The late Diem Le Nguyen, a beloved member of the San Diego community, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 23rd, 2024. She was 50 years old and is survived by her three sons, who are deeply devastated by the loss of their mother. Known for her compassion and selflessness, Diem’s sudden passing has left her family and friends in profound grief.
Diem’s family has expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of support they have received during this difficult time. In a statement shared by her sons, they described their struggle to come to terms with this new reality and thanked everyone for their kind messages and prayers, which have provided them with strength and comfort. They remembered their mother for her resilience and cherished the memories they had with her.
"Thinking of you all," wrote Tina Nguyen on Facebook. "Myself and my family and friends are very devastated for you and your family."
In the wake of her passing, a GoFundMe campaign was organized by Diem’s niece, Jocelyn Dao, to help cover the costs of a dignified memorial service. The campaign, titled "Honor Diem’s Memory with a Dignified Farewell," aims to raise $8,500. As of now, $1,100 has been raised from two donations, with one anonymous donor contributing $1,000 and Stephanie Espinoza donating $100.
Jocelyn Dao also shared the GoFundMe link on Facebook, expressing the family’s appreciation for the support they have received: "Hi everyone, if you’d like to contribute to my aunt’s memorial service, you can donate here. Our family appreciates your support so much, thank you."
Despite the overwhelming support, the family has faced challenges as well. Diem’s sons addressed the public about the actions of Jimmy Thai, Founder of Build a School Foundation, who has been posting updates on social media and planning events without the family’s consent. They clarified that they had not been in contact with Thai and that his actions were not endorsed by them. They expressed their discomfort with his use of their mother’s passing to promote his organization.
Diem’s family emphasized their wish to handle their own affairs moving forward and thanked everyone for respecting their privacy during this period of grieving.
The loss of Diem Le Nguyen has left a significant void in the hearts of those who knew her. Her dedication to her family and her vibrant spirit will be remembered and honored by all who were touched by her life.
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