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But T Nguyen

Aug 24, 1924 — Aug 20, 2026

Sioux City, Iowa

But T Nguyen

But Thi Nguyen

But Thi Nguyen, 101, passed away at her residence on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 1:25 p.m.

Life and Faith

She was born on August 24, 1924, in Hai Duong Nam Sach, Vietnam, to Dong Thi Rau and Nguyen Van Thiep. In 1992, she came to the United States, where she later became a U.S. citizen on September 12, 2011. She was a devoted member of the Buddhist Temple.

Preceded in Death

She was preceded in death by her husband, Nguyen Van Mo, on March 31, 2001.

Surviving Family

She is survived by her sons and daughters and their spouses:

  • Nguyen Van Muu and Pham Thi Vy
  • Nguyen Thi Linh and Nguyen Huy Tap
  • Nguyen Thi Lac and Tran Quan
  • Nguyen Van Lang and Nguyen Xuan
  • Nguyen Thi Lieu and Nguyen Van Thao
  • Nguyen Hong Luong
  • Nguyen Van Luan and Nguyen Ky
  • Nguyen Thi Tuyet Hong and Herrig John
  • Nguyen Thi Anh Loan and Tran Thiep
  • Nguyen Thi Ty
  • Nguyen Thi Kelly
  • Nguyen Quy Long and Pham Thi Mong
  • Nguyen Van Bong and Ha Thi Hong
  • Nguyen Van Lien and Nguyen Patty
  • Nguyen Van Lan and Nguyen Jamie
  • Nguyen Thi Le and Ly Nghia
  • Nguyen Thien Lich and Vo Thu
  • Nguyen Thi Minh Nguyet
  • Nguyen Van Luu and Cao Dung
  • Nguyen Van Loc and Pham Thi Diem
  • Nguyen Van Loi and Tuyet Huynh
  • Nguyen Hoa Hiep and Ha Thu Ha


She is also survived by 60 grandchildren, 70 great-grandchildren, and 14 great-great-grandchildren.

First visitation will be held on Sunday, August 23, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Christy-Smith Funeral Home, Larkin Chapel. Second visitation will be held on Monday, August 24, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Christy-Smith Funeral Home, Larkin Chapel. Third visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM with Funeral Service starting at 9:00 AM. Burial will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery following the funeral service.

Arrangements are under the direction of Christy-Smith Funeral Home, Larkin Chapel.

To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit our flower store.

Past Services

1st Visitation

Sunday, August 23, 2026

10:00 am - 6:00 pm (Central time)

Christy-Smith Funeral Homes - Larkin Chapel

2320 Outer Drive North, Sioux City, IA 51104

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2nd Visitation

Monday, August 24, 2026

10:00 am - 6:00 pm (Central time)

Christy-Smith Funeral Homes - Larkin Chapel

2320 Outer Drive North, Sioux City, IA 51104

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3rd Visitation

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

7:00 - 10:00 am (Central time)

Christy-Smith Funeral Homes - Larkin Chapel

2320 Outer Dr N, Sioux City, IA 51104

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Funeral Service

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

9:00 - 10:30 am (Central time)

Christy-Smith Funeral Homes - Larkin Chapel

2320 Outer Dr N, Sioux City, IA 51104

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Burial

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

10:30 - 11:30 am (Central time)

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