Mr. Thanh Xuan Phan died peacefully after a sudden heart attack on July 15, 2016 in Victoria, B.C. He was born on April 5, 1947 in Quang Tri, Vietnam.
Predeceased by his parents, Phien and Sinh Nguyen, and his son Duy, Thanh is survived by his wife, Lieu Nguyen, and 7 children and 11 grandchildren; daughter Van and son-in-law Damien (Faith, Eden, Christabel, Zachary); daughter Vy and son-in-law Albert (Kyle, Angeline, Brandon); son Phong and daughter-in-law Lindsay (Sophia, Henry); son Ken and daughter-in-law Sayako (Eve); son Vincent; daughter Diana and son-in-law Shannon (Wade) and son Daniel. He will be missed also by his brother (Gam) and 3 sisters (Luu, Vang, Hien), as well as other relatives and friends in Canada and Vietnam.
In Vietnam, after leaving the seminary, Thanh settled in Phan Rang, where he met his wife, Lieu. They got married within that year and later immigrated to Canada by way of Port Alberni. They eventually relocated to Victoria to raise their family. Thanh retired from the University of Victoria in 2014. His greatest pleasure was received from spending time with his family. He loved soccer, music (guitar, singing), and do-it-yourself projects. He will be deeply loved, and will be missed but never forgotten.
A Prayer Service will be held at McCall’s Floral Chapel, Johnson at Vancouver Streets, on Friday, July 22, 2016 at 7 p.m. A celebration of Thanh’s life and reception will follow at 8 p.m. The Funeral Service will be at St. Patrick’s Church, 2060 Haultain Street, on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at 10 a.m., followed by a reception.
Condolences for the family may be offered below.
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23 Responses
Albert, Vy and Phan Family,
There are times when words are not enough. May God’s eternal promises and everlasting love surround you now. Praying for your comfort and God’s blessing to strengthen you and your family.
Albert, Vy and Phan Family.
Deepest sympathies. Our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.
To all of Thanh’s family,
I came to know this kind, funny, and generous man ,while working with him at Uvic. Over the years, that we worked in the same building,we had a lot of really great chats. Thanh’s stories were wonderful, heartfelt, and truly inspiring.Thanh had a beautiful soul, and could make you believe that all things were possible. My heartfelt sympathies to his family.
Vy, Albert and Phan family
My condolences and deepest sympathies to you and family.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of sorrow, all his wonderful memories will always in your hearts.
Our deepest sympathy to you Vy, Albert and your family on the loss of your father. I hope all of your beautiful memories of your father help you though this difficult time. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Vy, Albert and the Phan family
Deepest condolences on your loss. Do cherish the countless fond memories.
Dear Vy, Albert and Phan family
It’s so hard to say goodbye to someone so special. May the wonderful memories of your love one help to ease your pain. With our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Thinking of you and all of your family members in this difficult time Diana. Lots of love. Cait.
Dear Lieu and family,
Sue told us of Than’s sudden death, and we are so sad for your family. It must have been such a shock for you, but I’m glad you have family to support you.