Mom, we will miss you and you will be forever in our hearts.   You have always been there and did so much for me and Sage.   I want to say "thank you" for all you love and support.  I am lucky to have you as my mom.  I regret not saying "I love you" when you with us.  I want this opportunity to say how much I love you and how much I appreciate you as a person and mom.

Ma, these last 2 weeks since your passing I've been wandering around searching for you and hoping to find you. Ma, I miss you so much.  We can't say enough about your sacrifice and strength in taking care of us when ba died early. We will forever be grateful to have you as our ma. We hope you are as proud of us as we are proud to have you as our ma. Be at rest and peace with ba and ama.

Sen was a personal hero for me, an inspiration who showed me the true meaning of resilience and the power of unwavering love. She was a hero in real life. She was a hero who did incredible things and made me believe I could do incredible things too.  She even made me believe I could do improbable things. Somehow, against breathtaking odds, she got her five children out of a war-torn Vietnam after her husband had been assassinated. Even after the first attempt at escape failed, she did not quit. She started over, raised the money needed and got them to safety. How desperate do things need to be in order for one to risk those odds? I can't even imagine. Even when they were safe in Indonesia, Sen worked to get her children to the United States where they could have a prosperous future. There, she built a beloved restaurant known for its authentic Vietnamese cuisine, and ensured all her children graduated from college, embodying the true spirit of the American Dream. She was a great protector. She was powerful, influential and could not be ignored. She was a force to be reckoned with. 

She did not have to welcome me into her family. She didn't need more family. Still, she more than welcomed me. She admonished me when I referred to myself as her son-in-law. She would sternly say, "You are my son." She loved me.

We lived in the same home for almost five years. We shared over 1,000 meals together. We had a special bond. We had inside jokes. Life is very weird and unpredictable. I never thought I would become friends with a 80 year old Vietnamese refugee, but I did, and my life was enriched in ways I could have never fathomed.

Rest in peace, mom. I love you. Thank you.

You are the greatest mom in the world! When dad passed away, you stayed single and brought your children  to the United States for a better life. Working 60 hours for most of your  life, you sacrificed your personal life for your children. Any time you made good food, you would call me to stop by to eat, or you would give it to Phuong to bring it to the restaurant for me.  Even though I'm almost 60, you still care for me like a kid. I miss you, Mom! You will always be in my heart.

Her heart was so full of love and light. There wasn’t a single day that went by where she didn’t share that joy with those around her. Whether it was the smile she greeted you with when you walked through the door, or making sure you left with a full belly. When I think of Grandma, I remember her patience while teaching me to make dumplings, her smile when I painted her nails for a trip to Florida, the countless places we have traveled to, and picking pears every year in her backyard.  How on earth did I ever get so lucky to call her my grandmother? She used to peel my chôm chôm (rambutan) for me, since I loved it so much, so I wouldn’t have to struggle or pause while eating it. What a simple and pure form of love and selflessness. I was so lucky to grow up with her, live with her, and learn how to be a strong and courageous woman through her. 
I love you forever, Grandma,

Thank you for accepting me into your family! I'll miss you, Ama, but never forget the trips and memories we've shared!

Y Sen retrieved our whole family from California to get us back to Minnesota so we could be near, and have the support of our family.  
She is a baddie.

Auntie Sen bought me my first winter coat when we came to Minnesota, when I was 10 years old. I still remember that coat :)! It was the best coat I've ever had.  She also taught me how to eat an English muffin with sugar and butter!:) Best breakfast I've ever had with Auntie Sen every morning when I lived with her.

When I think of Mom, I think of Sunday dinners. I love her bun rieu, chao long, banh it tran, banh xeo, bo nuong vi, banh bao, bun mang vit, thit kho and pho! Needless to say, she was a master in the kitchen! I am so blessed to be a part of Sen's family. Mom was a very strong, smart and proud woman. I love her and will miss her!

When I was a kid, I would often stay at my grandma's house when my parents would celebrate their anniversary out of town. Ama always made the best grilled cheese to please my picky appetite.  She let me set up a wii in her bedroom on a tiny television.  It was always an awesome time, sleeping over at her home!

Sen brought our family a big tray of egg rolls at Christmastime.  It was the highlight of our day! Always so generous!

Remembering her adventurous and independent spirit, boundless energy and unwavering support. Her kindness and strength will be deeply missed.

With heartfelt condolences,
Louis Dang, Aunt Nga and Family

How we wish we can have one more minute with Mom to thank her,and to tell her how much we appreciate and love her! One thing we all know is that Mom loved us unconditionally. She always made sure that we have what we needed, especially food. Mom was blessed to celebrate her 80th birthday (age according to Viet culture) with her siblings, children, and grand kids. Mom was close to her brothers and sisters, never missing a gathering with them and chatting with them on the phone daily. They were very important to her, and she respected them. 
 
Mom loved to travel with her family. In the last ten years, Mom had the opportunity to travel to so many places: Vietnam, China, Singapore, Indonesia, Italy, Germany, France, Belgium and Canada! In the United States, Mom visited beautiful national parks in California, Utah, Nevada and South Dakota. She spent time in Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island and Washington, DC, and became a snow bird in Florida. 

Now, it is time for her to rest with Dad. Our entire family is heartbroken over her passing, but she is resting in peace. We are blessed to have her with us for 79 years. We love her, and will always miss her!

Dear Mom,

We love you and miss you!
You brought us from war torn Vietnam to Minnesota, braving the unknown and forging a new life. Despite the hardships endured during our journey and the continuing challenges of starting again in America, you made sure that your family was taken care of, and that we all went to college. 

I wish you had at least ten more years with us! Please rest in peace, knowing that you lived a good life, and that you did the best for us! Know that we will take care of each other, and celebrate you!

With love, 
Ven

The Amazing matriarch 
We all admired her strength, ambition, motherhood, generosity and amazing life! I am still thinking of our times together… loved being in her kitchen enjoying her cooking, and we loved your restaurant! Kevin mentioned his favorite were the chicken wings! 

How fortunate that we found each other. Her joy of life and love of family will always stay in the hearts of all she loved and touched.  She was so special to our family. I wish I had one more visit with her. 

I am so proud of all of you. Of course, she was always so proud of you all!

Terry Anderson and Family

OBITUARIO

Sen Thi Truong

8 mayo, 1945 – 13 enero, 2025

Sunset & Kapala-Glodek Funeral Home and Sunset Cemetery

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