Chuong Hon Nhan

When someone is identified as a natural leader, certain images come to mind. First thoughts are of a no-nonsense, tough-minded, dedicated and disciplined person. This description accurately fits Chuong Hon Nhan who was indeed a born manager. He will be remembered as being highly organized, practical and realistic. He was a person who always carried a strong sense of duty with him throughout his life. Possessed with traditional “old school” morals, Chuong was an individual who clearly communicated to those around him just who he was and what he was all about. Everyone acquainted with Chuong knew him as a well-respected man who was a stable force in his community.

Chuong was born on August 4, 1944 at Nui Sap in Thoai Son, An Giang, Viet Nam. His parents were Nhan Tuong and Ngo Khanh. Chuong was raised in Nui Sap and Sai Gon. Even as a youngster, Chuong learned to be objective and decisive. His faith in the principles of authority and dependability was something that he carried with him throughout his life.

As a young boy, Chuong was able to put his natural abilities to work. He was a bit like the sergeant of the family, helping to make sure that the others did what they should do and that they avoided those things they weren’t supposed to. In other words, he liked to organize and direct. Chuong was raised with eight brothers and sistesrs. Nhan Hon Kiet, Nhan Hon Binh, Nhan Lieng, Nhan Hon Nghia, Nhan Tuyet Trinh, Nhan Hon Luong, Nhan Tuyet Van, and Nhan Tuyet Nguyet. Chuong had an inborn appreciation for the order in the family, allowing for the oldest members to be the most respected and to take on the most responsibility. For Chuong, this was a natural order of life, one he gladly embraced.

Chuong's matter-of-fact attitude about most things was developed during his childhood. As a young boy, Chuong enjoyed being part of teams, and organizations and groups of other kids who shared similar interests. Chuong soccer. Drawing.

In school, Chuong was as close to being a model student as one could possibly imagine. He sought to achieve perfect attendance in all of his classes. He would eagerly complete his homework, and often put in extra study time when he felt it was necessary. A logical and focused thinker, Chuong was always good at following directions and meeting his schedules, whether they were set by his teachers or were self-imposed. Chuong’s personal motto could well have been, “Do it right the first time. He enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers.

An objective and conscientious individual, Chuong reveled in the security of his family. One of Chuong’s most endearing qualities was his uncanny ability to remember important dates and anniversaries, and his unending enthusiasm for organizing a celebration for his family and friends.

Chuong was ever watchful of his children. He worried about them and was deeply concerned for their development as they grew up. He maintained a firm hand in their upbringing. Chuong would give his stamp of approval to their requests, as long as he could see how they might benefit. He also had the ability to enforce the rules as needed to ensure that his children were properly raised. Chuong was blessed with three children, Nhan Minh Nhat Duy, Nhan Minh Nhat Tam, and Nhan Minh Nhat Thanh. They were also blessed with five grandchildren, Nhan Minh Khang (Ryan), Nhan Gia Hung (Ethan), Nhan Gia Hy (Evelyn), Nhan Hieu Nghia (Nathan), and Nhan Hieu Tam (Nolan).

Being a hard worker who praised efficiency, Chuong was always striving to make improvements where they were necessary. He was able to analyze situations and problems, keeping everything and everyone on track. An excellent project supervisor, Chuong was a person who could quickly make decisions based on the information available. He worked cooperatively and expected the same from his colleagues. In both his personal and professional environments, Chuong upheld his standards. His primary occupation was the secret agent for Southern Viet Nam government before 1975. He was employed for Secret service for 10 years before the Falll of Sai Gon in 1975. Chuong was a team player who certainly lived out the motto of “give me a job, and I will get it done.”

Chuong was an Secret Agent for Southern Government. His sense of duty helped lead him into the military where his understanding of rank, his willingness to abide by rules and regulations and his desire to follow orders was admired by his fellow service men and women.

Chuong approached his leisure time in the same manner that he approached his life. A person who enjoyed being neat and orderly and one who understood the nature of things, he appreciated the hours he was able to devote to his various hobbies. He loved drawing and photography. Chuong was content to enjoy his favorite pastimes alone but was also willing to share his interests with others.

When it came time to travel or take a vacation, Chuong used his scheduling expertise to make sure everyone and everything was ready to go. That also meant that he made certain no single person was overworked in putting the trip together. Chuong had a knack for making sure that everyone who was involved had their specific tasks and that those tasks were completed. Favorite vacations included Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico.

When Chuong’s retirement finally arrived in 2012, he was well prepared. He used his critical evaluation skills to make sure that every detail had been preplanned and attended to. In retirement, he loved to play with grandchildren. In the spare time, he liked to go out to meet his brother and sisters for lunch and chat. In many ways, Chuong loved retirement. It provided him with the opportunity to catch up with his friends, attend functions and group outings, and tackle new interesting activities.

Chuong passed away on April 6, 2016 at Regional Medical Center, San Jose, California. He fought a brave battle with rheumatoid arthritis and pneumonia for many years.

All who knew him would agree that Chuong was a pillar of the community. He lived his life with his feet firmly on the ground. He had a strong work ethic, was pragmatic in his thoughts and acts, and constantly sought the means for self-improvement. He was willing to share his ideas and knowledge for the benefit of others, so that they could accomplish more in their lives. Chuong Hon Nhan did his best to ensure that his family, friends, loved ones, co-workers, and everyone whose life he touched was given the chance to become a better person.