The Tran was a woman for whom actions would speak louder than words. Her life motto might well have been “if it isn’t logical, it’s not important.” The qualities of being fair, just and the ability to recognize what was right were clearly driving forces in The’s life. She was also the kind of person who could respect a “do not disturb” sign, whether it was real or implied. She was analytical and observant, with an ability to be simultaneously spontaneous and keenly perceptive. The was modest in her actions and extremely literal in her thoughts and in the manner in which she communicated with others. When The said something, she meant it. All those who knew her appreciated this trademark quality.
The was born on December 31, 1936 in Saigon, Vietnam. The was raised in Vietnam. Even as a small child, The wanted to understand what was right and what was wrong in any given situation. As The grew older, she realized the importance of being treated fairly, and in return, she treated everyone around her the same way. This belief in fair play served The well throughout her life and despite her natural shyness; she enjoyed a solid group of friends.
This same loyalty and up front honesty The shared with her friends carried over to other aspects of her life, including her relationships with her family. The exchanged wedding vows with Quoi in Vietnam. The marriage became a solid relationship, due in part to The’s skill at bringing fresh energy and clarity to meeting Quoi's needs. She was a great listener who enjoyed the couple’s “together” time, especially when it came to celebrating special occasions.
As the family grew, The was easily able to adapt to the changes and challenges of parenthood. The was blessed with eight children, three sons and five daughters. They were also blessed with eleven grandchildren. The was never impulsive in dealing with family problems. Instead, she would carefully think things through before implementing the solution in a logical and objective manner. The was a strong, clear communicator who excelled at eliminating confusion by making matters crystal clear to all those involved. At the same time, The’s inventive nature could turn some of the boring old household chores into a fun activity for the family.
In her work life, The was the kind of person who had no difficulty in taking on a project and seeing it through to its completion. She excelled at dealing with those pesky details that can derail some people, and once she understood exactly why she was working on a project, she could plow full steam ahead. For The, being able to grasp the logical components of any task was significant to her in appreciating its importance. Even if she worked alone on an assignment, The was able to incorporate and welcome new insights from co-workers, and she would readily use them if they improved the process. Her primary occupation was as a housewife. The always made the effort to be a team player, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done.
The’s curious and inquisitive nature influenced her choice of leisure pursuits as well. She applied her strong concentration and analytical skills as to how things worked to her choice of activities. She particularly enjoyed the “alone” time her hobbies provided. Her favorite pursuits were cooking. The was content to enjoy her hobbies alone but was also willing to share her interests with others.
Religion and faith were important to The. She held dear the faith and values she derived from her beliefs. She was a member of the Buddhist faith.
The passed away on January 11, 2013 at home in Sunnyvale, California. She is survived by her children; her grandchildren; and the rest of her family and friends. Services were held at Oak Hill Funeral Home in the Sunshine Chapel in San Jose, California. The was laid to rest in Oak Hill Memorial Park in San Jose, California.
The strongly believed that talk is cheap. She was the type of person who would show others her feelings through her actions. She was practical and realistic but was able to be flexible when the need arose. She had a curiosity about the things around her and tried to experience life directly rather than sit back and talk about it. The experiences she treasured most were those she shared with her loved ones. The Tran will be greatly missed.
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