Born in Hong Kong on September 19, 1949 where it was during the post war era with life was a struggle. When Karin was growing up, she and her original family battled through adversities together during a period where Hong Kong was experiencing a lot of social and economic issues.
Karin met her husband Kim Yung (Jimmy) Wong at work in 1968. They realized they are living on the same street. They decided to get married in 1973 after they were dating each other for a few years.
Karin gave birth to Yuen Ying (Cathy) Wong (Daughter) and Tsz Kit (Sam) Wong (Younger Son). She became a full time mother after giving birth to her younger son.
Karin immigrated to Canada with her family in 1992 and started her small restaurant business in 1997. She retired in 2017.
In everyone’s eyes, Karin can be seen as a fighter, a carer, and a true friend. She was also seen as a person with tremendous skill in cooking where many would seek for her signature dishes such as mango pudding and radish white cake.
Her personal favourite is Hong Kong milk tea which she would demand for it even she was heading towards the end of her life.
She was resilient and optimistic throughout her life, facing every challenge with a smile and unwavering courage. A funeral service will be held at Hamilton Harron Funeral Home (5390 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC) on October 28, 2025 at 10 am.
