Cao Thanh Tung, native of Rach Gia, Vietnam and resident of Denham Springs, LA, passed away peacefully on Friday morning July 29, 2022, at Our Lady of Lake Hospital of Baton Rouge at the age of 65. He was a strong and determined fighter, battling cancer for the last 7 years fighting till the very end. He is survived by his wife, Tuan Vo; daughter, Mary Cao; sons, Anthony Cao, Randy Cao, Martin Cao, and Thommy Cao; daughter-in-law, Kimberly Fultz; and grandson, Anthony Jayden Cao. His siblings are Cao Kim Van, Cao Thu Ha, Cao Thanh Mai, Cao Ngoc Diep, Cao Cam Nhung, Cao Minh Ly, Cao Hong Phuong, Cao Kim Loan.
Preceded in death by his father Cao Van Luong and mother Le Thi Ky.
Tung was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He was blessed with a large and loving family. He dedicated many years of his life being a great supporter and provider to his family. He enjoyed being outdoors whether shooting guns or fixing things. He was amazingly skilled, smart, and artistic. He had an inquisitive mind for problem solving and a mechanic at heart. He loved to sing karaoke and spending time with his friends and family. His love for life came unnoticed. He rarely expressed his emotions openly, but he showed his love through his actions. He was a very thoughtful and selfless person, who doesn’t want to burden anyone, so he endured his own pain and suffering. He was always helping others and asking nothing in return. Even during his most ailing time, he didn’t hesitate to continue to help and support those in need. He loved to share his wealth of knowledge. People were always calling and asking him for advice. He will forever be loved and remembered.
Visitation will be held at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA, on
Thursday August 4, 2022, from 5:00PM until 8:30PM with a prayer service from 6:00PM until 7:00PM
Friday August 5, 2022, from 5:00PM until 8:30PM with a prayer service from 6:00PM until 7:00PM
Visitation will resume at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 2305 Choctaw Dr., Baton Rouge, LA, on Saturday August 6, 2022, from 9:00AM until 9:45AM, following by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00AM. Interment will immediately follow on the grounds of Greenoaks Memorial Park.
Please know all of your kind words and prayers are not going unnoticed. The family extends their gratitude for the outpour of love and support as they navigate through this tough time. Please continue to pray for An-ton Cao Thanh Tung.
Pallbearers will be: Anthony Cao, Randy Cao, Martin Cao, Thommy Cao, Larry Loc Tram, and Hai Nguyen
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