Kieu Le

Kieu Le was a loving sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. She passed away at the age of 94 on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Saddleback Medical Hospital surrounded by loved ones. She was born October 24, 1926 to Boi Le and Hy Luu in Saigon, Vietnam. She married Kim Chung Lam in 1953, who preceded her in death on December 16, 2006 along with her parents and her two elder sisters and brother. She studied pedagogy in China and worked as an elementary teacher in Vietnam after.
She is survived by six daughters, Hue Man Lam, Michelle Lam, Jennifer Lam, Irene Lam, Jocelyn Lam and Amanda Lam; a son, Stephen Lam; ten granddaughters, Tan Anh Hua, Tan Phuong Hua, Jenny Hua, Monica Hua, Stephanie Yip, Vivian Mach, Britney Lam, Shannen Lam, Brandi Lam, Kelsey Lam; seven grandsons, James T. Nguyen, Kevin Mach, Alexander Lam, Raymond Lam, Brandon Tang, Derek Tang and Dillon Tang. She is also survived by her brother Tu Le.
Kieu Le was a fierce, curious, and inspiring woman, who wasn't afraid to speak her mind. Her passions included gardening, tailoring, reading and playing the piano and harmonica. She was especially fond of international politics and history, Hong Kong television and teaching the Chinese language. She also loved to keep an immaculate house, and enjoyed her weekly outings with loved ones to Little Saigon in Westminster, CA for some authentic Vietnamese cuisine. A dedicated, caring mother and grandmother, Kieu Le treasured her children and grandchildren. She cherished every moment with them, and would put them before herself. She will always be remembered for her kindness and devotion towards her loved ones. Her perseverance and strong will allowed her to live a long, fulfilling life. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the Forecourt Church of Our Heritage Forest Lawn, Covina Hills, 21300 Via Verde Drive, Covina, CA 91724. As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions may be made in the form of flowers to Forest Lawn Memorial - Parks &Mortuaries, Covina Hills. Cremation will take place at 8:30 AM on Friday, January 22, 2021 at the Rosemary Chapel of Forest Lawn, Glendale.