Lee Khoon Choy

Lee Khoon Choy (29 January 1924 – 27 February 2016) was a Singaporean politician who served as the first Party Whip of the People's Action Party from 1959 to 1963. A member of the governing People's Action Party, he was the Member of Parliament for the Bukit Panjang Constituency from 1959 to 1963, Hong Lim Constituency from 1965 to 1976, and Braddell Heights Constituency from 1977 to 1984.

Early life and education Lee Khoon Choy was born on 29 January 1924 in Butterworth, Penang, to a Hakka family. He was educated at Yeok Keow Chinese School and Chung Ling High School in George Town.

During the Japanese occupation of Malaya, he took refuge in his uncle's farm located in a jungle. Previous positions held include: Khor died at the age 30 on 26 October 1959. with whom he has had five daughters.

Lee died in his sleep at home aged 92, at 3am on 27 February 2016. He is survived by his second wife, seven children and 11 grandchildren.

Honours and awards 1974: (Indonesian) Bintang Bakti Utama (Meritorious Service Star) for his work in enhancing relations between Indonesia and Singapore. 1986: The Scholarly Achievement Award by the Japan Institute of Oriental Philosophy for his achievements in the research and development of eastern philosophy, thought and culture. 1988: (South Korean) Order of Diplomatic Service Merit for his service in promoting relations between South Korea and Singapore. 1990: Darjah Utama Bakti Cemerlang (Distinguished Service Order) in recognition of his contributions. 1997: Made an honorary member of the Chinese National Academy of Social Sciences in Beijing for his contributions in the field of humanities and social sciences.