‘Body restoration’ of Abby Choi likely to be more complicated than expected, experts say, as Hong Kong columbarium takes the job
- Source says Po Fook Hill Columbarium in Sha Tin will manage all funeral arrangements
- Family of deceased believed to have opted for 3D printing to restore body parts, with one industry expert saying full recreation could cost at least HK$100,000
A source familiar with the situation said Po Fook Hill Columbarium in Sha Tin, one of the largest facilities of its kind in the city, would manage all arrangements for the funeral, which was also expected to feature Buddhist rituals.
“Choi’s family has entrusted Po Fook Hill with the task of all the funeral matters, including the restoration works of her body,” the source said on Thursday. “All her family members, relatives and friends have been invited to her funeral ceremony. Her remains will be cremated.”
According to an invitation seen by the Post, the vigil is expected to take place at Po Fook Memorial Hall on June 18. Her family is expected to book the entire funeral parlour for the service.
It will be followed by a ceremony the next morning before the remains are taken to Po Lin Monastery on Lantau Island for cremation.
On the firm’s website, a standard Buddhist funeral package costs at least HK$47,000 (US$6,000).
A salesman from the venue told the Post it still had space for bookings on the same day as the planned funeral.
