Homeless dad who sold “Yau Char Kwai” in Serdang to support children passes away

Last year, a father of two daughters named Joni Saragih went viral for moving from Johor Bahru to Selangor to open a humble stall selling “Yau Char Kwai” to make ends meet.

According to Sin Chew Daily, he passed away from heart failure at the Klang General Hospital three weeks ago on March 3.

Upon hearing this sad news, netizens who have been keeping up about this hardworking father were saddened and expressed sympathy for the family on social media.

“Never say never”

Joni had moved to Taman Serdang Perdana, Seri Kembangan, to set up a stall named “Good Father You Tiao” at Restoran Peng Chu to support his children.

He caught the attention of netizens with a note at his stall that reads, “We are Good Father You Tiao. I came from Johor Bahru and I don’t have a home. I need to rent a house. Can you help me?”

It was later learned that Joni is the sole caretaker of his two daughters, aged seven and eleven.

Since Joni’s passing, his daughters have been taken in by the Social Welfare Department (JKM).

While many netizens were eager to provide financial aid, Facebook user Joe Yap warned the public of fake fundraisers as the non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and individuals currently giving aid to the family said they are not seeking any donations.

We are deeply saddened to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace!

Sources: Sin Chew Daily and Facebook/ Lucas Onexox Dealer

Editor: Raymond Chen
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