Cyrus "Cy" Inyong Rhee, a loving husband, supportive father, and doting grandfather. Born May 29 ^th , 1935, and passed away on January 20th, 2026 in the city of Mission Viejo, CA at the age of 90.

He is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Shin-Rhee and their 4 children (Son, David & Wife Shirley Siu-Rhee, Eldest Daughter, Alison Sundly, Youngest Daughter Grace Mead and Youngest Son, Ted Rhee.), along with eleven grandchildren, whom he adored above all else.

He was humble and loyal with friends and family, and strong and silent through adversity. Deeply cherished, he will be missed by all who knew him.

Born in Seoul, South Korea, Cyrus was the oldest of five children. Cyrus immigrated at the age of 24. He successfully earned a Bachelor of Science degree on a student Visa at Iowa State University, where he would study to become a Chemical Engineer. Later working for Fluor Corporation based in Irvine, CA for ~30 years. As with many immigrants, he had the dream to create a beautiful life in the United States with his beloved wife Hae Chung "Joyce" Shin-Rhee, whom he shared 62 years of a blessed marriage. His grandchildren—Alec, Parker, Cole, Devyn, Joshua, Evan, Slater, Kaley, Brayden, Lexy and Taylor—were the light of his life and remain his proudest legacy. His memory will be celebrated with a Funeral Mass at Santiago De Compostela Catholic Church, Lake Forest.

Funeral Mass:

Santiago De Compostela, presider Father Thomas Naval, Pastor

Monday, February 9th, 2026 @ 10am

Reception to follow at the Parish Hall from 11:30 – 1:00pm (all welcome).

21682 Lake Forest Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630

Graveside Ceremony @ 2:00pm – Ascension Cemetery

24754 Trabuco Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630