Memorial Announcement for the passing of Ubāsaka Achar Sokharo Choy
We the Board of the Oregon Cambodian Buddhist Association of WattDhammarangsey, as well as our member Families and Friends of Ubāsaka Achar Sokharo Choy, are deeply saddened by his unexpected passing. During temple cleaning for the upcoming Khmer New Year, Ubāsaka Achar Sokharo suddenly became ill. Despite intense efforts to revive him by community members and paramedics he did not recover and passed away on the afternoon of March 16, 2024 at age 69.
Our Board of Directors, Member Families and Friends of the Temple wish to invite all Honorable, Ladies and Gentlemen, Brothers, Sisters, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, and other Relatives and Friends who have loved and respected Ubāsaka Achar Sokharo to attend the funeral observances.
Memorial Program Schedule
Saturday, March 30, 2024
9:00 am Gathering of families and guests for Chanting and Blessing Ceremony.
Offering food to the Monks (Roab Baht) and continued chanting (Dar and Bang Skol).
11:00 am Meal offering for the Monks
12:00 pm Lunch for Laypeople
Ubāsaka Achar Sokharo Choy Tribute and Remembrance by Family, Friends, and Community Members
2:00 pm Funeral Procession to
Bateman Carroll Funeral Home
520 W Powell Blvd. Gresham, OR 97030
See map to Bateman Carroll Funeral Home
For additional information contact:
Den Ly (360) 904-7247 Rithy Chean (503) 916-9211
