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JAE K. CHOI
Born: May 07, 1931
Date of Passing: Jul 03, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJAE K. CHOI May 7, 1931 – July 3, 2015 We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dad. He was born in Daegu, South Korea on May 7, 1931. At the age of 17 having just graduated from high school, he joined the South Korean Army to fight in the Korean War and joined the Incheon Landing Operation under the command of General McArthur. After the ceasefire, he returned to school and graduated from National University School of Medicine in Daegu, South Korea. He went on to complete post-graduate training in medicine, specializing in Urological Surgery at Roosevelt Medical Centre in New York and the Jewish Medical Centre in Brooklyn. He then moved to Canada where he spent the remainder of his time practicing medicine and served as a Member of the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Saskatchewan and as a member on the Health Board of Sunrise Health Authority. He is survived by his wife Suk He of 58 years and his four daughters, Emy (Perry); Grace (Jeremy); Patty (Joe); and Jenny (Kris), and grandchildren Jo, Ava and Ben, and of the furry kind, Shadow, Gimchee and Pebbles. We are so proud of our dad, a surgeon for 45 years dedicating his life to saving lives and making a difference. Our dad, full of strength, full of wisdom, full of life, and full of complete love for his family. We are who we are today because of you. Our hearts break knowing we will never see you again and can't imagine life without you. You are and always will be our hero. A very special thank you to Dr. Verrelli and Dr. Lowden for their constant care and concern for our dad's well-being. A very heartfelt and special Thank You to our family, friends and colleagues for your incredible support during this extremely difficult time. Your thoughts, words, and actions have provided a tremendous amount of comfort for all of us. A private family graveside service is to be held at Chapel Lawn. Messages of condolence may be made at www.chapellawn.mb.ca. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 07, 2015
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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My deepest condolences. I am very sad to hear about Dr Choi's passing. I used to go to his place every month. Him and his wife are very wonderful people. Please send my condolences to Dr Choi's wife. I always think about them. - Posted by: Joanna (Lab technician) on: Jun 09, 2016
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Dearest Suk & family. We were so saddened to learn yesterday of the passing of a truly great husband, father, physician & friend. He was a great man who will be missed by all who knew him and had the privilege of being associated with him. Our condolences & our love to Suk & Family. Rest in peace dear friend, you are deserving. - Posted by: Wally & Mary Sotski and Family. (Neighbor & family friends.) on: Sep 11, 2015
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So sorry to here of your lose. My thoughts are with you and your family. love Dolly - Posted by: Dolores Rapinchuk (Friend of Emy (Perry) from Investors Group (Dolly)) on: Aug 05, 2015
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Our dad never stopped talking about how wonderful the nursing staff were during his time in Yorkton. We know he would appreciate your comments and your continuous care and concern. His retirement party which was a blast was proof of how much he loved working with all of you. You brought out the comedian in him. Thank you for making our dad's time memorable for him. PS - We all miss you terribly daddy. - Posted by: The Choi Family () on: Jul 25, 2015
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Our family doctor, friend and a great person I worked with for many years in Emerg - Posted by: Minnie Kuspira Nurse in Yorkton Sk (Minie Kuspira Nurse in Yorkton Sk) on: Jul 20, 2015
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I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Choi's passing. He was our family doctor in Yorkton for years and my Dad in particular thought that he was the greatest Doctor ever, having him attend to my Dad who had many health issues. Rest in peace, Dr. Choi and my condolences to his family and friends. - Posted by: Deb Keyowski (former patient ) on: Jul 09, 2015
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time. I remember his professionalism and the care he gave his patients. Was a pleasure to work with Dr. Choi. - Posted by: Jean Dierker (Nurse on Yorkton) on: Jul 08, 2015
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I worked with Dr.Choi on 3rd East at the Yorkton Union Hospital. He taught me the medical science behind urology. He had a great sense of humour and was easy to work with. I really enjoyed working with him. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Carolee Zorn (Nurse from Yorkton) on: Jul 07, 2015
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My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Dr Choi was wonderful Dr to work with. Christmas carolling was great fun when we got to your house. - Posted by: Brenda Dedman (Nurse on 3rd South Yorkton ) on: Jul 07, 2015
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Sorry for your loss Emy and Perry. Your dad had such a positive impact on so many lives (30,000 surgeries) through his work and has obviously through his family by the love expressed in this obituary. May he continue to live on in your fond memories and as a source of inspiration for a life well lived. - Posted by: Sean, Ruth & Aiden Frey (Friends of Emy (Perry)) on: Jul 07, 2015
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I was sad to see this news. My sympathy to your family. He was a very respected Dr and surgeon that I had the pleasure to know and work with in Emergency. Dr Choi and his lovely wife opened their home to our staff every year when we Christmas carolled fed us sang and visited. Memory Eternal. - Posted by: Heather Zaharia (Nurse in Yorkton ) on: Jul 07, 2015
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Grace and family: My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Karen Potter (friend of Grace) on: Jul 07, 2015
