Obituary for Kheang Meng Ung
Kheang Ung 12/14/1971 - 6-9/2019
Calgary, Alberta
It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Kheang Ung, on June 9, 2019 in Calgary, Alberta. Best known for his radiant smile, big heart, and adventurous spirit, Kheang enriched the lives of everyone who knew him. Whether he was teaching his family to cross country ski, or teaching Chemistry at Crescent Heights High School, Kheang was always patient, encouraging, and kind.
Kheang was born in Cambodia and spent his early years as junior village fisherman alongside his dad, Khun. At the age of 9, his family moved to Canada where he continued to be a great help to his family, helping out with the family business when he was older.
When he wasn't hard at work, Kheang enjoyed playing soccer and basketball, riding his bike, hiking, travelling, and listening to music. He was an old soul and preferred jazz, Khmer oldies, Leonard Cohen, and James Taylor to the latest top 40 hits.
The mountains were Kheang's happy place and so it was fitting that he met his wife, Karen on a backpacking trip in Banff, and proposed to her at Lake Louise. After a brief courtship - when you know, you know! - they were married in 2008 and brought two beautiful daughters into the world: Miya in 2009 and Emi in 2011.
Although Kheang had several academic and athletic achievements and traveled the world, he was most proud of his children and students. Nothing pleased him more than knowing his kids (daughters or students) were doing well. He put others ahead of himself and this made him an amazing husband, father, son, brother, uncle and teacher.
Kheang will be dearly missed by his wife Karen (Herrington); daughters, Miya and Emi; mother, Chinnee (Suy); sisters, Tany (Jason Beaule) and Sheila (Neel Datta); brother, Meng (Jason Bauche); nephew, Andrew; nieces, Ashley, Anjali, and Malia; and countless friends and students. He was predeceased by his father, Khun and sister, Tat.
A Memorial Service to celebrate Kheang’s life will be held at Crescent Heights High School (1019 1 St NW, Calgary, AB) on September 7, 2019 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Lung Cancer Canada, or Miya and Emi’s education fund (make cheques to Miya and Emi Ung, with “RESP” in memo).
“If the people we love are stolen from us, the way to have them live on is to never stop loving them.” ~ James O’Barr
Calgary, Alberta
It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Kheang Ung, on June 9, 2019 in Calgary, Alberta. Best known for his radiant smile, big heart, and adventurous spirit, Kheang enriched the lives of everyone who knew him. Whether he was teaching his family to cross country ski, or teaching Chemistry at Crescent Heights High School, Kheang was always patient, encouraging, and kind.
Kheang was born in Cambodia and spent his early years as junior village fisherman alongside his dad, Khun. At the age of 9, his family moved to Canada where he continued to be a great help to his family, helping out with the family business when he was older.
When he wasn't hard at work, Kheang enjoyed playing soccer and basketball, riding his bike, hiking, travelling, and listening to music. He was an old soul and preferred jazz, Khmer oldies, Leonard Cohen, and James Taylor to the latest top 40 hits.
The mountains were Kheang's happy place and so it was fitting that he met his wife, Karen on a backpacking trip in Banff, and proposed to her at Lake Louise. After a brief courtship - when you know, you know! - they were married in 2008 and brought two beautiful daughters into the world: Miya in 2009 and Emi in 2011.
Although Kheang had several academic and athletic achievements and traveled the world, he was most proud of his children and students. Nothing pleased him more than knowing his kids (daughters or students) were doing well. He put others ahead of himself and this made him an amazing husband, father, son, brother, uncle and teacher.
Kheang will be dearly missed by his wife Karen (Herrington); daughters, Miya and Emi; mother, Chinnee (Suy); sisters, Tany (Jason Beaule) and Sheila (Neel Datta); brother, Meng (Jason Bauche); nephew, Andrew; nieces, Ashley, Anjali, and Malia; and countless friends and students. He was predeceased by his father, Khun and sister, Tat.
A Memorial Service to celebrate Kheang’s life will be held at Crescent Heights High School (1019 1 St NW, Calgary, AB) on September 7, 2019 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Lung Cancer Canada, or Miya and Emi’s education fund (make cheques to Miya and Emi Ung, with “RESP” in memo).
“If the people we love are stolen from us, the way to have them live on is to never stop loving them.” ~ James O’Barr