Jack Sue Hue Joung

Mr. Jack Joung, beloved husband, father, and distinguished aviator, was born on June 15, 1947, in Jiadong, Pingtung, Taiwan (Republic of China). He was a descendant of a well-respected local family and grew up surrounded by the love and care of his parents and sisters. From an early age, he was known with a lively and optimistic personality, a courageous yet thoughtful approach, and a proactive spirit.

During his high school years, following his true passion despite family opposition, he transferred schools to pursue aviation training with the Republic of China Air Force. He graduated from the Air Force Academy, Class 47, thus beginning an extraordinary journey of service and professional achievement.

Mr. Joung became one of the youngest fighter pilots in the ROC Air Force. During a time of intense cross-strait tension, when the nation faced the constant possibility of war, pilots trained with the understanding that they might be called upon to sacrifice their lives in defense of their country. Throughout his military career, he flew numerous aircraft, including the F-5A, F-5B, T-28, T-33, F-86F, F-100, F-104, and F-5E. Blessed with both skill and fortune, he completed his service safely and honorably.

After retiring from the military, Mr. Joung continued his lifelong dedication to aviation. He served as Deputy Director of Flight Operations at Taiwan Yongxing Airlines, and later as Chief Pilot and Director of Flight Operations at Far Eastern Airline. His civilian aviation career included aircraft such as the Saab, MD-90, Boeing 737, 757, and 787. Over the decades, he dedicated himself to the mentorship of aviation professionals and contributed significantly to the exchange, cooperation, and shared training between the aviation communities of Taiwan and China.

In 1988, Mr. Joung married Ms. Nancy Joung. Together, they built a loving family while he remained deeply committed to his profession. In 2007, they acquired a residence in Shanghai, China, and in 2012, they moved to Overland Park, Kansas, where they joyfully spent precious years surrounded by their children, daughter-in-law, and family life.

In June 2024, Mr. Joung was diagnosed with stage IV non-small cell lung cancer. With remarkable courage and resilience, he underwent four courses of immunotherapy and twenty sessions of chemotherapy. Beginning in November 2025, he received the latest BG-C477 therapy, which showed encouraging improvement in disease control, though his physical strength gradually declined. Tragically, on December 31, 2025, he passed away peacefully in the intensive care unit, surrounded by the loving presence of his family.

He is survived by his son, David Joung, who serves at UnitedHealthcare; his daughter, Molly Joung, who serves at SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc.; and his daughter-in-law, Juhye Park, a pharmacist at Walgreens. Each of them is recognized as an outstanding and valued professional in their respective fields.

Jack faced his illness with courage and dignity. He devoted his life to his family, his profession, and to the many people whose lives he enriched, leaving a legacy defined by love, integrity, and dedication. Those who were fortunate enough to know him will always remember his kindness, wisdom, and unwavering character.