Life‑Long Party : How Evelyn Hoi Turned Her Farewell Into a Celebration
When it comes to saying good‑bye, Evelyn Hoi was anything but conventional. The 38‑year‑old PR whiz from a local bank, who never smoked and kept to a normal routine, saw her final journey not as a mournful affair but as a chance to leave the world on a high note.
Rapid‑Fire Diagnosis
- June: Evelyn complained of chest pains.
- Doctor visit → late‑stage lung cancer.
- Short fight: 4 months from diagnosis to her passing.
Her husband, Royston Lim, 41, stepped in during the wake on Monday (Oct 11) and recounted how their life had been turned upsidedown by those few, frantic days.
Plan It, Pick It, Party!
Even before the chemotherapy skyrockets and the cancer’s creep, Evelyn had been sketching out every splash of paint for her memorial. She showed her family her vibrant ideas and the shades she’d love at the altar.
Her brother (43) described Evelyn as a “help‑ul soul” who never wanted anyone to crumble — so, the living parties stickered her wishes for a “happy” celebration.
- Instead of trinkets of doom, they replaced hard candy with gummy sweets for mourners.
- They turned the sagas into bubble‑tea knick‑knacks — a balloon‑made cup of her favourite beverage sat proudly beside the arch.
Why the Lottery?
Evelyn also had this quirky twist: everyone who met her should feel lucky. Every relative, friend, and the casual passerby should have a snazz‑my‑number‑chance.
So, they bought 200 lottery tickets. One ticket in every heart. Not just a swipe‑of‑glass, but a real chance at splashing fortune and a laugh‑track memory.
The Wake: A Sun‑lit Spectacle
The altar was decked with rainbow balloons on each flank. Hats bent to the height of a crown, baby‑green snapshots of a grungy elephant, a burst of bubble‑tea, and a playful crown‑fashioned skull. It turned a typical funeral into a Festive Van‑Dijk‑style weekend, but with more bananas!
Left‑over Luxury
When she died, Evelyn had a bunch of high‑fashion bags and jewelry. Show me a pick‑your-ones, she had said. She believed you can only be ripped off on the occasion; that’s why she distributed the luxury pouches to friends and family, handing out the pieces that belong to her “expanding prosperity” tradition.
So, there you have it: a woman who chose to say farewell with a fiesta, a gush of bubbles and a sprinkle of luck for her loved ones. Her story is more than just an obituary; there are cheer‑humor sprinkled in the final minutes to ensure we remember her in a pumping, still‑lively way. Long live Evelyn!
Farewell letters
A Heartfelt Farewell: Hoi’s Last Days
Just six hours before she slipped away, Hoi spent her final moments crafting heartfelt letters for her closest loved ones – to Lim, her parents, and her sister. Despite being in extreme discomfort, she managed to write and let everyone know that the messages were to be read only after she was gone.
The Touching Letters
- To Lim: A note that framed their shared journey in love and gratitude.
- To Her Parents: A sincere thank‑you for their endless support and care.
- To Her Sister: A sincere apology for any pain, topped with a touch of humor about her quirks.
What the Staff Saw
Even the medical team that tended to her was struck by Hoi’s calm positivity. They said she was a kind soul, always mindful of others, and rarely once complained even when she struggled.
One Regret She Left Behind
The pandemic kept her from traveling – a wish she carried deeply. Hoi’s daughter‑in‑law, Lim, recalls her looking out for the rest of us, often putting everyone else first.
Lim’s Takeaway
Lim swears that marrying Hoi was the luckiest thing that ever happened to him: “She is plain and sweet, never shies away from helping. You’re lucky to have her love.” He often preaches optimism, even when the little things slip “out of control.”
For more stories of love and inspiration, feel free to reach out to [email protected].
