Patsy Dung Obituary

PATSY BOW YUK DUNG Patsy Bow Yuk Dung was born on January 28, 1933 in Honolulu, Hawai'i as the second child of Quan Sung and Nancy Loo Dung. She passed on March 4, 2024 surrounded by family and friends after leading a full life as a teacher, coach, mentor, and trailblazer. Patsy attended Mun Lun School and Roosevelt High School before graduating from Michigan State University. For six years she taught in Lansing, Michigan before returning to Hawai'i, eventually becoming a physical education teacher at Farrington High School and retiring in 1993. Over her 34-year career, Patsy taught thousands of students, many of whom became close friends and affectionately referred to her as "Miss Dung." A pioneer in advancing women's sports in Hawai'i, Patsy was hired as the first coach of the newly formed women's basketball program at the University of Hawai'i in 1974. Under her guidance, the Rainbow Wahine had a five-season record of 31-20, but more importantly set the foundation for the program's continued success. Patsy was especially proud of founding the Kalihi Jets, a grassroots organization that offered softball, basketball, and volleyball opportunities for female athletes at a time before Title IX when similar programs were limited. Over the years, the Jets competed throughout Hawai'i, the continental U.S., and even internationally, giving team members new experiences and lifelong memories. After retiring from full-time work, Patsy remained as busy as ever with crafts, golfing, baking (she was known for her butter cake, Chinese pretzels, and famous crispy chocolate chip cookies), and as a fan of UH sports. Patsy was predeceased by her parents Quan Sung and Nancy Loo Dung, brothers Dennis and Dixon Dung, and sister Billie Dung. She is survived by her life companion Raelene Domingues, hanai son Blayne Hoe, sister-in-law Annette Dung, nephew Dean Dung, and nieces Denby, Dana-Li, and Darah Dung. A memorial service will be held at the Farrington High School auditorium on April 7, 2024 from 10am-2pm with services beginning at 11:30am. Arrangements Provided By: Oahu Mortuary