Book of Condolence Opened for Dr WK Chan
15 October 2008
Dr WK Chan Page A book of condolence for Dr WK Chan, who passed away last week, is to be opened at HKGCC. The book will be available for people to sign from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Chamber from October 15-29. The Chamber's Chairman Andrew Brandler, CEO Alex Fong, and entire Chamber staff are supporting the move. "This is a way in which we can convey our sympathies to WK's wife, family and friends," said Mr Brandler. "WK had many friends from all walks of life, and we hope this book of condolences will help everyone who knew him to say farewell to their friend." The Chamber will also set up a special WK Chan's Children Education Fund (CEF) for his daughters to facilitate their formal studies, which will be administered by Chamber. "Anyone is welcome to make a contribution to this fund if they wish to do so," said Mr Fong. "Other than this fund, if people want to give condolence money to the family, we will also facilitate them." A special webpage (http://www.chamber.org.hk/wk) will be set up on the Chamber's Website where people can learn about WK's work, leave a message, and add to the compilation of a comprehensive biography about this model citizen. WK, 50, suffered a stroke while on holiday in Spain, on September 30. He passed away eight days later on Wednesday, October 8, in Barcelona with his wife Cecilia and two daughters Hannah, 14, and Karina, 12, by his side. Announcement of the funeral arrangements will be made later. May he rest in peace. Book of Condolence The book can be signed at the Chamber's head office from 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturdays, from October 15-29, at: 22/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway, Admiralty. (MTR Exit D) Condolence Collection Cheques should be made payable to "The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce," and can be dropped into a special collection box at the Chamber reception, or mailed to the above address. Please write on the back "CEF" or "Condolence Collection". Contributions can also be made directly into the account: Bank of China Saving Account: The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce: 012-875-10944998 For enquiries, please call Betty Law at 2823-1293. Yours Sincerely, Andrew Brandler Alex Fong Chairman CEO
