On December 24, an animal shelter Ansung Animal Care Center broke heartbreaking news.
On their Instagram, they wrote, "We just heard from Lee Hyo-ri that Soon-shim left the world yesterday. She sent us a letter."
They continued, "Back in 2010, Lee Hyo-ri decided to become Soon-shim's new family. Extending the deepest sympathy for Lee Hyo-ri in her loss. Also wishing Soon-shim to rest in peace."
![Lee Hyo-ri](http://img.sbs.co.kr/newimg/news/20201224/201504723_1280.jpg)
In the letter, Lee Hyo-ri said, "Our dear Soon-shim has departed this life. She took her last breath in my arms."
![Lee Hyo-ri](http://img.sbs.co.kr/newimg/news/20201224/201504721_1280.jpg)
She added, "What you are doing is very tough, I know what. But please don't forget that what you are doing is not only amazing, but also beautiful."
![Lee Hyo-ri](http://img.sbs.co.kr/newimg/news/20201224/201504720_1280.jpg)
(Credit= 'ansunganimalcare' Instagram, Online Community)
(SBS Star)