Soklaeng Kim, 64, of Columbus, OH, passed away at 8:02 pm on September 4, 2021 at OSU East Hospital surrounded by family and friends. He was born on April 15, 1957 in rural Cambodia. Soklaeng met Sarin Phen Kim at a Thai refugee camp. They were married and had their 3 eldest children before immigrating to America. Together they raised 9 children: Sokleng (Nguyet), Soklay (Leang), Sarorn (Gae), Soklin (Thea), Lyda (Ray). Mariya (Marvin), Soklina, Seara (Kevin), John. He is also survived by grandchildren Tiko, Kathaleeya, Jaston, Aizen, Kaiser, Juston, Kato, Braylon, Kamata. He is preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Sakai. Soklaeng was known to carry out the work of God. He traveled across the United States to spread the word on missionary trips and to help those in need. Soklaeng's dedication in his faith was felt internationally in his home country of Cambodia where he built and started a church that grew from 20 members to over 200. In his free time, Soklaeng enjoyed fishing and gardening, growing various herbs and vegetables for his family to enjoy. He was dependable and could practically fix anything. Whenever anyone needed help, a prayer, or healing, Soklaeng was willing to stop whatever he was doing to help. The family has entrusted O.R. Woodyard South Chapel with the arrangements. A Viewing is scheduled for Friday September 17, 2021 from 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm at 1346 S High St, Columbus, OH 43207. A final viewing will take place from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm followed by a Celebration of Life on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 1:00 pm at Cambodian American Christian Fellowship (CACF) located at The Bridge Community Center. The celebration will conclude with a procession to Groveport Cemetery. O.R. Woodyard South Chapel 1346 S High St. Columbus, OH 43207 Cambodian American Christian Fellowship (CACF) located at The Bridge Community Center 3750 Sullivant Ave. Columbus, OH 43228 Groveport Cemetery Previous Events Visitation SEP 17. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (ET) O. R. Woodyard South Chapel 1346 S. High St. Columbus, OH 43207 Loading map Funeral Service SEP 18. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (ET) Cambodian American Christian Fellowship 3750 Sullivant Ave Columbus, OH 43228 Loading map