William Cuong Nguyen, Cuong Ngo, and another Vietnamese student, and I studied together at the Northrop Institute of Technology in Inglewood, closed to LAX, in the late 1970s.
Cuong was the most industrious, detail oriented among us. After we graduated, each of us went our own way. I lost contact with Cuong after I went to work overseas for more than a decade.  Recently, I tried to reconnect with Cuong, through a friend working in Northrop-Grumman, and learned that Cuong had fell gravely ill. I planned to see him, but now it's too late.  
I miss your smiles and gentle manners.
Rest in Peace Cuong.

Anh  Cường,

I am so sad to hear of your passing. I will always cherish the memories of spending summers with you and Bác Tuyết when I was a child. Your love of airplanes was infectious and I fondly remember the air shows that you took me to during my childhood. I was honored to have you in my life. I am so glad you lived a full life with a fulfilling career and surrounded by love and family. Rest in peace dear cousin. 

Sincerely,
Amelie Trâm Anh Nguyễn

We have been very fortunate to live across the street from the Nguyen family and our favorite “Neighbor Bill” for the last 20 years. Bill was always a kind and caring neighbor. Thankful for all the occasions he would remind us of street sweeping days or share information about oddities he noticed around our neighborhood. He was always so lovely to wish our girls a Happy Birthday when he would see a birthday sign out front. We loved our chats about his job, his love of engineering and updates on his beautiful daughters. He was always wonderful to chat with and will miss seeing him daily.  Please know we will continue to be here for all of you. 

Sincerely ,
The Wall Family
(Rusty, Karen, Maddy, Mylee & Mia)

Anh Cuong, my dear husband—

It has been so difficult to write this because I’m heartbroken to say goodbye to you. On the day of your passing, it was raining. I remember noticing the raindrops streak against the window. It mirrored the teardrops that streamed down my face and our children’s. It felt as if the rain and our tears would never stop because we knew we were losing you forever. 

A little over a month from today would have been our 32nd anniversary. I wish we could celebrate it 100 times more! I’ll miss the way you wished me a happy anniversary— with your gracious gifts and, most of all, your thoughtful cards filled with loving and warmhearted words. I’ll remember and cherish your sentimental words for as long as I live. 

I know you are in a better place now where there is no suffering. I’m comforted in knowing  you’re reunited with some of your close loved ones. Especially your mother, your grandmother, and my parents— people who will continue to love you endlessly as we do. 

You’ll be forever in our hearts. 

Forever yours,
ThuDung

Anh  Cường

I’m so terribly sad to hear of your passing. I hope you didn’t experience too much pain or discomfort at the end.  I will always remember the memories of growing up in the same household and your passion for space shuttles and NASA. I pray you are at peace and together again with Bác Tuyết . 

Viet Nguyen

In loving memory of my dad, Bill. 

The first time I met Bill, we connected immediately. Within minutes of greeting me, he grabbed his iPad and asked me to join him on the couch in the Nguyen home. Bill shared with me his love of photography by taking me through the hundreds of pictures he had of airplanes. Some were fancy jets, others were military planes, but each one had a story to tell and Bill knew it all. As I sat there and listened to all the stories, it was apparent that Bill cared enough about me to share his passions with me. Even on Diem Quynh’s and I’s wedding day, all Bill wanted to do was take pictures. We had already hired a photographer so Bill could enjoy the wedding, but he said, “It’s fine. I will take them too so you have some good ones.” That sense of humor is something I’ll always remember. 

Over the years getting to know Bill, I’ve come to see how much of a family man he is. He always took time to listen and cared deeply for his family, and everyone around him. That care extended outside of the home to me, his other son-in-law Shane, and even neighbors who he would often introduce me to.  Bill was a very loving and generous man who always put his family first. Although he was fighting this unthinkable battle with a terrible illness that took away his physical abilities, it never took away his mind, his heart, or his soul. 

Bill, thank you for everything. I will never forget you and all you have done for me, and I will do everything I can to take care of our family. Rest peacefully. 

Love Always,
 Tyler

Dear Anh Cuong,

I am saddened to know that you are gone. I knew you were battling a tough fight with cancer, but I was still shocked and hurt over the news of your passing because you mean so much to me and our family. 

I remember first knowing you through your mother, Co Tuyet because she was a good family friend. My parents and I always admired and praised you and your family, especially Co Tuyet because she was so smart, spoke English well, and looked beautiful. She was an independent woman who worked for the United Nations. I always appreciated that every time she came back to Vietnam, she would visit my parents.

Over 30 years ago, I was so happy to hear that my parents and my sister ThuDung were able to meet you and your mother in America.  

Then in 1992, you married my sister and I was so happy that you joined our family. Your mother and grandmother always had a special close bond with my parents, so I was happy to welcome you to the family officially. You and my sister then created a beautiful family. 

I’m so grateful to have known you. You were a great man. I’m sorry to say goodbye to you now. 

Love,
Thu Huong

In loving memory of my dad…

My dad was the most resilient person I knew. He had such a challenging life growing up. He endured many hardships but continued to rise above them. No matter what, he persevered through his challenges because he was such a strong person. 

He understood the importance of education— he was able to put himself through university and graduated with his Bachelor’s degree in Engineering at Cal Poly Pomona. He then had a great career as an aerospace engineer. I remember he’d work long hours, sometimes even having to bring his work home, yet he would still find time after a long day to stop somewhere to get my sister and I treats as a display of his love for us. After a stressful day at work, he would still dedicate his time to helping me— whether it was taking me to piano lessons or teaching me how to drive. I remember telling my dad he didn’t have to because he had work the next day, but he’d tell me that it was okay because he wanted me to succeed. He sacrificed so much time and energy to put his family first—to love and support us all constantly. 

I’m so grateful for all the sacrifices my dad made for me. He was such a supportive dad. He was there for me for all of my school events, extracurriculars, and even cheered me on from afar when I graduated with my Master’s degree. He was always proud of me and accepted me for who I was, no matter what because he loved me unconditionally. He never pressured me into being something I’m not or doing anything that I wasn’t comfortable with. I remember his smile and laughter because he loved to joke around my family. My dad also loved taking pictures of my family and now I can look back on all of these happy pictures that will forever live on in his memory and ours.

Love always,
Ariane Diem Quynh

Chào Bố.
Cảm ơn Bố.

Bố, when I asked for your permission to marry Erica, Thúy My, you gave me your family’s blessing: my greatest blessing. You have treated me as your son; I will continue as your son. We will continue your family’s blessing.

I will hold on to the meaningful memories and talks we shared together—so many. From walking around together before Ariane and Tyler’s wedding, to Erica and my own wedding, to bonding over classic rock, to fascinating over the inner workings of mechanical parts, to the favorite foods and drinks we shared, to how your face lit up whenever I saw you…to even memories preserved before me.

Through humble hard work you brought prosperity to us. Now, I will look after Mẹ and our family–and I know you will continue to guide us in prosperity.

We miss you, but you are with us always.

Cảm ơn Bố.
Chào Bố.

Love,
Shane

Kim Oanh Xin thành thật chia buồn với chị và gia đình. Cầu xin ơn trên an ủi, ban bình an, tiếp sức cho mọi người trong gia đình vượt qua đau thương mất mát lớn lao này 🙏🙏💚💚

Cầu cho anh sớm về miền Cực Lạc. 
Gia đình Em Sơn & Vân (Saigon, Vietnam)

Dad and Grandpa at the USS Midway Museum.

Dad and Grandma in Nouméa, New Caledonia.

Dear Bố, 

You are the strongest fighter I know. For more than 3 years, you battled a rare insidious cancer. For more than 3 years, different specialists and doctors said you only had months to live. Yet you persisted, fought, and surpassed expectations because you are so strong. Even in your last few days, the doctors and nurses said you wouldn’t make it past the weekend. But you did, Bố! You did and you proved them wrong because you are a fighter!! 

Our close family was there next to you every step along the tough journey, cheering you on and helping to share the burden to provide any small relief to you. But still, even up to your last few days, you fought unwaveringly to be independent and autonomous so you wouldn’t burden us. But to help you was our honor! 

I wish we won the battle over cancer. You left a legacy as an engineer, dedicated to his craft and love for airplanes, but most of all you are a family man who provided endless love and support to his kin. You made friends everywhere and anywhere you went because you have a friendly and generous soul. Bố, you are too good and too kind to be leaving this world so soon. We love you, Bố! 

All my love,
Erica/ Thúy My

OBITUARY

Mr. WILLIAM CUONG NGUYEN

January 29, 1957 – January 22, 2024

Peek Funeral Home

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