She was born in Savannakhet, Laos on February 2, 1948. Khamphong had a career in welding and worked for Nokia. She was a member of Wat Irving and had a passion for being spiritual, traveling, and socializing with friends.
She is survived by her children Diana, Kanthy, Chan, Jean, Linda; grandchildren Mariah, Michael, Peyton, Morgan, Xzavius, Issac; brothers Poung, Kato, Bounmy; sister Vanh. Preceded in death her brother Vong, and sisters Pew, Janh; grandchild Evan Jr.