Rebecca Lim’s father, who inspired family bakery The Lims’ Kitchen, dies at 68
Local actress Rebecca Lim’s father, Mr Larry Lim, died at the age of 68 on May 22.
His death was announced on Saturday via the Instagram account of The Lims’ Kitchen, the family’s bakery business offering sourdough bread the popular Mediacorp artiste started with her elder brother Daniel in mid-2021.
“With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, who inspired The Lims’ Kitchen,” the family wrote. “His love for food, family and community ignited our passion for feeding others.”
The statement continued: “We’re grateful to our incredible team for their support during this time. We celebrated our father’s life with his favourite bites at the wake, knowing his legacy lives on.”
The family said the business will be open for deliveries up to June 3 and it will reopen around mid-June after taking a short break.
The post also shared several family photos of Lim and her elder brother and younger sister and their parents, as well as a photo of their parents when they were younger.
Shin Min Daily News said the funeral was held on May 25, with the cremation at Mandai Crematorium.
Lim, 36, said on Instagram late on Sunday that her father survived cancer twice and slipped into a coma seven years ago after suffering two major strokes.
“He had the biggest heart. He cared for everyone deeply and loved generously. We heard countless stories of how Dad touched the lives of many with his loyalty, devotion, kindness and love,” she wrote.
“Dad’s ability to find light in dark times was remarkable. He never once complained and always held his head high. Even while he suffered, he found ways to make us laugh.”
Shin Min quoted sources as saying Lim and her father enjoyed a close relationship and he was present during her wedding to Mr Matthew Webster in November 2022.
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