Dongho Bang, born on June 1, 1940, in Bucheon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, passed away on July 25, 2026, in Leavenworth, Kansas, surrounded by his family.

He was the beloved youngest son of Seoheung Bang and Buyong Yun, and grew up in Bucheon and Incheon. He attended Bucheon Elementary School, Incheon Junior High School, and Incheon Normal School (now Gyeongin National University of Education in Incheon), where he earned his teaching degree, and later Seoul National University.

In 1960, he began his career with a temporary teaching assignment before fulfilling his military service in the Korean Army from 1960 to 1963. After completing his service, he returned to resume his career in education, serving as an elementary school teacher and administrator, as well as a Boy Scouts leader, from 1964 to 1979, shaping young minds with patience, discipline, and a deep sense of responsibility.

He married Kwiyong O on March 29, 1964, after many years of courtship that began as friendship in junior high school. Their marriage began a partnership that would span 62 devoted years and two continents. Together, they built a life defined by sacrifice, perseverance, and unwavering commitment to their children.

In April 1979, he and his wife made the courageous decision to immigrate to the United States, leaving behind a comfortable life and respected careers. At a time when political turmoil in Korea kept many students out of classrooms and in protests, they sought a future where their children could receive a stable and uninterrupted education. Life in a new country was difficult, but he and his wife worked as many as three jobs at a time to provide opportunity, security, and hope for their family. Dongho overcame language barrier, financial challenges, discrimination, and loneliness so that future generations could benefit. His sacrifices were quiet but profound — every effort rooted in love and the desire to give his children a better life.

Dongho began a long and dedicated career with the U.S. Postal Service, serving from 1983 until his retirement in 2011 in various positions. His reliability, humility, and strong work ethic earned him the respect of colleagues and superiors in Houston and Leavenworth. He was a man of many talents — creative and artistic — and whatever he did not know how to do, such as construction, plumbing, or computing, he taught himself, a reflection of his resourcefulness, determination, and lifelong curiosity.

A man of faith, he was baptized on March 24, 1979, in Incheon alongside his family, and remained a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout his life, serving in many callings including stake missionary, ward clerk, stake clerk, and Kansas City Temple ordinance worker. In June 1983, Dongho and his family were sealed together for time and eternity in the Provo Utah Temple. He and his wife loved serving in the Kansas City Temple every Saturday for the past 7 years, and it was the highlight of their week. He and Kwiyong visited many temples together while traveling to see family and friends. In 2017, they fulfilled a lifelong goal of serving a full-time mission together in Korea. They served in the Korea Seoul South Mission, taking care of and feeding dozens of young missionaries on their welfare rounds.

Dongho was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers and 1 sister. He is survived by his wife, Kwiyong O; his children Puyol Paul Bang (Melanie Snapp), Hyeson Bang Busby (Curtis), and Hyeyoung Bang Thompson (Gregory); his grandchildren Nicole Harrop (Devin), Whitney Westhoff (Dunn), Tyler Bang (Joanne Long), Ethan Bang, Emma Busby, Austin Busby, Nicholas Thompson (Carrleigh Campbell), Sophia Thompson, Naomi Thompson, and Amelia Thompson; and his 7 great-grandchildren Olivia, Kendrick, Benjamin, Rowan, Silas, Arthur, and Thomas.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the Platte City Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, located at 2700 Ensign Hill Drive, Platte City, MO 64079.

Dongho’s legacy lives on in the family he loved, the students he taught, the communities he served, and the countless sacrifices he made so his children and grandchildren could thrive. His life was a testament to devotion, perseverance, and quiet strength — and he will be deeply missed.