Thinh is one of the most genuine, kind-hearted human being I have ever met. He welcomed me in the family with open arms when I met him and Krystinna for the first time 6-years ago. Thinh never made anyone feel left out and always filled the room with laughter and joy. You never failed to be there when anyone asked for help and we couldn’t thank you enough for everything that you have done for us. We miss and love you very much, Thinh! 

High school wouldn't have been the same without you. Always hanging out together with our small Asian crowd back in high school. I remember you would always laugh at my dumb comments. And your eyes would light up when I say something stupid enough to get your attention because I was always sarcastic. You will be missed Bui! 

Thinh and I were childhood friends. We spent a lot of time at each other's house and discovered a shared interest in computers. I remember Thinh as warm-hearted and positive, always smiling and always joking. Later, Thinh and I went to different high schools, lived in different states, and eventually lost touch. However, I feel like I could have called Thinh at any moment and he would've made time for me. That's the kind of person he was.

Thinh,

I will always remember the good times we had together.  

Love and miss you brother.  Salute!

Thank you Thinh for all your love and support throughout the years. Thanks for always being the voice of reason. You’ve been another big brother to me and always looking out for Khoi and I. I can still hear and remember your excitement and laughter when we announced our pregnancy. We can’t wait to tell Stella stories about you. We know you will look over her when she arrives in December. Stella and Mason will be the best of friends. You created an amazing son and we can’t wait to see the person he will become. I’m sure just a spitting image of you. I will miss your jokes, kindness, laughter and cooking. I have so many fond memories of you and I will continue to cherish our time together for many many years to come. You will be greatly missed, thank you for being a positive light in so many lives. 

I miss you and love you Thinh. Until we meet again. 

Thao

When I first met Thinh, his laugher and welcoming voice was the first thing I noticed. Thinh always filled the room with his charm and warmth. He made every dull moment memorable. Mason, your dad might not be here on earth, but he is always with you in spirit. He is your angle that will always protect you and pray for you.

Twin Cities Table Tennis Club. We love you Thinh.

Thinh,
There were many memorable things I could share but one thing that stood out was of a fishing day.  One day we were at the lake fishing and your first catch was a little walleye. It was the smallest walleye I’ve ever seen but it still put a big smile on your face like you just found a huge treasure.  I enjoyed watching your reactions when you fish. You were like a kid in a candy store. 
You amazed me with your warmth personality and positivity in many ways.
I wish we could have hung out more often.  I really enjoyed our fishing day and spending time playing table tennis together.  I’m sad to see you go. I guess you found a better place to be... 
Until then, goodbye my friend. 

Dear Uncle Thinh, 
Thank you so much for always helping me with math, taking me fishing with you, and letting me call you and di lan, close to midnight, to teach me all of your delicious recipes! Your fish sauce is A1!!! I miss you very much! 

- Kim Vu

I just remember that he was such classy guy who loved his wife dearly, every time she would be doing my nails he would just come and stand there and watch her work then they gave that eye to eye contact and then he would leave.  

Thinh, 

I was just thinking back, I don’t think you missed a single family event. Whether it was a birthday, a holiday, or just family dinner. I could always count on you to be there. You would always show up with a smile too. I remember you would be so excited to tell us some jokes you found off the internet. Lol. Man, those jokes were terrible....But I would love to hear more terrible jokes.
I just want to say Thank you for everything that you do for me and the family. Your love towards us was authentic and genuine. You are the REAL MVP, bro. 
Man, those years i watched your relationship with lan. Seeing how much you loved my sister. I tell myself, “this dude is more whipped than whip cream”. 
 But like a big brother, you’ve taught me so much.  And I will never forget.
I love you and miss you bro. Hold it down until I see you again.




I don’t have any memory with Thinh to share, since I don’t know him personally and I haven’t seen him once; but the sad news comes from the table tennis community in MN that I know. I am very sorry to hear this, I wish I had the opportunity to play with him, or at least seen him play.
Sorry Thinh, maybe we play in the next life.
See you then, buddy!

Thinh was a joy to be around.  Please accept my condolences, he will be missed.

OBITUARY

Thinh Duc Bui

January 21, 1983 – August 9, 2019

Gearhart Funeral Home

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