In Loving Memory of
Kang Ho (Hubert) Lee
January 15, 1939 – November 29, 2020
Funeral Service was held on December 11, 2020 at 10:00 AM PST
Recording of Funeral Service
Slideshow
Kang Ho (Hubert) Lee, beloved grandfather, jokester, avid golfer, Dodger fan, and engineer passed away after a short illness on November 29, 2020.
Born in Korea on January 15, 1939, Mr Lee’s life was always filled with challenges that he met head-on. In his adolescence, he survived the difficult period of the Korean War and later became one of the finest students in his secondary school graduating class. He went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in biology with the intention of going to medical school before immigrating to the United States in 1965. Upon arriving to the United States, he changed his mind and earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering from California State University, Los Angeles.
What followed was a 50+ year career as a structural engineer, specializing in seismic reinforcement for building construction. Supporting his family, including two young children, building a career as an immigrant, and being active in one of the first Korean Catholic parishes in Los Angeles never stopped him from cracking a joke or a smile. Nor did the energy crisis of 1973, several major earthquakes, four economic recessions, or even two strokes, when he made even his doctors and nurses laugh.
He always put one foot in front of the other and kep doing his job gladly. So gladly, in fact, that he didn’t stop working until just after his 80th birthday and graciously helped friends and family with their own projects: the choir loft in his church, his grandson’s Eagle Scout project, and his son’s home remodel were all done for just a good laugh and a smile.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Theresa, two children, Jane and Jay, and four grandchildren, Jonathan, Kelliane, Zoe, and Jacob. He will always be rememberedfor the love he showed as an engineer, but even more his witty sense of humor and big smile.
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처음 긴장한 모습으로 우리집에 왔을때 커피를 남겨서 많이 긴장 했나보다 하고 우리 모두 많이 웃엇던 기억이 엊그제인데 긴듯짧은 한 생이 벌서 끝나고 이서방은 다시 볼길이 없네, 부디 좋은곳에서 행복하세요.
제이야 이글을 다섯번째 쓰는거란다 내가 기계를 잘 못 다루어서,너번이나 실패 했단다. 이해 해 주렴
네엄마에게 전화도 수없이 했단다. 이제 모두 슬픔 을 누르고 평안을 되찾아겠지 엄마를 위로해드려라,
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삼가 고인의 명복을 빕니다.
희나와 홍비 데리고 한국에 귀국한지도 벌써 14년이 되었습니다.
미국 체류 동안 이모님과 이모부님께 많은 관심과 사랑 받으면서도 그 따뜻한 마음에 제대로 보답해 드리지 못해 죄송한 마음뿐이었는데 갑작스럽게 이모부님 소식에 저희들 마음이 더욱더 무겁습니다. 부디 이모부님 그곳에서 영원한 안식을 얻으셨으리라 믿습니다.
이모부님 그동안 감사합니다.
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이모부님
멀리 떨어져 자주 뵙지는 못했지만 떠올리면 베이지색 코트를 멋지게 입으신 키크고 멋있는 이모부 모습이 언제나 떠오릅니다, 선한 눈빛과 인자한 멋진 미소도 함께요.
아름다운 곳에서 편히 쉬시기를 기원드립니다.
조카 보나 드림.
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Jay/Jane unni,
We are so saddened to hear of your father’s passing. It’s so hard to lose someone, even when you know the time is coming… I wish we could’ve joined you in person to remember the wonderful life he lead and the incredible person he was. May his soul Rest In Peace with the Lord. And praying that you and your family will also have peace knowing he is with God. "Good job, Mr. Lee."
Sincerely,
Karen (Lee) Hong and family
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이모부께
많은 시간을 함께하진못했지만 가끔 한국에 잠깐 나와계실때를 떠올립니다.
따뜻한 눈빛 따뜻한 말씀, 이모는 참 멋진분과 결혼하셨구나 했더랍니다.
이모와 제인,제이 그리고 손주들을 지켜보고 계시리라 믿습니다.
편히 쉬세요 이모부..
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존경하는 대부님!
하얀 머리에 인자한 웃음 지으시던 모습이 아직도 눈에 선합니다. 편찮으시다는 말씀 들은 후 얼마 안되어 이렇게 빨리 하늘나라에 가실 줄은 몰랐습니다 이제 아프시지 않으시지요…
대모님께 자주 연락 드리겠습니다!
저희들의 자랑스런 대부님을 기억하며, 계속 기도드리면서 대부님의 사랑 기억 하겠습니다
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Love and prayers for your family during this time, I am sorry for your loss. Your father had such presence and grace. He showed kindness to so many and had a gentle way about himself that is unforgettable. May he rest in peace.
Yvette
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Lee Family-
I am so sorry for your loss,
Rest In Peace Mr. Kang Ho Lee.
Sending prayers to your family.
Mònica Lascano
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Jay/Jane,
My deepest condolences for you and the family. Losing a father is not easy. So grateful that you have your strong family ties, and community to support you all. The love and care for your father shows through the kind words, and photos. A lovely service, that showed all the love he lived with.
Hope you and the families are staying safe, and keeping your loved ones close.
@Jay~ looking forward to reconnecting sometime in the future. I’ve always appreciated your friendship 🙂
Amy
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Thank you all for your kind words and prayers.
The obituary above was written by Sang-Jin Jonathan Choe (Kang’s grandson).
In the first video…
– Eulogy @ 43:30.
– Tributes/Commentaries @ 1:00:00
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pETER HAN, SUNG SAM CATHOLIC CHURCH
후벨트 형제님 !
2달전만 해도 성당미사에서 뵙고 참 반갑고 기뻐 ㅅ습니다…
갑자기 돌아가시니 너무나 아쉽고 허전하네요.
저희 레지오 쁘레시디움이 어려울때 참여해 주시어 늘 감사하고 든든했습니다.
레지오 모임이 재개되면 함께 참여해 주실거지요?
늘 온화하고 기쁨에 넘치셨던 형제님! 형제님을 귀감삼아 잘 살겠습니다…
주님과 함께 늘 평안이 함께 하시기를 기원하며…
한 베드로 올림
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그리고 김수환 추기경님이 오셧을때 우리집사람을 세례 받을수 있게 적극적으로 노력하고 추천해 주었습니다. 정태주 요한.
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1981년 우리부부가 결혼 할때 Glendale 성당에서 결혼 할때 신부가 신자가아니어서 많이많이 도와주엇고 추천해준 이강호 후벨트.
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Jay. Thank you for sharing his story with us.
John and Pam Keller.
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안녕하세요 이모부
제가 집을 멀리 떠나 공부하고 있을때 이것저것 한국 물건 챙겨다 주시며 점심을 사주셨던 기억이 소중하게 남아있습니다. 오랜만에 제아빠를 만난 것처럼 무척 따뜻했고 감사했습니다. 그 때 기억 평생 소중히 간직하겠습니다. 하느님 곁에서 평안한 휴식 누리시길 기도 드립니다.
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Good job, Mr. Lee.
Your family is a living testament to your life’s work. We will miss you.
James, Angie, Lucas, Alec and Lauren Lee
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Jay and Family,
My prayers and thoughts go out to you. I was moved by the video. Your father had an amazing journey.
I wish you life to you and your family.
All the best!
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Mr. Lee was a remarkable brilliant man, it was a pleasure working with him. We will miss him very much! Sarah Magana Withers (worked with him on Gabay projects). Beautiful tribute!
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Jay and Family,
We are sending you all much love and give our deepest condolences. What an incredible life your father led filled with so many achievements, joy and love. I share the sentiment others have expressed of celebrating and honoring him.
Much Love,
The Bethkes
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Jay…I remember your father’s welcoming smile and warm laughter each time we gathered at your home after church. He always made a point to crack a joke or drop a little comment just to try and embarrass you or Jane. I am truly grateful for having met your father in this life…what an honor…our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Jay and Family,
So sorry about the loss of your Father. He was such a kind and friendly man. We are fortunate that we got to know him, and I personally felt a closer bond to him since he was an engineer like myself.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, your mom, and your entire family.
Joe, April, and Ethan Penitsch
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There are angels that one meets on the path of life, whom will forever change and improve their lives. Truly Mr. Lee was one of those people, whom I had the privilege of knowing for more than thirty years. His serenity, brilliance in his field, patience and integrity was worthy of praise. We will miss him very much and he will forever be in our hearts.
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Jay,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Your father was one of the finest persons I have ever had the privilege to meet. One need only look to his son to know what a great person he was. He’s now with the Lord and at peace.
Bob and Amy Lewis
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Jane & Jay – thinking of you and your Dad today.. love you guys [hugs].. Aloha and safe travels, Mr. Lee.
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Jane and Jay,
I’m glad I got a chance to meet your father again with your mother recently. It was a privilege to take care of him while he was in the hospital. I will always remember his positive attitude and smile, even through a very challenging time.
My thoughts and prayers go out to your father and your family. Let us celebrate a great life and a happy family he built with your mother.
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Jay, I’m so sorry for your loss. Though I didn’t know your father that closely I do know of his devotion and love for you. Especially manifested in the amazing and robust treehouse he built for you in the front yard of your childhood home. Such wonderful memories. Please accept my deepest condolences for your mom, you and your family, and for Jane and her family as well.
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What an amazingly strong man. Just a few months ago this beautiful couple moved into our complex. Moving furniture of all things, Mr. Lee he didnt need help. We couldnt believe it. But they did it!
Such precious hello’s, great smiles and waves each day. We will miss him.
Joe and Nettie Wright
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늘 바위처럼 든든한, 사랑하는 나의 남편, 푸근하고 자상한 재인 재이의 아빠,손자 상진, 보미, 수아, 정훈이를 보면 같은 나이로 아이들을 웃기던 이 강호후벨트, 당신은 참으로 훌륭한 삶을 살아 주셨습니다.감사합니다