My name is Tai, and I’m 20 years old. I’m writing this with a heart weighed down by grief and disbelief as I share the heartbreaking news of the loss of my older sister, Van Anh Nguyen—known to so many of you as Amy.
Van Anh “Amy” Nguyen Obituary news
Amy was just 22 years old. She was full of life, bursting with energy, and filled with dreams for the future. She was my sister, my role model, my friend—and now she will forever remain 22.
We lost Amy suddenly and tragically in New Mexico. The circumstances surrounding her passing are still unclear, and our family is struggling to make sense of it all.
The shock of her loss has left us not only heartbroken and confused but also overwhelmed by a pain that words cannot fully describe. Amy’s death was entirely unexpected and has left a deep and permanent void in all of our lives.
Amy was a beautiful soul in every sense. She was compassionate, creative, thoughtful, and always made time for those around her. Whether she was offering a shoulder to cry on, cracking a joke to lighten the mood, or simply being present, Amy brought light wherever she went.
She made everyone feel seen, heard, and valued. Her warmth radiated in everything she did—in her laughter, her friendships, her dreams, and in the love she gave to our family. As we mourn the loss of someone so young and vibrant, we are also facing many unexpected and urgent financial burdens.
These include costs related to determining the cause of Amy’s passing, legal assistance, transporting her remains back to us, and the expenses involved in planning her funeral and memorial services.
These are not things any family is ever prepared for—emotionally or financially. The weight of it all is more than we can carry on our own. We want to give Amy the beautiful, peaceful farewell she deserves.
We want to celebrate her life the way she lived it—with love, with dignity, and with the community that meant so much to her. But we need help to make that possible. That’s why I’m reaching out now, on behalf of my family, to ask for your support.
If you’re able, any donation—no matter how small—will go directly toward helping us through this incredibly painful and difficult time. Every contribution will help lift the burden, allowing us to focus on grieving and honoring Amy’s memory properly. Your generosity will mean more than we can ever express.
And if you’re not in a position to give financially, please know that your support still means the world to us. Sharing our story, holding our family in your prayers, sending a message of love—these things are equally powerful and appreciated. The kindness and compassion we’ve already received from friends, neighbors, and strangers have helped remind us that we’re not alone.
