Yeoh Hung Cheong passed away on Tuesday 24 August 2004

Chronology of events from his wife, Pathma Yeoh:

Sun midnight - Yeoh slept on the couch in-front of TV. No sign at all (other than he's a kidney patient)
Mon 5am - Yeoh made some noises. Pathma discover Yeoh's eyes closed shut and tongue came out side-way. His words not clear but Pathma asked if he wants to go to hospital and he nodded
Mon 5:30am - Reached BM hospital. Yeoh told the doctor he had a stroke. He's very good in knowing what medication he takes and doctor was surprised he can tell them he had stroke. Most people just don't know. Transferred to Penang GH for CT scan as doctor can tell something abnormal in the head.
Mon 7am - Reached Penang GH, accompanied by the faithful wife. CT scan confirmed hardened artery, which block blood flow. Doctor advised nothing can be done, given history of his dialysis. Advised to return to BM hospital. Pathma was told to expect the worst and start gather close families.
Mon 1.10pm - Yeoh had his last breath.

Yeoh Hun Cheong left behind wife Pathma and a couple of kids - 7 yrs old girl and 5 yrs old boy. Funeral will be at 12 noon Wed (tomorrow).

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