Quy Phuong aged 70, died at Cedar Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills on Tuesday, May 29, 2012, following a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in Vietnam to To Ba Luong (deceased) and Dang Yen. She finished High School in Vietnam in 1957, engaged in sports activities such as basketball and table tennis.
Maria has three brothers and four sisters. She got married in July 31, 1960 and gave birth to 6 children. Five were born in Vietnam and one in the Philippines where they all grew up together. She loved jewelry, cooking, and traveling. She had a kind heart and always looks after her children.
She is survived by her husband Aguedo De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Sophie and Edgar Golangco, her son and his wife, George and Polly De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Teresa and Brian Cheney, her son and his wife, Harold and Hortencia De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Gloria and Mel White, her son and his wife, Eugene and Thelma De Guzman. Maria is further survived by 22 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and many friends.
In 2008, Maria and husband lived with their youngest son in Moreno Valley, CA. for two years. She and her husband then lived in Palmdale with their grandchildren and great grandchild until the day that she passed away.
Maria has gone to heaven but her memories will remain with us forever. Maria will be missed.
We would like to thank everyone who came to join us on her final moment on earth. Thank you all for the support, flowers and donations.
When tomorrow starts without me,
and I'm not there to see.
If the sun should rise and find your eyes,
all filled with tears for me.
I wish so much you wouldn't cry,
the way you did today,
While thinking of the many things
we never got to say
I know how much you loved me,
as much as I love you...
And each time you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too...
But when tomorrow starts without me,
please try to understand...
An angel came and called my name
and took me by the hand,
It seemed my place is ready
In Heaven far above,
and that I'd have to leave behind,
those things I dearly loved,
But as I turned to walk away,
a tear fell from my eye.
For all of life, I'd always thought, I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for,
so much yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible, that I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad...
I thought of all the love we shared,
and how much fun we had....
If I could relive yesterday, even just for a while,
I'd say goodbye,
then kiss you till I saw that special smile...
But then I fully realized, that it could never be,
Cause emptiness and memories,
would take the place of me.
And when I thought of all those things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
My heart was filled with sorrow...
But when I walked through Heaven's gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
from His great and Golden throne,
He said,
"This is eternity, and all I've promised you.
Today your life on Earth is past, but here it starts a new.
I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last,
and since each day is the same day,
there's no longing for the past....
But you have been so faithful,
so trusting and so true,
Though there were some times you did
some things you shouldn't do....
But you have been forgiven,
and now at last you're free,
So come and take me by the hand,
and share my life with me."
So when tomorrow starts without me,
don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'll be right there - In your Heart.
The poem 'When Tomorrow Starts Without Me', I strongly believe sums up our Mothers final thoughts.
So all the loved ones she left behind would find peace in the hearts knowing she is going to a wonderful place without hate and sorrow.
I had the privilege of getting to know her on the visits in Australia, and between her broken English and my hand signs, we managed to find a way of getting to know one another.
I would like to thank her for the gift she has given me - my amazing husband - because of her not only do I have him, but I also have my three amazing kids - and I am sure that goes for all the brothers and sisters and their families.
She fought so hard to have all her children close together in one place, she may not have succeeded in that respect but her wishes have been granted in a greater way, the love, respect and kindness her kids have for one another is unbreakable and that is a reflection of her.
Her struggles in life did not stop her of becoming a great mother and yet there were many.
Have a fantastic eternal journey in God's care and Rest in peace now.
We will never forget you,
your family.
She was born in Vietnam to To Ba Luong (deceased) and Dang Yen. She finished High School in Vietnam in 1957, engaged in sports activities such as basketball and table tennis.
Maria has three brothers and four sisters. She got married in July 31, 1960 and gave birth to 6 children. Five were born in Vietnam and one in the Philippines where they all grew up together. She loved jewelry, cooking, and traveling. She had a kind heart and always looks after her children.
She is survived by her husband Aguedo De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Sophie and Edgar Golangco, her son and his wife, George and Polly De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Teresa and Brian Cheney, her son and his wife, Harold and Hortencia De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Gloria and Mel White, her son and his wife, Eugene and Thelma De Guzman. Maria is further survived by 22 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and many friends.
In 2008, Maria and husband lived with their youngest son in Moreno Valley, CA. for two years. She and her husband then lived in Palmdale with their grandchildren and great grandchild until the day that she passed away.
Maria has gone to heaven but her memories will remain with us forever. Maria will be missed.
We would like to thank everyone who came to join us on her final moment on earth. Thank you all for the support, flowers and donations.
When tomorrow starts without me,
and I'm not there to see.
If the sun should rise and find your eyes,
all filled with tears for me.
I wish so much you wouldn't cry,
the way you did today,
While thinking of the many things
we never got to say
I know how much you loved me,
as much as I love you...
And each time you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too...
But when tomorrow starts without me,
please try to understand...
An angel came and called my name
and took me by the hand,
It seemed my place is ready
In Heaven far above,
and that I'd have to leave behind,
those things I dearly loved,
But as I turned to walk away,
a tear fell from my eye.
For all of life, I'd always thought, I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for,
so much yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible, that I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad...
I thought of all the love we shared,
and how much fun we had....
If I could relive yesterday, even just for a while,
I'd say goodbye,
then kiss you till I saw that special smile...
But then I fully realized, that it could never be,
Cause emptiness and memories,
would take the place of me.
And when I thought of all those things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
My heart was filled with sorrow...
But when I walked through Heaven's gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
from His great and Golden throne,
He said,
"This is eternity, and all I've promised you.
Today your life on Earth is past, but here it starts a new.
I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last,
and since each day is the same day,
there's no longing for the past....
But you have been so faithful,
so trusting and so true,
Though there were some times you did
some things you shouldn't do....
But you have been forgiven,
and now at last you're free,
So come and take me by the hand,
and share my life with me."
So when tomorrow starts without me,
don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'll be right there - In your Heart.
The poem 'When Tomorrow Starts Without Me', I strongly believe sums up our Mothers final thoughts.
So all the loved ones she left behind would find peace in the hearts knowing she is going to a wonderful place without hate and sorrow.
I had the privilege of getting to know her on the visits in Australia, and between her broken English and my hand signs, we managed to find a way of getting to know one another.
I would like to thank her for the gift she has given me - my amazing husband - because of her not only do I have him, but I also have my three amazing kids - and I am sure that goes for all the brothers and sisters and their families.
She fought so hard to have all her children close together in one place, she may not have succeeded in that respect but her wishes have been granted in a greater way, the love, respect and kindness her kids have for one another is unbreakable and that is a reflection of her.
Her struggles in life did not stop her of becoming a great mother and yet there were many.
Have a fantastic eternal journey in God's care and Rest in peace now.
We will never forget you,
your family.
Quy Phuong aged 70, died at Cedar Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills on Tuesday, May 29, 2012, following a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in Vietnam to To Ba Luong (deceased) and Dang Yen. She finished High School in Vietnam in 1957, engaged in sports activities such as basketball and table tennis.
Maria has three brothers and four sisters. She got married in July 31, 1960 and gave birth to 6 children. Five were born in Vietnam and one in the Philippines where they all grew up together. She loved jewelry, cooking, and traveling. She had a kind heart and always looks after her children.
She is survived by her husband Aguedo De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Sophie and Edgar Golangco, her son and his wife, George and Polly De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Teresa and Brian Cheney, her son and his wife, Harold and Hortencia De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Gloria and Mel White, her son and his wife, Eugene and Thelma De Guzman. Maria is further survived by 22 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and many friends.
In 2008, Maria and husband lived with their youngest son in Moreno Valley, CA. for two years. She and her husband then lived in Palmdale with their grandchildren and great grandchild until the day that she passed away.
Maria has gone to heaven but her memories will remain with us forever. Maria will be missed.
We would like to thank everyone who came to join us on her final moment on earth. Thank you all for the support, flowers and donations.
When tomorrow starts without me,
and I'm not there to see.
If the sun should rise and find your eyes,
all filled with tears for me.
I wish so much you wouldn't cry,
the way you did today,
While thinking of the many things
we never got to say
I know how much you loved me,
as much as I love you...
And each time you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too...
But when tomorrow starts without me,
please try to understand...
An angel came and called my name
and took me by the hand,
It seemed my place is ready
In Heaven far above,
and that I'd have to leave behind,
those things I dearly loved,
But as I turned to walk away,
a tear fell from my eye.
For all of life, I'd always thought, I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for,
so much yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible, that I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad...
I thought of all the love we shared,
and how much fun we had....
If I could relive yesterday, even just for a while,
I'd say goodbye,
then kiss you till I saw that special smile...
But then I fully realized, that it could never be,
Cause emptiness and memories,
would take the place of me.
And when I thought of all those things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
My heart was filled with sorrow...
But when I walked through Heaven's gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
from His great and Golden throne,
He said,
"This is eternity, and all I've promised you.
Today your life on Earth is past, but here it starts a new.
I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last,
and since each day is the same day,
there's no longing for the past....
But you have been so faithful,
so trusting and so true,
Though there were some times you did
some things you shouldn't do....
But you have been forgiven,
and now at last you're free,
So come and take me by the hand,
and share my life with me."
So when tomorrow starts without me,
don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'll be right there - In your Heart.
The poem 'When Tomorrow Starts Without Me', I strongly believe sums up our Mothers final thoughts.
So all the loved ones she left behind would find peace in the hearts knowing she is going to a wonderful place without hate and sorrow.
I had the privilege of getting to know her on the visits in Australia, and between her broken English and my hand signs, we managed to find a way of getting to know one another.
I would like to thank her for the gift she has given me - my amazing husband - because of her not only do I have him, but I also have my three amazing kids - and I am sure that goes for all the brothers and sisters and their families.
She fought so hard to have all her children close together in one place, she may not have succeeded in that respect but her wishes have been granted in a greater way, the love, respect and kindness her kids have for one another is unbreakable and that is a reflection of her.
Her struggles in life did not stop her of becoming a great mother and yet there were many.
Have a fantastic eternal journey in God's care and Rest in peace now.
We will never forget you,
your family.
She was born in Vietnam to To Ba Luong (deceased) and Dang Yen. She finished High School in Vietnam in 1957, engaged in sports activities such as basketball and table tennis.
Maria has three brothers and four sisters. She got married in July 31, 1960 and gave birth to 6 children. Five were born in Vietnam and one in the Philippines where they all grew up together. She loved jewelry, cooking, and traveling. She had a kind heart and always looks after her children.
She is survived by her husband Aguedo De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Sophie and Edgar Golangco, her son and his wife, George and Polly De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Teresa and Brian Cheney, her son and his wife, Harold and Hortencia De Guzman, her daughter and her husband, Gloria and Mel White, her son and his wife, Eugene and Thelma De Guzman. Maria is further survived by 22 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and many friends.
In 2008, Maria and husband lived with their youngest son in Moreno Valley, CA. for two years. She and her husband then lived in Palmdale with their grandchildren and great grandchild until the day that she passed away.
Maria has gone to heaven but her memories will remain with us forever. Maria will be missed.
We would like to thank everyone who came to join us on her final moment on earth. Thank you all for the support, flowers and donations.
When tomorrow starts without me,
and I'm not there to see.
If the sun should rise and find your eyes,
all filled with tears for me.
I wish so much you wouldn't cry,
the way you did today,
While thinking of the many things
we never got to say
I know how much you loved me,
as much as I love you...
And each time you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too...
But when tomorrow starts without me,
please try to understand...
An angel came and called my name
and took me by the hand,
It seemed my place is ready
In Heaven far above,
and that I'd have to leave behind,
those things I dearly loved,
But as I turned to walk away,
a tear fell from my eye.
For all of life, I'd always thought, I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for,
so much yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible, that I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad...
I thought of all the love we shared,
and how much fun we had....
If I could relive yesterday, even just for a while,
I'd say goodbye,
then kiss you till I saw that special smile...
But then I fully realized, that it could never be,
Cause emptiness and memories,
would take the place of me.
And when I thought of all those things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
My heart was filled with sorrow...
But when I walked through Heaven's gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
from His great and Golden throne,
He said,
"This is eternity, and all I've promised you.
Today your life on Earth is past, but here it starts a new.
I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last,
and since each day is the same day,
there's no longing for the past....
But you have been so faithful,
so trusting and so true,
Though there were some times you did
some things you shouldn't do....
But you have been forgiven,
and now at last you're free,
So come and take me by the hand,
and share my life with me."
So when tomorrow starts without me,
don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'll be right there - In your Heart.
The poem 'When Tomorrow Starts Without Me', I strongly believe sums up our Mothers final thoughts.
So all the loved ones she left behind would find peace in the hearts knowing she is going to a wonderful place without hate and sorrow.
I had the privilege of getting to know her on the visits in Australia, and between her broken English and my hand signs, we managed to find a way of getting to know one another.
I would like to thank her for the gift she has given me - my amazing husband - because of her not only do I have him, but I also have my three amazing kids - and I am sure that goes for all the brothers and sisters and their families.
She fought so hard to have all her children close together in one place, she may not have succeeded in that respect but her wishes have been granted in a greater way, the love, respect and kindness her kids have for one another is unbreakable and that is a reflection of her.
Her struggles in life did not stop her of becoming a great mother and yet there were many.
Have a fantastic eternal journey in God's care and Rest in peace now.
We will never forget you,
your family.
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