Hong Soo-hwan: "The late Ok-hee, who was so quiet with me, I believe has gone to heaven" Final farewell [Star Issue]

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Hong Soo-hwan, well known as a former world boxing champion, stood by his late wife Ok-hee in her final moments.

The memorial service for the late Ok-hee was held at 10 a.m. on the 24th at the funeral hall of Seoul Asan Hospital, presided over by Han Ga-su-hyeop (Chairman). In accordance with the late's devout Christian faith, the service was conducted in the form of a worship service. Following investigations and eulogies by the president and directors of the Korean Singers Association, a memorial video reflecting on the late's life was shown, followed by the presentation of wreaths and incense to bid her final farewell.

At the memorial service, Hong Soo-hwan read a farewell speech, saying, "I believe (Ok-hee) has gone to heaven. I am so grateful that so many people gathered to be with me, as someone who lived with her." He added, "I wonder if I really lived with such an excellent singer. Even after living together for 30 years, I would have seen even more wonderful sides of her."

He continued, "Although there were many tears, if my wife goes before God and asks, 'What was your hit song?', she will answer, 'It's 'Neighbors'.' Then I think she will say, 'Take her to the special room.'"

Hong Soo-hwan said, "Many of you may think Ok-hee was a very fun person. But to me, she was a woman who spoke very little. She was proactive in others' affairs, but often went the whole day without saying a word to her family. You only know after living together."

Along with this, Hong Soo-hwan said, "Even for small matters, let us pass them on to our neighbors so that no one dies due to deteriorating health."

Ok-hee passed away on the 20th at a hospice ward in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province. She was 73 years old. The burial site is Bundang Home Memorial Park.

Born in 1953, the late was a native of Busan. She debuted in 1968 as the leader of the five-member group Seoul Sisters, showcasing her presence as the "pioneer of global K-pop girl groups" while also performing overseas.

After returning to Korea, she debuted as a solo artist in 1974 with "I Don't Know," followed by hit songs such as "Speak Only with Your Eyes," "I Wonder Where You Are," "Oh, That Day," "Neighbors," and "Let's Hold Hands," which brought her great popularity.

After growing close to Hong Soo-hwan in 1978, she had a daughter but experienced the pain of separation. She successfully reunited with him in 1995, and in 2000, she released a praise album and even appeared on stage at a charity concert.

Hong Soo-hwan, who lost his wife of many years first, remembered the late by silently gazing at her bright portrait at the wake. Ok-hee, who had received the public's love with a bright smile on stage during her lifetime, has now entered eternal rest.

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