Alexander Dang Nguyen

Obituary Our beloved Alex departed on December 31, 2014 at the young age of 32. He was struck with the most unmerciful illness this past summer, and after five months of utter strength, bravery, courage and conviction he succumbed to the cancer as he was surrounded by his loving friends and dear family, all left so heartbroken and empty yet his inspiration endures. Alex is survived by his parents, Anh and Victor; his sisters, Suzette, Monique and Melissa; his two grandmothers; his stepfather Xuyen; step- siblings as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and close friends. Letter of Remembrance Dear Alex, your tender life with us will always be remembered. You were the perfect gentleman to everyone you came across, engaging with a ready smile and earnest in your genuine concern for others. Whether how small or how significant, they'll always remember you for the different things you were to them. You had a talent for making every person in a filled room feel special and that they had your undivided attention. Your big, brown eyes carried a spark, a gleam and a touch of excitement that resonated through your voice like fireworks dancing to the sound of music. To your uncle and I, you were the handsome, wonderful, young nephew who loved your family and cherished your friends, loved your movies, loved all creatures from insects to mammals and all bugs and pets in-between, loved beach volleyball and football, loved all homemade food, and you loved God. You were the willing person who declared, “Yes I have a truck, of course I will help you move!” You were the warm and charismatic host at our wedding, calmly assuring guests that a thunderstorm never hurt anyone. You dreamed of a romantic marriage and cute children, and you wanted to learn how to play the Spanish guitar. You wished for strong legs again so that you could abandon your crutches and run against the wind with your toes tickling through the sand and grass. We all wished for more time and prayed for a miracle. Instead we cry an ocean of tears and weep for the sound of your jovial chuckle. To your parents, you were a good son with the biggest heart. You never gave them trouble, neither asked for anything nor once complained not even through your tremendous suffering, you never elicited anger, you only gave them obedience and respect. Your determination for everyone’s comfort left you giving your spot in line no matter what the situation. To your mother, you made her very proud through your hard work and dedication to being the best at all you hoped to achieve. You did not take anything for granted and appreciated the simpler things in life. When your mother shared in your sadness, shock and sorrow over your diagnosis, your honorable reply was inherently very Alex, “Mom, better me than anyone else we know.” You were amazing, you were incredible and your beautiful soul can never be replaced. To all of your siblings, you brought them happiness and laughter. You delivered great jokes and stories. You showed them affection and you gave them a million reasons to always want to be near you. To all of your aunts, uncles, cousins, grandmothers and relatives, you were a gentle, caring and loving family member. You were always there to contribute positively to peace and togetherness. You were always there to help generously and to give profoundly. You were a marvelous gift of joy. To your friends, your friendship was trustworthy and loyal. You were fun-spirited and a serious listener. You loved your friends with all of your heart! You shared every morsel of your essence and never expected anything in return. You remained hopeful and faithful up to your death. We are truly honored to have shared so much with you, yet we grieve for the so much more cruelly taken from us. It is deeply painful to lose you now and you are surely missed. The precious memories you leave for us are treasures tucked away in the deepest part of our hearts. For all the times we were too busy to express to you, we love you! For all the times we hurt you, we are very sorry! For all the times we did not understand you, we regret! For all the times we should have embraced you, we hug you! Finally, for all the times we will not have together, we fill with thoughts of you and tightly hold you close!! On behalf of our entire family and friends, we wish you a fond farewell. Rest in perfect peace our sweet, sweet Alex. Service Information Visitation Schedule at El Camino Memorial Park 5600 Carroll Canyon Road, San Diego, CA 92121 9am Eulogies 10am Viewing 11am Prayer Service Escort to church at noon Good Shepherd Catholic Church 8200 Gold Coast Drive, San Diego, CA 92126 1pm-2pm Mass 2pm-4pm *Reception 10150 Arrow Rock Avenue, San Diego, CA 92126 *Special Attire Request: For the reception, please kindly dress in Green Bay Packer colors yellow and green as a tribute to Alex’s favorite NFL Team.