Joseph Kirk Nguyen
June 6, 1967 ~ March 31, 2012
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. Interment will be follow with military honors in the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, April 9, 2012 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. with prayers recited at 7:00 PM.
Joseph Kirk Nguyen, 44, of Lusby, MD died on 31 March 2012, at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. Born on 6 June 1967, “Joe” was the youngest son of the late Chuc Nguyen and Hoa Truong. He moved to St. Mary’s County in 1978 from Battle Creek, Michigan. He graduated from Leonardtown High School in 1986. He enlisted in the U. S. Navy in 1988 and was stationed at New London Naval Submarine Support Facility in Groton, Connecticut. He met and married Pamela Higgins in December 1990, while they both were stationed in Groton, Connecticut. He served as Security Specialist at the Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division at Patuxent River, MD since 1998. An avid soccer enthusiast, Joe enjoyed playing soccer since Middle School and throughout his adult life. His life’s priorities were: God, Country, Family and Soccer. The sportsmanship and the rules of the games were his passion. He served as referee for the Calvert Soccer Association and the St. Mary’s Youth Soccer since 2005. He was a loving husband, and a devoted father to his two daughters. In addition to his wife Pamela, he is survived by his son Joseph Edward Kirk Nguyen and his daughters Sydney Renea and McKenzie “Cierra”; his sisters Julie Kirk and Mai Cook (Raymond); his brothers Hung Nguyen (Hoa) of Atlanta, GA, and Tuong Nguyen (Do) of Atlanta, GA; his nieces Andrea Kirk, Hannah Cook, Tuong Vi Nguyen and Trang Nguyen; and his nephews Khoa Nguyen, Corey Cook and Andrew Nguyen. The family will receive friends and celebrate Joe’s life on Monday, 9 April 2012, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at Mattingly-Gardiner Funeral Home in Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will be held in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 prior to going to the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD with Miltary Honors
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“To Joe’s family- I’m so very sorry. Joe was a great childhood friend of mine and my family. We spent many summers hanging out in Saint Andrews Estates. I have so many good memories of my kind and caring friend and I know if I could see him today it would seem like a day had not passed. Joe will always be a part of who I am. You were so loved and will be missed dearly.”
“It is with profound sadness that I offer my prayers and condolences to Joe’s family and colleagues. May the Lord hold you and keep you, now, and in the days to come. “
“You will be dearly missed forever Uncle Joe. I will always keep you in my prayers. You were always a great uncle and always had a great attitude and a smile on your face. “
“I am so sorry for your loss. Any loss is difficult but to lose a loved one so quickly like this is even more heartbreaking. Please surround your self with love,family, and friends and let them sustain you through the coming days. Heavenly Father, please lift up all who loved Joe and surround them with your loving peace. “
“To Joe’s family, I was deeply saddened after hearing of your loss. I will always remember how Joe made me feel welcome when I checked into Security. You are in my prayers. “
“My deepest sympathy to Joe’s family. May he rest in peace…”
“To Pam, Joseph, Sydney, Sierra, and extended family and friends — I hold each of you in prayer at this very sad and tragic time. I pray that you will find comfort and strength in the arms of our Lord. Please accept my heatfelt sympathy as you struggle with your loss. Please remember that our God loves you and “you can do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthens you.” Philippians 4:13″
“I don’t even know how to begin, to express my sadness. Joe was a co-worker and friend. I just left him a message at work on Friday expecting and return call. Needless to say, my deepest sympathy and prayers are with Pam, and children. I will miss you my friend. “
“I offer my sincerest condolences to Joe’s family. I met Joe on the soccer field many years ago. He like myself had great passion for the sport and both of us wore knee braces. He always played hard but with relish and sportsmanship. It has been a few years since I stepped back from playing but when I think back of the enjoyable pick-up games, I will always remember Joe. You will be sorely missed. God Bless. “
“To Joe’s family – my families prayers go out to your family. I played soccer with Joe on Tuesday and Thursdays and he was always a beacon of playing fun soccer. I played against him on Sundays and a few times with him when his game was over and we needed an extra player…Joe played with our team. These are hard times for you and your family…lean on Jesus and your friends and with His grace you will make it thru these times. Psalm 23 Joe was a great guy and will be missed on the Soccer Pitch. CDR Dan Seep”
“I offer my prayers to family. When I got to Pax 5 years ago, Joe was the first one I met and instantly became friends. Rest in peace my friend, your smiling face and great personality will be missed. God Bless!”
“In this time of great saddness I offer my condolences and prayers to Joe’s family. We quickly became friends in 1998 on the soccer field – one of the things he had a passion for. We coached each other’s kids and took care of each other’s family when the time arose. He was always willing to give you a helping hand if you needed it and he was a really good friend. I, my son, and wife will forever have fond memories of him. May you rest in peace Joe.”
“Julie, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Julie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. “
“Pam and family, I was saddened to the heart to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all…”
“To the family: Words cannot even begin to express my sorrow. It was a sense of loss when I heard of Joe’s death. Joe has touched so many people in his life and his loss will be felt by all. Joe will always be in our hearts and memories. May God comfort your heart as only He can. Rest in peace my friend. Rest in peace!”
“Mai,Ray&Family, I am sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. Although I did not know your brother, I can well understand the depth of your loss.Be grateful for the time and thankful for the imprint he left on your lives. My prayers & thoughts are with you at this difficult time. God Bless, Barbara “
“Julie, I am truly sorry for the loss of your brother. Having just lost a family member a couple of months ago I can understand the sadness you must be feeling. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Shawn Beavan”
“Joe’s Family, you are in our prayers. Joe was a great friend and co-worker. We will always hold Joe close to our hearts. We have wonderful memories of the good times. “
“My deepest condolences to Pamela, Joseph, Sydney and Cierra. Joe’s passion for soccer and his family made it easy to sit and talk with him for hours while he watched his kids play the sport he loved. He will be greatly missed.”
“Julie, Our deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“It is with my deepest heart that offers my prayers for all Joe’s friends and family. I meet him a few years ago when he played soccer for our VX-20 soccer team. Then later he refereed our CSA soccer games. He was a great mentor of the game and a great man. R.I.P Joe.”
“I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.”
“I was deeply saddened to hear of Joe’s loss. I offer my condolences and prayers to his family and friends. He will be missed.”
“Julie, So sorry for your families lost. Please know you are in my prayers and thoughts.”
“To the Family, A special person always leaves Footprints in your heart. No one can ever take away those special memories you have of Joe. May you find peace and love in the memories you cherish…with heartfelt sympathy.”
“Julie, I am so sorry for you and your family’s lost. Know that I will be thinking of you as I keep you and your family in my prayers. With sincere sympathy – Dinnette”
“My heartfelt sympathies go out to Joe’s family. I enjoyed spending time with Joe on and off the soccer field and as a colleague and a friend. May you rest in peace, Joe.”
“To Pam and her family–I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. Thinking and praying for you during this difficult time. If you need anything at all, please let us know. Your work family is here for you as you always are for us.”
“I didn’t know Joseph personally, but I have worked with Pam for many years and have heard wonderful things about him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May he rest in peace. “
“To their family: I was grief stricken to learn of Joe’s death, and express profound sorrow and condolences. May the peace which comes from memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. Rest in Peace!”
“To the family of Joe; It is with heartfelt sadness that I offer my condolences and prayers to you all. I had the pleasure of being a good friend with Joe in High School and then we ended up working together for a few years. He was a great friend and coworker. He will be missed by many. May he rest in peace.”
“To Joe’s family I offer my deepest sympathy and prayers. May you find comfort and peace in your memories of Joe.”
“To Joe’s family: I was so sorry to hear about your loss, I know he was a great father and will be deeply missed. Please let me know if there’s anything I can do to help.-S. Wilkinson (Sydney’s teacher). “
“To my dearly departed Uncle Joe – you will always be missed. Thank you for being in my life throughout these years. Thank you for being a selfless, caring, and awesome uncle. As we celebrate your life I am reminded of all the nice and wonderful things you did for us years ago and I will never forget that. May you rest in peace Uncle Joe. “
“Julie, I was so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family. With deepest sympathy, Nancy. “
“To the Nguyen family, please accept my most sincere condolences in this time of trial. Joe, you shall now be able to rest from all of your troubles and from all cares, and all sorrows. I’ll always remember you as a loving caring guy willing to extend a helping hand whenever possible. Be at peace. “
“To Joe’s immediate and extended family, please except my “sincerest condolences” for the loss of your loved one. Over the last several year’s, I came to know Joe through soccer at CSA. With Sydney on our team, Joe volunteered to assist with coaching for several seasons. Perhaps one of the biggest ways a father can show the love for their family is for him to instill something they were passionate about in life to his family. Joe did this through soccer, and I was fortunate to have witnessed his dedication to his family. Joe will be missed, but always remembered. Dave Larsen “
“Pam, it has been many years since we worked together at SMNC. Our kids were much smaller and in some ways life seemed a little simpler. I was so very sorry to hear of your families loss. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. If I can be of any help for you please call me. May God bless and keep you close as he carries you through this difficult time.”
“Dear daddy, I love you so much and forever you will always be loved! At the funeral your best friend from ages ago was there! It was Eric. He told us about the times y’all had when y’all were 8years old and how y’all met? And there was so many people were at the funeral,,and that proved everyone loved you! And remember you will always be loved and missed! ~Sydney~ aka ni-ni P.s I will always be your little girl and I will always miss you!”
“”To Pam and the family- It is with deep sincerity that heartfelt condolences are sent your way. Know that the same GOD which blessed you with the presence of your loved one..IS the same who will grant you the peace that surpasses all understanding to comfort you during this difficult season. Know that prayers shall continually go forth on your behalf, as we pray your strength. Peace Be With You, ALWAYS! “
“It is with heartfelt sadness that I offer my deepest sympathy. I new Joe from high school and we friends. He will be missed so very much. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.”