In loving memory, Chanthy ( Bong T) Chhoeung

Chustin:
Love knows no boundaries. Although Bong T is no longer physically here, his spirit is constantly with us. You will never meet a sweeter, more generous, compassionate, or humbler person. He was a lover of nature and the outdoors, a photographer, and a cook, but most importantly, he was a son, a brother, an uncle, and a friend. You couldn't help but grin whenever you were around him; the energy he offered and the brightness that shone from within him were palpable. I can't wait to see that smile again. Bong T, rest in peace. WE LOVE YOU!! 

Chantha: 

He is the oldest of the siblings. Very down to earth, free spirit, caring, generous, SUPER HUMBLE, skilled with his creative work, free hand tattoos, chef culinary abilities, BBQ master, and many more qualities. You name it, he's done it! He affected many people's lives, and his influence on all of our lives will never be forgotten. He was recognized for his wisdom, knowledge, and talent in a variety of areas; I always resented the fact that he had all the talent and I didn't, but he shared it with everyone and taught everyone along the way. He would take us on adventurous camping trips every year until he got sick, hiking with no idea where we were going looking for haunted places to tell his ghost stories, cooking was his number one passion, and he always cooked for anyone who needed a chef for their parties, paid or not, he'll do it because he loves it and he'll teach you along the way. He was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 7 years ago and lost his eye sight; he went to have surgery but was so eager to get back in the kitchen to cook that he didn't let his eye heal properly and one side didn't heal as it should due to the heat in the kitchen; however, having one eye did not stop him from doing what he loves COOKING. After around 4 years, he had heart failure and renal failure and was placed on dialysis three times a week, as well as other health concerns. The doctor told him he only had three years to live, but he survived for five, and just the other day, my siblings and I were discussing how he has many more years to live since he outlived the three-year threshold. He left following our conversation a week later. He stated he wanted to take my kids to view the Christmas lights this year so they would remember him :(

 

The Chhoeung Family loves and appreciates all of you; saying goodbye to T isn't easy, but any assistance is embraced and appreciated.