Kings players mourn death of Joe Wong, Golden 1 Center security guard
Sacramento CA July 13 2020
He was a pleasant, friendly guy that many enjoyed seeing and talking to on a regular basis.
To some he was a security guard for the Sacramento Kings.
Sometimes he could be found on duty at the parking garage.
Joe, sitting behind a desk in the players garage working security always had a kind word, a piece of candy and a stash of toys for any kid that made their way past his station.
Joe Wong, a loving husband and father of two passed away Friday evening after suffering a massive heart attack. He was 57 years old and clearly left an indelible mark on the players that became accustomed to seeing the security guard on a daily basis.
Upon hearing of the news, many began Tweeting their disbelief.
One of the happiest positive guys I’ve met during my time in sacramento…i will definitely miss him man I’m sick right now… https://t.co/cQjQyM0ny2
— Kevin Yogi Ferrell (@YogiFerrell11) July 12, 2020
No Noooo😢😢😢 God bless!!! Much love to Joe’s family… walking into G1C always had a kind word…
Wow 🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💔 https://t.co/RheVqxiGAW
— Douglas Christie (@TheDougChristie) July 12, 2020
Damn Joe! I’m still in disbelief! My heart hurt just because you were just so good of a guy! Like how can you be so positive everyday? Even in your pictures you look like the best! Love you man. Wish I could’ve told you that and thank you thank you! ❤️❤️ #SacramentoProud
Like so many others in the building, Joe made an impact. Without games, concerts or events filling up Golden 1 Center, we won’t have an opportunity to say goodbye in the proper way, but if you are so inclined, a Go Fund Me account has been set up in his honor.
