Obituary of Chou Huy

 Chou Huy, 76, of Fairfield, Connecticut, passed away on May 29, 2026. Born on January 1 in Kompong Speu, Cambodia,
Chou lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, generosity, humor, and resilience. She was a beloved mother, sister, aunt,
and grandmother whose presence touched many lives. A survivor of the Cambodian Killing Fields, Chou endured
unimaginable hardship, including the loss of three children. She attempted to escape the Khmer Rouge 24 times and was
captured each time. On her 25th attempt, she successfully reached a refugee camp at the Thai border. She often said it was a
miracle that she survived. At the camp with her son seriously ill, she fought relentlessly to get him the medical care he
desperately needed. After already suffering the loss of three children, she was determined that her infant son would survive.
Her strength, courage, and fierce love as a mother carried them both through one of the most difficult moments of their lives.
Chou immigrated to the United States in 1979. She worked long hours, including overtime and weekends, to sponsor her
mother, Heang Taing; her youngest brother; his wife; her niece; and her orphaned nephew so they could leave war-torn
Cambodia and build a new life in America. She continued supporting relatives who remained in Cambodia by sending money
whenever she could. Later, she welcomed two more daughters and was blessed with children in the same birth order as the
sons and daughters she had previously lost. Chou spent her career as an assembler at Medtronic, formerly U.S. Surgical,
where she worked from 1981 until her retirement in 2018 and formed many lasting friendships. Beyond her work, Chou
cherished time with her six grandchildren: Anderson, Audrianna, Benjamin, Camila, Charlotte, and Kaylee. She enjoyed
sewing, cooking, gardening, and tending to her lemongrass and kaffir lime tree. She also adored her Yorkie-Poodle mix,
Stitch. Chou treasured the freedom to travel and especially enjoyed visiting warm destinations such as Cambodia and Florida
with family and friends. She loved exploring Asian markets and Chinatowns in search of unique foods, fruits, and cultural
experiences. Flushing, Queens; Manhattan’s Chinatown; and Lowell, Massachusetts, were among her favorite places to visit.
Chou is survived by her husband, Sarun Luong; her son, Mony Luong, and daughter-in-law, Mouyly Chhea; her eldest
daughter, Julie Poon, and son-in-law, Andrew Poon; and her youngest daughter, Amara Luong (Angel Muniz). She is also
survived by her six grandchildren: Anderson Poon, Audriana Muniz, Benjamin Poon, Camila Muniz, Charlotte Poon, and
Kaylee Luong. Her surviving siblings include Luong Ty; Paul Kong and his wife, Amie Kong; Huor Taing and his wife,
Sophanith Sar; and her sister, Sieng Taing. She is further survived by her nieces and nephews: Huy Eng Taing, Kaien Taing,
Ly Taing, Nary Pen, Nareth Pen, Chayy Pen, Vimean Pen, Molly Kong-Jarvis, Monica Kong, Lakana Kong, Tina Taing,
Thomas Taing, Chay Seng, and Meh Seng. She was preceded in death by her mother, Heang Taing, and her father, Chea
Taing. Those who knew Chou will remember her strong belief in the value of education. Because she never had the
opportunity to pursue her own education, she encouraged her children and others to seek higher learning, believing it opened
doors to greater opportunity and freedom. She proudly supported her children through higher education, including bachelor’s,
master’s, and doctoral degrees. Despite enduring tremendous loss, Chou rebuilt her life in America and dedicated herself to
helping others along the way. Visitation will take place on June 6, 2026, from 8:00-10:00 a.m. at Lesko Funeral Home, 1209
Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824. Interment will follow at Lawncroft Cemetery in Fairfield. Chou Huy will be deeply missed
and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and staff of Bridgeport Hospital for their
exceptional care, compassion, and kindness during Chou’s final days. Their support and dedication brought comfort to both
Chou and her loved ones during a difficult time.
For directions or to leave an online condolence, please visit LeskoFuneralHome.com.