Baul Nguyen

Baul Nguyen, born May 5, 1937, in Vinh Long, Vietnam, peacefully passed away in Baldwin Park, California, on March 16, 2025, at the age of 87. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her family, whose life was marked by love, resilience, and dedication.

Baul’s journey was one of perseverance and courage. She and her husband, Thomas Ngien, met in Cambodia and were happily married, starting a family in the country. As war refugees, they relocated to Vietnam, then to the Philippines, and were later sponsored by NBC News to move to the United States, where they built a new life together. Their unwavering commitment to family and hard work allowed them to create a successful future for their children and grandchildren.

As a devoted wife and mother, Baul was committed to the home and family. She had five children, one dog, and many chickens and ducks at her home, which became a symbol of her nurturing and tireless care. Above all, Baul was most remembered as a loving grandmother who dedicated herself to looking after her grandchildren. She cherished the little things about each of them, often taking them out to eat, shopping, dancing to her favorite music, cooking, and tending to her garden. Her home was a place of warmth, laughter, and stories, where she would lovingly recount tales to her grandkids during their time together.

Baul’s passions included cooking, gardening, shopping, listening to music, and spending time with her family. She was known for her kindness, selflessness, and boundless love for her children and grandchildren. Her spirit will live on in the many lives she touched, and she will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Baul is survived by her loving husband, Thomas Ngien; her children Savanna Sum (Paul Sum), Julie Ngien (Andy Truong), Savannary Ho, Leslie Harmon; her grandchildren Bellinger Ngien, Brandon Sum, Bradley Sum, Cindy Ngien (An Le), Wendy Ngien, Jennifer Ho, Jenibelle Ho; and numerous extended family members, all of whom she held dear.

Baul was preceded in death by her parents, Ty Van Pham and Ngoc Thi Nguyen, and her son, Saroeun Ngien. Her legacy of love, strength, and devotion to her family will remain a guiding light for those who continue to carry her memory in their hearts.

A visitation for Baul will be held Friday, April 25, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Westminster Memorial Park & Mortuary (14801 Beach Blvd, Westminster, CA 92683).

Following visitation, Baul's funeral service will occur on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM (14801 Beach Blvd, Westminster, CA 92683).

A graveside service will occur Friday, April 25, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Westminster Memorial Park and Mortuary (14801 Beach Blvd, Westminster, CA 92683).

May Baul be remembered by the love she so freely gave.