Tung public service hailed as condolence books open
Condolence books were opened up across the city on Friday for people to pay their respects to Hong Kong's first chief executive, Tung Chee-hwa, who passed away on September 8 at the age of 89. At one of the condolence points, Moreton Terrace Activities Centre in Causeway Bay, a photograph of Tung was placed at the centre of an auditorium, framed by white flowers. Residents turned up to sign the…
Condolence books were opened across Hong Kong on Friday for the late city leader, Tung Chee-hwa, who passed away at the age of 89 on September 8. At the Moreton Terrace Activities Centre in Causeway Bay, a photograph of Tung was displayed at the center of an auditorium, surrounded by white flowers. Residents flocked to sign the books of condolence.
One man, Poon, traveled from Chai Wan to pay tribute to Tung, commending his kind character and acknowledging the difficulties he faced during his tenure. Another man, So, expressed his gratitude to Tung for his wholehearted dedication to serving Hong Kong and making significant contributions.
Today marked the beginning of a one-week mourning period for Tung, as announced by So. He added that as a resident of Hong Kong, he wanted to express his heartfelt gratitude to the former chief executive.
In his condolence message, So wrote: "Chief Executive Tung, your selfless dedication throughout your life enabled Hong Kong people to transition smoothly. You will always be remembered." A private vigil is scheduled for Saturday at the Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point, followed by a public memorial service on Sunday.
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