Minh was born in Hanoi, Vietnam, on January 7, 1942. A university graduate and proud member of the South Vietnamese Navy, Minh shared 54 joyful years of marriage with Nguyen Thu-Van and was the devoted father of two children, Katherine Ngoc-Ha Ngô Pyke and AnhKiet Ngô.
He is survived by his wife, Nguyen Thu-Van; son, AnhKiet Ngô; son-in-law, Gordon Pyke; grandchildren, Ethan, Emma, and Sage; and his brothers and sisters, Hung Dinh, Bao Nguyen, Hoa Ngô, Huong Ngô, Thuy Ngô and Tung Nguyen, Sang Ngô and Hanh Huynh, and all of his wonderful nieces and nephews.
His greatest pride and joy was his family and friends, whom he loved and supported every day.
He enjoyed singing karaoke, dancing, and spending time with loved ones.
