In Memory of Ah Kong

In Memory of Ah Kong

November 8, 2025
Janice Wee

When Daddy was alive, he told me many stories of his late Dad's youth. My grandfather, Ah Kong, was incredibly strong.

A Real-Life Strongman

He could do all the stunts performed by circus strongmen. His signature feat was to lift 4 body builders off the ground in a reverse pushup.

A True Hero

Ah Kong was a hero who once swam out in the open sea to save a stranger from drowning.

Preserving His Legacy

These stories my father told me have shaped who I am and influenced my writing. The themes of strength, courage, and selfless heroism that appear in my books are inspired by Ah Kong's real-life example.

More Than Physical Strength

What made Ah Kong truly remarkable wasn't just his physical abilities—it was his character. He used his strength to help others, never to intimidate or show off. That's the kind of hero worth remembering and writing about.

His legacy lives on in the characters I create and the values I try to convey through my stories.