Phuc Nuyen passed peacefully on July 8, 2020. Joe, as he’s affectionately known by close friends is survived by his wife of 56 years, Anna Nuyen; his sons, Duke Nuyen, Noi Nuyen; his daughters, Que Nuyen, May Murphy, Susan Rathur, Dawn Nuyen and their families with 10 grandchildren and six great grandchildren; his brothers, Thanh Nguyen, Hien Nguyen; and eight nephews and nieces.
Phuc was born on February 16, 1942 in Vientiane, Laos. After receiving a Associate Technical Degree, he began his career as a mechanic at the US Embassy in Laos before emigrating to the United States in 1975 in pursuit of the American dream. Through hard work and sacrifice, Joe achieved success, happiness and made a wonderful home for his family. After retiring in 2005, he discovered his true passion, traveling the world and simply having fun with his family and friends.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at the Carmichael-Hemperley Funeral Home, 135 Senoia Road, Peachtree City, GA 30269. Family will receive guests from 1:00-2:00 PM.