Events
Buddhist Chanting & Incense Offering
Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E Dimple Dell Road, Sandy, UT 84092Sunday Apr 20, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Incense Offering
Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E Dimple Dell Road, Sandy, UT 84092Monday Apr 21, 2025 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Buddhist Service
Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E Dimple Dell Road, Sandy, UT 84092Monday Apr 21, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Interment
Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E Dimple Dell Road, Sandy, UT 84092Monday Apr 21, 2025 12:30 PM
Listen to Obituary
In Loving Memory of Trần Thị Thanh Vân – pháp danh Ngọc Thanh
(1932-2025)
A Life of Mindfulness, Compassion, and Peace
On April 13, 2025 (âm lịch 16March2025) – Trần Thị Thanh Vân – pháp danh Ngọc Thanh, took her final breath with grace and awareness that guided her life. She transitioned peacefully at home, surrounded by chanting, incense, and the gentle hands of those she loved.
Our cherished mother and grandmother was born in Quy Nhơn, Vietnam, and she was the youngest of 7 children. She spent her adult life serving her community as a nurse/midwife. With the political turmoil in Vietnam, she courageously left her home country by boat with her 5 young children in search for a more peaceful and free life. Her quiet strength and soft smile, inspired us all to live each moment fully and to embrace both joy and sorrow whole heartedly. She is survived by her 5 children and 15 grandchildren.
In her final days, Thanh Vân’s life journey is a gentle reminder that this body may die, but our spirit lives on forever:
This body is not me.
I am not limited by this body.
I am life without boundaries.
I have never been born,
And I have never died.
-Thich Nhat Hanh
A memorial service and incense offering will be held at the Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E Dimple Dell Road (10600 S), Sandy, UT. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice.
Incense offering (viewing): Sunday, April 20, 6:00-7:00 PM & Monday, April 21, 9:00-11:00 AM
Buddhist chanting (service): Sunday, April 20, 5:00-6:00 PM & Monday, April 21, 11:00-12:00 PM
Burial ceremony: Monday, April 21, 12:00-1:00 PM
May she and all sentient being be free from suffering.
May she and all sentient being awaken to our true nature.
Nam Mô A Di Đà Phật
Guestbook/Condolences
Even though I did not know Trần Thị Thanh Vân personally, her influence is clear through the presence of a great uncle and family. She has done a great job of raising her family and lived a fulfilled life.
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time, Tuyển. I still remember Bác from when a group of us visited your house during our time at the U. Though petite, her strength was undeniable—I could always see it in her presence.
Our condolences to sons and daughters and families members.and the love ones.our prayers with you that GOD geve you peace in your hearts.