Husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. Born on August 10, 1965, Kelly passed away at Saanich Peninsula Hospital surrounded by immediate family and joined our creator on October 4, 2019.
Born in Vancouver as the youngest of 4 children to Alfred and Helen Dong, he is survived by his loving wife, Leniza; daughter, Larina and son, Kyle. He was a caring, kind, thoughtful and selfless man and will be greatly missed by all. His battle with cancer was fought bravely. Kelly worked as a CMA for various ministries of the Federal and Provincial governments for over 30 years.
Our sincere appreciation to the staff, nurses and doctors at Saanich Peninsula Hospital, Victoria General and BC Cancer Agency
A full Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, October 19, 2019 at the Friendship Community Church, 7820 Central Saanich Road, Saanichton, BC with Pastor Tim Sawatzky to officiate. A reception will follow. Interment at Royal Oak Cemetery, 4673 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Friendship Community Church.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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I met Kelly only a few times while we worked at Health together, although Kelly mostly remoted in. I wish this didn’t happen to such a dedicated family man and dear friend to many of our mutual friends. Although I did not know him inside-out, all could see his gentle soul and through his generous actions, Kelly lifted up others around him as well. My sympathies to his family, Leniza, Larina, and Kyle, and to Kelly’s friends who knew him best.
When all the cards are stacked against you, and you must endure the very worst, your true character will show through. Kelly, throughout his ordeal, never once wavered in his complete love, devotion and pride in his family, his belief in his religion and in an afterlife, his extraordinary courage, his total lack of self pity, his caring for others before himself, his humor, and he never lost his smile. RIP my friend, we will miss you. My sincerest condolences to Kelly’s family.
It was so good to see Kelly at a work reunion last year, after many years we had a great catch-up. Kelly was always a bright light in sometimes very dull circumstances, his enthusiasm and candid observations will be greatly missed. My thoughts go out to Kelly’s family, I am very sorry for your loss. Farewell old friend.
Hello, I met Kelly at Camosun College, where he worked as a term (part-time) instructor. We only crossed paths a few times, but Kelly was always very enthusiastic, thoughtful and an all-round “nice guy” that we considered part of our finance team. His passing saddens me greatly as it was too early, and his energetic spirit will be missed here. Stan Jung
I had the pleasure of working with Kelly at Camosun College. Fond memories of pub nights and great hallway chats. He brought an energy and love for teaching that inspired us all. Kelly was a true asset to the college community and he will be missed.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Susan
As a friend of the Family, I have had the pleasure of meeting Kelly at Family dinners on a number of occasions, calm, observant and truly interested in his surroundings and the people he met and touched. One who has brought light, intelligence and feelings, he will be missed ..
Kelly it was wonderful to know you as a great friend. A life cut too short. My condolences to his family for this loss.
My deepest condolences to the family.
I worked with Kelly when I was in the Ministry of Children and Families and later on, Health. When Kelly moved on in his career we were still able to connect for lunch on occasions and in our conversations I could tell how much family meant to him. He loved his kids and was extremely proud of them.
Kelly, we will miss your expertise and professionalism, but most of all, your friendship and endearing smile.
Thank you for privilege of working and knowing you.
My condolences to the Dong family. Kelly was a man who strode through life with his glass overflowing. I don’t remember ever spending time with Kelly when he wasn’t smiling and full of the joy of life. He will be sorely missed by many but his memory will always be there to inspire us. We’ll miss you Kelly. Thank you for that infectious smile!
Condolences to the Dong family. Working with Kelly was a pleasure as without fail, he brought his enthusiasm and professionalism to every meeting and discussion. But I will remember more the chance encounters, bumping into Kelly on the street or grocery store – where he always made time for more than just a quick hello. I recall advise he gave me about submitting scholarship requests for the kids, discussions about personal finances and about family trips. He was always engaging and interesting and we always laughed. And then, there was Kelly’s long running office lottery pool! With great efficiency and organization, Kelly gave 30+ people a connection and a little dream! One more chance to say what was often spoken – thanks Kelly!