Kyung Won Choy

Kyung Won Choy, 89, of Federal Way, Washington, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026. She was born on March 5, 1937, in Seoul, South Korea, to Sang Ok Shim and Soon Bae Choi.

Kyung earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Chung-Ang University in Seoul, South Korea. After immigrating to the United States, she began a career as a medical technician, working at multiple hospitals and clinics before eventually retiring. Building a career and life in a new country was an important part of her journey and reflected her determination, strength, and dedication to her family.

Kyung married her beloved husband, Bong Ki Choy, and together they built a life and shared most of their lives together creating a loving home and family.

An avid traveler, Kyung loved exploring new places and experiencing the world. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and playing Mahjong. Her love of Mahjong was so strong that she would often teach fellow travelers how to play while on cruises. She had a natural way of bringing people together, whether around a Mahjong table, while traveling, or simply enjoying time with family and friends.

Kyung will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Bong Ki Choy; her sons, Kevin Shyn, and Peter Choy; her daughter, Cynthia Park; son-in-law, Dukyong Park; daughter-in-law, Malyeo Shyn; grandchildren, Alex and Anna Park; and all those whose lives she touched.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Sang Ok Shim and Soon Bae Choi, as well as her siblings.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Sunset Hills Funeral Home, 1575 145th Pl SE, Bellevue, WA 98007. A graveside service will follow immediately at Sunset Hills Memorial Park.

Kyung found joy in the places she traveled, the things she created, and the time she shared with family. She will be deeply missed and forever loved.