It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Herbert Yow Wai Dong on November 26th, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Malinda, and their two daughters, Nonalee (Robert) and Heather Chi Ping. He is also survived by his sisters Dorothy, Rosabelle (Peter), Ida (Jim), and Dora, as well as his brothers Henry (June), Jase (Dayanna), Jack (Sandy), and Willard. Herbert was a proud and devoted grandfather to his beautiful grandchildren, Quinten, Chloé, Vivian, and Sophia.
He was predeceased by his siblings: Yau Tak, Anita, Doreen, Naida, Betty, Raymond, and Allan.
Born in Metchosin, BC, in 1934, he graduated from Victoria High School. Herb was a long time entrepreneur and developer who greatly contributed to the growth and prosperity of the Southern Vancouver Island community. Herb travelled widely in Asia and Europe, went to many concerts, and loved to spend time with his large network of friends and relatives. His legacy of hard work, kindness, and generosity will be remembered by all who knew him.
A service to celebrate Herb’s life will be held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, on Monday, December 9th, 2024, at 2:00 pm, followed by a tea reception.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Our Place www.ourplacesociety.com/how-you-can-help/donate/ and The Royal Jubilee Hospital www.victoriahf.ca/memorial-donation in Herb’s memory.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com.
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Michelle Larsen
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Lena Lee My deepest condolences to the Dong Family on the loss of Herbie. The Dong and Eng Families met every Saturday when Dad Dong came to town to go to Fisgard Market with the boys, and Mom Dong and the girls came to visit the Eng Family. Herbie and I are the same age and he will be missed.
Sincerely,
Lena Lee
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Gail Lucas We are so sorry to learn of Herb’s passing, Malinda. Both Don and I still have fond memories of chats with Herb as he went on his neighbourhood walks. You are both missed since your move.
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Judith van Manen As members of the Metchosin Museum Society, we are saddened to hear of Herbert Dong’s passing. We sincerely offer our condolences to Herb’s family and friends. Herb attended Metchosin School when he was 7 years old. Over the years, Herb and his family visited our schoolhouse often including the Opening Ceremony of the restoration of the Schoolhouse Museum in 2022.
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Bob Darnell So sad to read of Herbie’s passing. An old school chum from North Ward right up to Vic High. A really good guy to have as a friend.
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Fiona Ramsay and Lionel King Dear Malinda, Chi Ping and Nonalee – and all the family. We are so very sorry for your loss. We think of Herb often and send our love and condolences. We can’t be with you next Monday but we will be thinking of you. All our love and thoughts. Fiona and Lionel
Our sincerest condolences from the family of Borge Larsen (deceased 2016). Our father deeply respected and admired Herb as a friend and business associate. His kindness and friendship will not be forgotten.