Katie Li Trinh

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Katie Li Trinh, beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, who left us on March 12, 2025, at the age of 42. Katie was born on September 15, 1982, in North Miami, FL, and was the beloved daughter of Billy and Yvette Gifford. She is survived by her devoted husband, Tuan Trinh, and her cherished four-legged companions, Pickles, Poppy, and Poboy, who brought endless joy to her life.

Katie found comfort in the warmth of her home, where she kept everything meticulously clean, always striving to create a peaceful sanctuary. She loved nothing more than spending time in her kitchen, where she delighted in cooking and baking for her loved ones, filling their hearts with warmth and her home with delicious smells. Daily phone conversations with her brother, Josh, were a treasured part of her routine, and those talks were a reflection of their deep bond and unbreakable connection.

Katie was a loving sister to Natasha Roland (Loren), Sean Smith (Alice), Amy Gifford (Tim Smith), Kimberly Price (Kevin), and Joshua Gifford (Yorleini). Katie is survived by her in-laws, My Troung and the late Dang Trinh, along with her brother and sister-in-laws, Sang Trinh (Binh Thai), Phu Trinh (Kim Nguyen), and Trang Trinh (Thinh Nguyen), held a special place in her heart.

She was an adoring aunt to many, including Kia Kennedy (Jamie), Jordan and Camden Wheatley, Christian Sansbury (Chelsea), Alex Roland, Lucas and Charlotte Smith, Maddox Price, Christian Gifford, Dax Smith, Vincent and Nathan Trinh, Kristina Trinh, Mckenna and Alyna Nguyen, and a great aunt to Brooks and Casey Kennedy and George Sansbury.

Katie is also remembered fondly by her loving aunts, Linda Simms, Debbie Young, and Sandy Gooza, as well as a large extended family and countless friends whose lives she touched with her kindness and generosity.

Katie’s bright spirit and boundless energy will be profoundly missed by all who knew her. She had an incredible ability to make those around her feel special and loved, and her compassion for others was truly unmatched. Whether spending time with family or friends, Katie's smile and infectious laugh were a constant source of light in their lives.

Katie’s memory will forever remain in our hearts, and she will never be forgotten.

Rest in peace, Katie. You will always be loved.

Family and friends are invited to gather at Gary L. Kaufman Funeral Home at Meadowridge Memorial Park, Inc. 7250 Washington Blvd., Elkridge, Maryland 21075 (Exit 6 South off Route 100) on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at which time a Celebration of Life Service will begin. Inurnment will be private.