The funeral of Dr. Lee Shau Kee, Founder of Henderson Land Group, took place today (28 April 2025) at the Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point. The funeral procession began at 12:30 pm, with political and business leaders, including dignitaries of the community, among the pallbearers. The Group’s Chairmen, Dr. Peter Lee Ka Kit and Dr. Martin Lee Ka Shing expressed their gratitude on behalf of the Lee family to the community and the media for their condolences.
The funeral of Dr. Lee Shau Kee, Founder of Henderson Land Group, took place today (28 April 2025) at the Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point.
The pallbearers include: Mr. Leung Chun Ying, Vice Chairperson of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, Mr. Chan Kwok Ki, Chief Secretary for Administration of Hong Kong, Mr. Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of Hong Kong, Mr. Yin Zong Hua, Deputy Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR, Mr. Andrew Leung Kwan Yuen,President of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong, Mrs. Regina Ip Lau Suk Yee, Convenor of the Executive Council of Hong Kong, Mr. Thomas Kwok, Former Joint Chairman and Managing Director of Sun Hung Kai Properties, Sir David Li Kwok Po, Executive Chairman of the Bank of East Asia, Dr. Colin Lam Ko Yin, Vice Chairman of Henderson Land Group, and Professor Xiang Zhang,President of The University of Hong Kong.
The funeral of Dr. Lee Shau Kee, Founder of Henderson Land Group, took place today (28 April 2025) at the Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point.
Meanwhile, to commemorate the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. Lee, Henderson Land Group is organising “A Light Among Us – Memorial Exhibition of Dr. Lee Shau Kee” from 1 to 5 May 2025 at Cloud 39, the rooftop ballroom located at The Henderson, a super-Grade A commercial development. The exhibition will tell the story of Dr. Lee and depict important moments of his life, inviting the public to revisit his achievements and contributions to society.
The funeral of Dr. Lee Shau Kee, Founder of Henderson Land Group, took place today (28 April 2025) at the Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point.
Henderson Land Development Company Limited (“Henderson Land”or “the Group”) (Stock code: 12) presents “A Light Among Us – Memorial Exhibition of Dr. Lee Shau Kee”, held from today until 5 May 2025 at Cloud 39, the ballroom atop The Henderson. All online registration slots for the exhibition have been fully booked, with over 11,000 people registered to visit and commemorate Dr. Lee's remarkable life. The Group extends heartfelt gratitude for the support from the public. Registered visitors are kindly requested to arrive according to their reserved time slots.
“A Light Among Us – Memorial Exhibition of Dr. Lee Shau Kee”has received over 11,000 registrations to commemorate Dr. Lee's remarkable life.
“A Light Among Us – Memorial Exhibition of Dr. Lee Shau Kee”has received over 11,000 registrations to commemorate Dr. Lee's remarkable life.
Dr. Lee’s desk, adorned with architects’ yellow sketch paper and handwritten manuscripts, bears the meticulous strokes of his people centric designs, embodying his timeless craftsmanship.
Gifted by the University of Toronto in 1991, this chair was cherished by Dr. Lee for decades,symbolising the institution’s recognition of his achievements and his deep appreciation for meaningful connections.
In his early business ventures, Dr. Lee employed good assay techniques learned at his family's gold shop in Shunde, using a gold scale (Center) brought from his hometown — now a treasured family heirloom. A cherished Lee family heirloom, this waistband (Left) was worn by Dr. Lee’s father, Lee Kai Po, who, during the Japanese invasion of China, secured the gold shop's assets within it, preserving the family’s wealth.
Dr. Lee cherished his pocket watch and delighted in collectingexquisite timepieces. The exhibition displays his "trophies" gathered from travels around the world.
Dr. Lee delighted in sharing his beloved "White Lover" (Shiroi Koibito) treats with partners and Henderson Land colleagues, his smiling face adorning the biscuit boxes — a testament to hiswarm, approachable nature.
In October 2007, Dr. Lee was awarded the Grand Bauhinia Medal, the HKSAR Government’s highest honour, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to Hong Kong’s prosperity and stability and the nation’s development.
For the first time, joyful family and travel photos of Dr. Lee are unveiled, revealing his tender role as a loving father and doting grandfather.
The exhibition features a memorial flower pond, inviting the public to leave messages in tribute to Dr. Lee.
A lasting tribute to Dr. Lee, the monumental “Allium” sculpture by British artist Jenny Pickford, inspired by the ball-shaped flower, stands as an enduringlandmark in the art garden adjacent to The Henderson, welcoming the public to visit and pay homage.
