(L-R) Michael Kwan and Margaret Yee with Corky Lee and Connie Young Yu at the 150th gala celebration of the building of the Transcontinental Railroad
The late Utah Judge Michael Kwan, an outspoken Asian American advocate who died suddenly on July 21 at the age of 58, is receiving a rare honor today.
His body will lie in state at the Taylorsville City Justice Court, reports ABC4.
Kwan launched one of the first DUI and drug courts in the nation in 1998. He is also a descendant of a Chinese railroad worker and organized the 150th anniversary celebration of the Transcontinental Railroad to recognize the contributions of those workers.
The Salt Lake City Tribune reports Taylorsville Mayor Kristie Overson ordered the city’s flags to fly at half staff to honor Kwan.
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“The City of Taylorsville owes a great debt of gratitude to Judge Kwan for his tireless efforts to serve his community,” Overson wrote in a proclamation, “especially as the city’s justice court judge, advocating for the rule of law through his compassion, patience, and good humor.”
At 1:30 today, a funeral procession will proceed to Taylorsville City Hall. Kwan’s body will lie in state from 2-4.
Donations in Kwan’s honor can be made to the OCA, Asian Pacific Advocates.
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