Zhi Li 'Lily' (19 Aug 1992 - 16 Jun 2026)

I will forever have wonderful memories Zhi and the positive energy she brought is everything we did

Zhi - thanks for the memories and fun times shared!

With deepest sympathy. Zhi's light was extinguished far too soon, but the kindness she shared will always be remembered. Keeping your family in my thoughts and hope you find peace.

It was really nice to have known you. I shall never forget my first ever taster of tennis lesson with you. Your bright Smile and Laughter I shall cherish always in my Heart. ❤️

You will always be in our thoughts ❤️

Your warmth, kindness, and laughter will never be forgotten. Thank you for making me feel so welcome from the first day I met you at work.

Hey Lily, altough we only had a few opportunities to work together, your warm-hearted presence and your attention to other people left a strong impression to me.

The little present you gave me last Christmas was just one example of how thoughtful and caring you were. Your kindness, intelligence, and positive spirit will stay in my memory.

Liebe Lily,
das Matterhorn zu sehen war einer deiner Träume und ich bin dankbar, dass wir diesen gemeinsam erleben durften. Dort angekommen, hast du mir mit deiner Ruhe und Gelassenheit gezeigt, wie man eine Drohne RICHTIG (six G up! 😎) fliegt. Du warst eine tolle Drohnenpilotin - ich habe Blut und Wasser geschwitzt aber du hast immer nur laut gelacht.
Du hast von dort oben tolle Bilder gemacht.
Diese Erinnerungen bleiben für immer - Danke dir dafür.
Du weisst ja wie es geht - das hast du mir gesagt: Ein Schmetterling kann jeder sein - wir müssen auf sie aufpassen …
Ich werde dich nicht vergessen.
C.

Dear Zhi’s family,
I was heartbroken to hear of Zhi’s passing, and I want to offer my deepest condolences to you at this painful time.
I met Zhi at the very beginning of our master’s programme, when we were placed on the same first team. From the start, she was incredibly kind, thoughtful, and easy to get along with. She always remembered birthdays and marked them with small gifts and gestures, and she was the first to offer help when anyone needed it.
One of my favourite memories of her is from our second term, when we were no longer on the same team. I asked her how her new team was, and she just giggled and said, “Oh, I have two bosses now,” and then almost fell over laughing. That was so typical of Zhi – she could find humour in the situation, and there was never any air of negativity around her, only warmth and positivity.
Zhi brought light, care, and joy into the lives of those who studied with her. She will be deeply missed, but I will always be grateful for the time we shared and the example she set in how to be kind and generous to others.
Please know that you are in my thoughts, and I hope that, even in this deep sorrow, your memories of her beautiful spirit will bring you some comfort.
With heartfelt sympathy,