Being the loving, warm, and welcoming family they are, the Phams took me in for a month after high school so I could spend time with my brother from another mother, Hieu. 

Due to a language barrier, I wasn't able to communicate with the family directly, however, I had the unique opportunity to observe. What I noticed when I saw this man with his family is that presented himself as a kind, gentle soul. A professional and respectable man but also a great father. I could tell that the family had nothing but love and admiration for their him. I wish we could have directly communicated. I would have loved to have known him better.

He took me into his home, drove me all around the country, and helped me gain so much worldly experience that I can't put into words the value and impact this has had on my life and my world view. Most people don't get the type of experience I had and it is all because of this man. I'll be eternally grateful for all he has done for me, all he has provided for his family, and for all his efforts to raise one of the most respectable families I know. 

Being the ignorant American teenager I was, the Phams not only put up with me but welcomed me with open arms. I use this family as a pillar in building my own family. I strive bring the energy the kids (now adults) have, the love and warmth mom has, and the strength and wisdom dad had to my own personal relationships. 

I will always be eternally grateful for the experience provided to me by the Pham family. While I know this is a debt I can never repay, I will continue to strive to be the man I saw every time I woke up in Vietnam. Half a world away, surrounded by strangers who didn't speak my language, I couldn't have felt more at home. Thank you, Pham family, for all you've done for me and the experiences I'll always treasure. I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. Our thoughts, love, and support are with you and your family during these difficult times.

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Ong PHAM DAC VINH Phap Danh NHUAN QUANG

December 30, 1958 – December 17, 2023

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