spoil of the haughty. My dearest brother we will meet again with your family and friends in the resurrection. Sister Andrea Sears.

I had the pleasure of working with Dr.Hong at   Mount Vernon Hospital ... Dr.Hong was a loving and  caring person ..he always took time to talk and have coffee or food with the people he cared about.  You will be missed! My prayers go out to the family. 

I had the wonderful opportunity to work with Dr Hong at Mt. Vernon hospital.  I will always remember how calm he was regardless of the emergency that he had to respond to.  I not only implemented that skill in my nursing career but also in my life.  I have loss a  coworker, a friend,but must of all a spiritual brother.  To say he is going to be missed  is a understatement. However because of the faith we shared, I know I will see him once more.     May Jehovah give your family the comfort they need at this difficult time.                 

Yvonne Jordan 

There was a magic time in Lake Ridge starting in 2002.  It began with 5 mothers being asked to volunteer as the "Kindergarten Moms";  Elizabeth, Amy, Karen, Andrea and Tracy.   Beyond the classroom, we discovered our children played well together including the younger and older siblings.  We welcomed the Meruvia children from another Kindergarten class.  The children pushed each other in matters of science, literature and creativity.  The mothers, away from Kindergarten, got along fabulously too by supporting and trusting each other.  The fathers, including Sam, were kind and supportive of this large group.  They encouraged the Friday night get together dinners, pool days, birthday parties and field trips.  Sam's dry wit, golfing prowess, and engaging smile was always a welcomed treat wherever we gathered.  There are nothing but fond memories of a very sweet, educated man who could chat about all topics.  His passing is a tremendous loss and the Hong family will always be in our prayers

To the family and friends of Dr.Hong ,I send my deepest sympathy on the lost of your love one, but want you to know it's a lost to us that had the privilege to work with him . He was awesome in everything he did, even just speaking with you he made you feel you were apart of the team and not a small person, I will miss all he did , he cared .most of all the lovely smile is gone , but the memories of him will stay in my heart. God Bless You And Your  Family.🙏🏿

So very saddened to hear this new's of Dr. Hong's passing.  As a co-worker, friend and emergency care giver for my husband when a patient at INOVA MVH, he was "the best of the best" of all the physician's that I have ever met!  What a loss to his family and the medical field.  He will surely be missed by all.  Rest in Peace Dr. Hong.

To the Family and Friends of, Sam Hong

As his spiritual sister I had great pleasure of knowing Sam!  I would often try to read who he was  “today are you Brother Hong or Dr Hong”. We would laugh because he learned what that meant.   To his family I characterized Sam as my younger Brother. When I do that. It’s family.

He was content in sharing his faith. And making quality time  to spend  with his family.  Upon his resurrection I will ask the same question. WHO are you today!
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The grief that shadows the loss of a love one is a surging sting. (1corinthians 15:55) Many questions can arise from this occasion. Why do we grow old?  So many of life questions are answered from your own personal copy of Gods Word “the Bible “. Another question is why do we die, when our natural inclination is to live forever?  When we read the Bible we find such promises as “the righteous will process the earth and live forever on it” Pslams 37:29. Or “ death will be no more neither pain or out cry for the former things has pass away Revelation 21:3,4 


I worked with Dr Hong at Mt Vernon Hospital as our house officer , I started of being intimidated by his questions when you call him on a Rapid Response  for a patient,until one day I was eating a a dish from my country Sierra Leone , the smell is awful but it’s taste is awesome. Dr Hong came in the kitchen and asked me what I  was eating , I asked him to join me . He was hesitant to try but he sat down and tried it , that was it Dr Hong   , he will always ask for a dish or give me money to prepare him a dish. His humility was remarkable.He once gave me  a joke , about the dish  “Cassava Leaves “that his wife was also hesitant to try it  and ask him not to bring it home because of its smell , he convinced her to taste it, when she did ,she was begging him to bring  some more. The dish is called “Cassava Leaves”  
I last worked with him 7 years ago  and always know  that he will always ask of me to prepare him a dish ,when ever he sees me not knowing it will not happen again. 
Best memory  for me  is “ I’m still using your skill you taught me in inserting an intravenous line , and I’ve excelled in it “ RIP DOC .
May God perpetual light shines upon you  in heaven and  May he heal your love ones you left behind.This is a big loss for any medical facility he serves.
From Nurse,
Khadija Beatty, RN, BSN, MPH.

My deepest sympathy to Dr. Hongs family.  A phenomenal MD who cared very much about the patients he cared for at IMVH. Very supportive of our nursing team in order to work together to provide excellent care to our patients. A finer colleague will be difficult to find. To his family, know that he was loved, respected & missed by our nursing & patient care team & always remembered fondly.  I pray that you find a small bit of comfort in knowing how many lives he touched & lives he saved. RIP Dr Hong! You will not be forgotten. 

One of the best Doctors in a medical emergency that I have been privileged to work with also had a PG county edge and dry yet funny  sense of humor. Last but not least he was a friend who you could have a cup of coffee with and just talk and laugh.  I will miss him but cherish the memories that we shared My prayer of comfort go out to his family

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Sam Kyung Hong

March 23, 1964 – January 8, 2019

National Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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