Lee Hoong Lau | Memorial | Forever In Our Hearts

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About

Birthplace: Klang, Selangor, Malaysia

Service Date: Sat, 13 December 2025, 10:30 AM

Service Location: Boyd Chapel, Second Ave, Springvale VIC 3171

Grave Location: Botanical Hill, Springvale Botanical Cemetery

Obituary

Lee was born in Klang, Malaysia as the youngest of four children. He finished his schooling in Malaysia before venturing over to Australia in 1982 to pursue his tertiary studies in engineering. It was at university that he met his future wife, Dzung, whilst he was president of the university badminton team. They went on to have two daughters - Alexandra and Angelina, who have both grown into accomplished young women, one a doctor and the other an engineer and lawyer.

Lee celebrated the fun side of life - he loved watching Marvel movies, anime, going out to concerts and live theatre and filming Tiktoks with his daughter. He was also a prominent figure in the badminton community, as a player, coach and umpire.

His infectious smile and character will be surely missed by many.

Link to more photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MCrhoQ63310egniorf_N-pUz_fc2SCvB?usp=sharing

Link to tribute video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XHJg3mUVR6QOdEIhb0fLojZOdWA_rwnQ/view?usp=sharing

Link to memorial booklet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wxwWARSyALDzGKfjClAtv0AXOCPslbfC/view?usp=sharing

Life Timeline

1963

Born in Klang, Selangor Malaysia

1968

Primary School

1981

High School

1982

Came to Australia

1987

Married in Melbourne

1988

Graduated University

Bachelor of Civil Engineering from Swinburne University

1991

Bought first house!

Endeavour Hills

1993

Bought forever home

Blackburn North

1996

First daughter born

2000

Second daughter born

2002

Started working as a civil engineer at the Council

2015

Started coaching badminton

2020

1st daughter graduated University

Doctor of Medicine, Monash University

2023

60th Birthday 🎂

Retired

2025

2nd daughter graduated university

Bachelor of Civil Engineering and Bachelor of Law, Monash University

Became a BA Accredited Coach and Umpire

Lee was a much-loved member of the Victorian badminton community. His commitment to the sport was evident through his contributions as a Technical Official since 2023, in addition to supporting and developing players through coaching with the Infinity Badminton Club. His recent attendance at events included National Junior Championships in Perth (2024 and 2025), and umpiring at the Oceania Para-badminton Championships (2025). He capped off an excellent year participating in the Victorian Open as an Umpire, and was keenly preparing for assessment to upgrade his umpire level in 2026.

Tributes

I only ever met you once, but it was clear to me that you were an incredible dad to your daughters who always made every effort to show up, and bring smiles to everyone's faces. You looked so proud and I giggled at how silly you were willing to be in order to get the photos that Angie wanted. I loved watching your TikToks and your reactions to all the things I also love: Twice, Kpop Demon Hunterels, Wicked, and all the finer things in life. May you rest in peace and happiness. Loved your work before, now, and always. The world is just a bit dimmer without you around.

My deepest condolences to the Lau family, our hearts all hurt with you.

Lee Hoong Lau Tribute 1 Image by Charles

Our deepest condolence to Lee's family. We got to know Lee through the badminton journey with Ai-Yah team. He is such a great gentleman, kind and caring with great sense of humor. Apart from coaching us on badminton skills, he also shares his passion for food. He always brings delicious Malaysia desserts and other yummy food to share with us over Vet tournament weekends away! We had so much fun and good laugh.
Lee, we will always miss you.

Lee Hoong Lau Tribute 2 Image by Ling and John

Hello uncle, it’s Jimmy. I just want to say Hello, I love you always and I will be missing you so so so much. We’re all saddened by your sudden passing, I really don’t know why god had to take you so soon, he always seems to take all the good people first, maybe he needs angels! Anyhow I love you heaps, take care and I’m sure we will meet again soon. At least you’re in a better place now, make sure you kick their arses in Badminton! Love always, Jimmy Jet and Luca

Dear Dzung, Alexandra and Angelina. Sincere condolences on your loss. Wishing you comfort as you and we remember the life of Lee. Colleagues at the City of Port Phillip will remember his humour, happiness and joy to all he encountered.
Warmest regards, City of Port Phillip

Dear Angie, Alex and Dzung. We are so sorry for your loss, but we will hold countless badminton, Howqua and Lauriston memories forever. Lots of love, Wilson, Julie, Steph, Tracey and Winnie

Lee, we will miss your presence and are sincerely appreciative of the friendship and guidance from you all this time. Lots in mind yet so little can be spoken out. Rest in Peace. Deepest condolences to the family

Thank you Lee for doing the coaching course with me, and thank you for offering me a KPop Demon Hunters shirt and Kpop tickets. I will miss you and your jokes.

Our deepest condolences Angie, Alex and Cô Dung. We will always remember the time we spent together at MDBA.

Our deepest condolences Angie, Alex & Cô Dung. Even though we never wet him, from the people you are, the people who’ve gathered here, and all the photos and videos, we can feel his warm, cheerful and loving presence. Angie, we have no doubt he's immensely proud of you for who you are and everything you do. Sending lots of love

We are so sorry for the sudden loss Lee AKA uncle Lee, has been an inspiration and so patient a kind to my sons. May you find comport in the knowledge that he's left a lasting long impression and important legacy
to the next generation. Till you meet him again.

Rest in peace Lee Lau,
Your bright and loving personality is shown through all the people in your life. We know your genuine and kind heart will continue through us. We will remember you

Dear Uncle Michael,
Losing you has been so hard. You were there for us from the day we were born until this very day. Your laughter brightens any room you walk in and we’ll never forget that. We’ve made so many memories with you that will be with us always.

Our warmest condolences Dzung, Alex and Angie on the profound loss of your father. Lee was a fantastic man. The most gentle, genuine + happy person you could know. He will be greatly missed and forever remembered. To Lee:
Thank you for giving me another family.
Emilia + Genevieve Doherty.

Our sincere condolences to Dzung, Alexandra and Angelina for the loss of beloved Lau Lee Hoong. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Thanks for all the advice and encouragements.

Thanks for all the fun times, experiences and advice as a coach, mentor and valued friend

going to miss chatting with you.

From his friends from Kilsyth Badminton club. He was a competitor, a friend and a great teammate. We will miss him.

To the Lau Family,
We are very saddened to hear the loss of Lee. Our thoughts are with you all during this time. Lee worked for South East Water in the early 2000s and his ex-colleagues remember him as a sweet, gentle and enthusiastic man. Always striving to do his best and a pleasure to work with. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.

To the Lau Family,
Your father truly had one of the biggest hearts. He was one of the kindest people I’ve met, a talented badminton player, and a larger-than-life presence in the community. His passing leaves a deep void for all of us.
I first met him before Covid on a Saturday night at Hay St, Box Hill, where we played badminton until midnight. He kept teasing me, saying, “I’m old enough to be your father!” From then on, we shared many games—sometimes as teammates, sometimes as opponents—filled with laughter, friendly banter, and even those 50-cent bets he loved.
I often saw him coaching the next generation. He was firm, but the kids adored him. His passion for badminton and helping others enjoy the sport was unmatched.
I regret not joining his veterans team, though he tried many times to convince me. Still, I cherish the memories—especially him umpiring my match at the 2024 Corpora

Uncle lee, you were always one of my favourite coaches. You were so patient and kind and i loved your funny jokes. You were always super supportive and was always there for me, you allowed me to improve your in badminton and i will always cherish that.

Rest peacefully Uncle Lee
Gabby

Uncle Lee was an amazing coach and a great inspiration to all badminton players at Infinity. His kind nature and amazing coaching skills inspired us to become the players we are today. I remember how he would bring hair ties and clips for players in case they forgot and his kind but strict demeanor to his students. He will forever live in our hearts and our deepest condolences to all close to him.

I will always remember Lee for his personality. In all my memories he is always smiling and so kind to everyone. I miss the matches played and thankful for coaching my daughter in he past few years. It is too early to take an eternal rest and I was shocked by the news. Wish you rest in peace and let's have more matches when I see you again. I will miss you lots before that.

I was shocked to hear the news. Lee Lau was still on my Graded 1 emergency fill in at DVBA.
He was a kind gentleman and I dreaded facing him in a competition. He was just too strong and also too skilful.
We will definitely miss him.

Dear Lee,

I still can’t believe you’re gone. I keep thinking about when I texted you while I was in Hong Kong in late November. You told me you would save Tuesday mornings for me—for our badminton training. And when I didn’t see you at the court on December 2nd…I kept waiting, hoping you would walk in. You didn’t keep your promise to come, and my heart still aches from that empty space.

I miss training with you so much. I miss asking you, “Was it better?” and seeing you smile and say, “No comment.” Those small moments meant more than I ever realized.

You will be deeply, dearly missed. I’ll hold on to everything you’ve taught me and do my best to carry it with me into every game.

San

I met Lee not long ago at a national badminton championship in September. He was so warm, humorous, generous, and always bringing people together. His passion for badminton was contagious. We agreed to play together sometimes.
To Lee: It was such an honour to have crossed paths with you. I trust you’re still enjoying the sport you loved in heaven.
To Lee’s family: My heartfelt condolences. Wishing you strength and comfort during this time. Take care.

We met Lee for the first time in a junior badminton tournament where he was umpiring. He was always kind and helpful to the kids on and off the court. I admire his professionalism and knowledge in the game. We loved his presence in so many tournaments and always appreciate his contributions.
You will be missed immensely. Rest in peace.

I used to do badminton group training with Lee and he was one of the key members of our team for several team tournaments in the last few years. He was kind, helped the team on badminton drills, game strategy, and provided us recommendations on food & restaurants from time to time. It was fun to have him in the team and training sessions. All these memories are priceless.

Forever a part of our team and badminton family, always in our hearts.

I met Lee playing badminton at Diamond Valley Badminton. He was skilled and an absolute gentleman on and off the court. He will be sadly missed by so many. Deepest thoughts are with his family and all those close to him.

Lee Hoong Lau Tribute 29 Image by Nathan Liss

I will always remember Lee Lau as an active member of Melbourne Cari Makan (MCM) FB Blog. How he maintained a healthy lifestyle being active in badminton and always looking for good food at the same time evident in his comments in MCM. How he helped other members by delivering their orders to them free of charge since he ordering as well. A nice guy. My deepest condolences to the family. Sadly missed.

To Dzung, Alex & Angie
I met your dad a long time ago playing badminton at Hawthorn. When he got married to your mum we met when they dropped both of you at PLC. We usually find time to have a chit chat. He was a really nice person and will be surely missed by all. My condolences to sell of you and if you ever need a hand please let me know. Regards

I will always remember Lee for his friendly nature, his love of badminton, and the deep care he showed for his family. Though our time as friends was short, his memory will not be.

To the Lau family:
I first met your father at the National Championships in Perth earlier this year. He was a true gentleman to the sport of Badminton and he helped so many umpires by sharing his knowledge and love for the game. Mr Lau was an incredible person and he was just a fun person to be around. I will always remember his jokes and he will be sadly missed. I’m grateful to have known your father and please accept my heart felt condolences. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Charles Pan

We would like to share that our beloved dad, Lee Hoong Lau, has passed away due to unforeseen circumstances.
Our dad was an incredible man, father, son, coach and friend - intelligent, caring and kind. He loved his work as a badminton coach and umpire and we know his loss is going to be felt by all.
We will share further details regarding a service for him in the near future. There will not be a day gone by that we aren't thinking of our wonderful dad and feeling the giant hole he has left in our world.
Rest peacefully Dad, we love you so much.
x Alex, Angie and Dzung

Lee Hoong Lau Tribute 34 Image by Alex, Angie + Dzung

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