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for Mongkol Tungmala
Justin Spencer
February 11, 2009
Dear Tungmala Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Mongkol was a great man. His influence on education will never be forgotten. Mongkol made such a difference in my life as a teacher. I have appreciated his guidence as an instructor, mentor and colleague. I owe much of my teaching ability to him. We as educators who learned from Mongkol will do our best to continue the impact that he had in our communities.
My prayers are with you.
Blake Davis
February 10, 2009
Dear Tungmala Family
I am so sorry to hear of Mongkol's passing. I wish there was a way to express in words the impact that he had on my life. I will always consider him one of my closest friends. I worked with Mongkol on his ESL website project a lot during the first few years after I returned home from a mission to Thailand. The first thing that impressed me about him was that even though he was a well respected professor, he always treated me like a close friend, rather than a student or employee. He was always so giving and generous. He seemed genuinely concerned about me and my welfare more than his own. He was truly a man who loved life and all it had to offer. He was such a good example to me, and I will forever be grateful for the countless things he taught me. He was the perfect example of living life to its fullest and always looking for ways to improve himself and serve others. Knowing Mongkol, I'm sure he is finding ways to stay busy on the other side doing Heavenly Father's Work. I can't imagine him spending much time at all relaxing when he knows there is work to be done. Looking back on my life, I can honestly say that Mongkol was one of the most Christ-like people I have ever met. I, like so many others, will greatly miss him and am honored to have had the privilege of knowing him in this life.
With love
Linda C Hoffman
February 8, 2009
Dear Tungmala Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Mongkol's death. I became worried when he didn't respond to my Christmas e-mail and found the obituary. He was an exceptional teacher and mentor. I think of the things he taught me, the papers we published, and the work that we did together in the ESL Endorsement program on a daily basis. He was generous to a fault with his knowledge and never hesitated to reach out to a seeking mind. I wish I could have told you this in person and that I might have conveyed in some way the deep respect and friendship that he inspired in myself and others. May you be blessed with peace and hope as you look forward to your time of reunion.
Sincerely,
Linda
February 6, 2009
Dear Tungmala family,
I am so very sorry for your loss! I only became aware recently from a collegue that he was ill. He was my mentor for my ESL minor at Weber State University, however I knew him for many years before working in this field. He was the ideal teacher in this field given his background as an ELL student. I hope your family will get through this by remembering the amazing person he was! I am grateful for his contributions to this field. Take care,
Linda Ocana, Davis School District
Neal, Chris, & Mindie Clark
January 26, 2009
Dear Tungmala Family,
We hope you will all be blessed with wonderful memories. We enjoyed watching Mongkol create beautiful paper flowers for Trisha during Sacrament Meeting. His courage inspired us. We miss you all, dear friends.
ROSA ELENA PAVEZ CAAMAÑO
January 26, 2009
MIS CONDOLENCIAS PARA TODA LA FAMILIA TUNGMALA VARGAS.
QUERIDA Y RECORDADA AMIGA NANCY, LAMENTE MUCHO LA NOTICIA DESDE QUE SUPE QUE MONGKOL ESTABA LUCHANDO POR SU VIDA, PERO TAMBIEN SE QUE DIOS ESTA CON TODA TU FAMILIA, Y TUS MARAVILLOSOS HIJOS, LES DARA FUERZAS PARA SEGUIR ADELANTE Y ADEMAS TAN ORGULLOSOS DE TODO LO QUE PERSONALMENTE LOGRO, Y RECONOCIDO POR TODAS PARTES POR SU ESPIRITUALIDAD Y ENTREGA EN TODO, AMIGA MIA DESDE STGO DE CHILE TU AMIGA QUE SIEMPRE SE ACUERDA DE TI UN ABRAZO Y FUERZA.
ROSA PAVEZ CAAMAÑO
STGO DE CHILE.
Stuart G.R. Warner W.
January 23, 2009
How special it is to meet someone who left such a favorable impression on us that we never forgot his name or the positive impressions he left ... such a person is Mongkol Tungmala. Because of him, we are better individuals for he brought out the good in each of us. He epitomizes service and I will miss him.
Heinz J Mahler
January 23, 2009
Dear Tungmala family,
Mongkol was the first Thai I ever met, in the LTM in Hawaii. Because of him, I learned to love the Thai people before I even got to Thailand. Mongkol was a great soul and will be missed. He was a great influence on me and many others.
With love and condolences,
Amy Thomas King
January 22, 2009
Dear Tungmala family:
I am so sad to hear of Br. Mongkhon's passing. What a great man. He was my Thai teacher at BYU over 20 years ago. He was a great teacher. He taught me to read Thai since I hadn't had the opportunity to learn while on my mission to Thailand. He was so kind and patient. I was able to pass all the tests necessary to get all the credit I needed. There was a peaceful spirit about him. I will never forget him. Please know that I will put your family in my prayers. He really made a difference in my life.
Reed Haslam
January 22, 2009
To Mongkol's Family:
Mongkol was a person I will never forget. He was one of my Thai Instructors in Hawaii and it was my privledge to be his companion for one special week.
Mongkol accomplished a great deal because he was always so focused on what he was doing. He was a great teacher, leader and missionary.
One evening at the LTM Mongkol told me that I might not be going to Thailand since I could not speak the tones of the Thai language. With the Lord's help and that of the instructors in Hawaii, my tones finally started to improve and I was able to go on to serve in Thailand.
One day in Chiang Mai (not far from Mongkol's birthplace in Lumphoon) while walking down the side walk, Mongkol grabbed me by the arm and pulled me into a shop. "Mongkol", I asked, "what is it that we need to purchase here"? He replied, "We don't need anything. I saw my cousin approaching down the sidewalk and I don't want to speak with her today".
I had hoped to finish my mission serving with Mongkol, but was reassigned to Bangkok to work with Sister Srilaksana (which also turned out to be a marvelous experience).
May the Lord bless and keep you.
Ann Andrus
January 21, 2009
Nancy and family,
I love you all. My family loves you. Mongkol is a great loss for us. We love him so much and loved having him in our lives. Such a sweet kind man. I loved to hear him talk english or thai (it didn't matter). I loved to eat his food (I am sure I can thank you Nancy for some of that). I will miss him and I will miss teasing him about his sticky rice. May our Father in Heaven watch over him for you.
With love, Ann
Lee and Arlene Fry
January 21, 2009
Dear Tungmala family,
Even though we don't know you as personally as we would like we understand your feelings at this time. We express our condolences to your family. When we served a couple mission to Thailand we met Mongkol's brother and wife in Chiang Rai. They became good friends and did so much for us. We also met Mongkol and you at the Salt Lake Temple when Matt and Cheryl were married. Mongkol came from a very good family. He was obviously a very good and wonderful man and influenced so many people. Thankfully the knowledge we have of the Plan of Happiness helps us carry on in these times of sorrow.
We pray for the Lord's blessings to be with your family.
Sincerely,
Bryan and Heidi Leggat
January 20, 2009
Heidi and I had the opportunity to work for Monkol through Jordan District's adult ESL program for several years each. We admired him for his educational knowledge and his deep desire to help those in the community learn English. We knew him as not only our boss, but our friend. He will truely be missed. We feel fortunate to have been able to learn from such a special person.
Bryan Hunsaker
January 20, 2009
Dear Tungmala Family,
I count it a great privilege to have been one of Elder Mongkol's many students. As my MTC language teacher, he inspired me with his tireless work ethic and many acts of kindness to all he knew. I can only wish to emulate his standard of goodness and service to others.
My you all be comforted at this difficult time.
Love,
Bryan Hunsaker
New Lenox, IL
john Taylor
January 20, 2009
Mongkol saved my life with his kindness, knowledge and hard work. When I became his supervisor, he had his work cut out for him. He taught me so much about Adult ESL and the wonderful opportunities Jordan School District could provide for these adults. My decision to just say "go for it" was one of the best decisions in my career. He is a Giant of a man with a huge heart and a work ethic beyond most. I am saddened by his passing. I still want him to know that I still think of him everytime I go to Holiday Oaks. I tried several times to buy his 10 acres but he said no each time and then he would ask me for more funds to help the ESL program and I would say yes. He had his ways to get the most for "his people".
God bless your family.
John Taylor
Sandra Grant
January 20, 2009
To the Tungmala Family-- I was so sorry to hear of his passing. I had worked with him often in helping ESL teachers improve their classrooms. The information that he allowed us to distribrute state-wide for adult ESL was wonderful. His quiet devotion to helping others will be his legacy. He will be missed.
Rick DeMass
January 20, 2009
Dear Tungmala Family,
It was 32 years ago that I met Mongkol for the very first time. He always had such an insatiable thirst for knowledge and this was always inspiring. I will never forget his kindness, patience, and unassuming manner. He will be missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing him. May the Lord comfort your family during this difficult time.
Cindy Krueger
January 20, 2009
Tungmala Family,
We had the honor of working with Mongkol in our adult education program in Jordan School District. He touched and helped so many of our adult ESL students. Thank you Mongkol for your many years of service and friendship. You will be missed.
Love Cindy
Dr. Jan W. Clemmer
January 20, 2009
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Nancy and Family--
My professional association with Mongkol stretches back many years. He was a good soul with a positive outlook on life, even when things could be difficult. He used his faith, intellect, patience, talent, and hope to the best advantage to bless the lives of many in the educational field. He was a wonderful educator and administrator.
Thank you for sharing him with so many of us.
Regards,
Dr. Jan Clemmer
BYU-Provo Teacher Education (retired)/Former SLC School Board of Education Member
sue lopez
January 20, 2009
Dear Tungmala Family,
I don't know you, but wanted to leave my condolences and remark. When I randomly read the obituary this morning of this man, I felt touched to leave a message in the guest book. As I read about him, I could "feel" of his tremendous spirit and the way he touched many lives. I read of the important things in his life, the things that have significance, value, importance, primary his family and the gospel of Jesus Christ. There are so many meaningless, empty obituaries, or at least in the eternal aspect of things. In your loved ones face, I saw how he radiated peaceful goodness and happiness. Although I never knew him, I want you to know that he touched my life today, and I am sure he continues to touch lives, and know many thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time, and one day, one future day, in the eternities... we will all meet. I am so sorry for your loss, and pray the love of your family and friends will sustain you, and the strength and gospel knowledge you have will support you all.Sincerely, Sue Lopez
Melvin Luthy
January 20, 2009
I send my condolences to Mongkol's family. I feel a personal loss because I have good memories of him in my linguistic classes at BYU. He was an excellent student and a wonderful person. I have great respect for him. I wish all his family well and am sure that one day they will be together again.
Sauan Sukkhan
January 20, 2009
To Nancy and the children: May the Lord’s comfort, love and peace be with you during this difficult time. May He bless you with hope and faith that one day you will be together once again as a family.
To Mongkol, my dear friend and brother: Thank you for the wonderful times we had together as roommates for several years at BYU. Thank you for the good times you and I, along with Gene Platt, Cliff Martell, Naiyana and others, shared in teaching the missionaries at the LTM in Hawaii and the MTC in Provo for years. Thank you for the fond memory of those fishing and camping trips. Most importantly, thank you for your love of the Lord and testimony of His gospel. I will miss you dearly, brother. Goodbye for now but we shall meet again.
Mongkol and P-Maad at the Missionary Reunion, April, 2008
Sue Klemm
January 20, 2009
A giant among men, that is what I thought of you, Mongkol, my dear friend. You never had any ill feelings toward anyone. Your love of God, family, and friends are genuine. I am honored to have known you and be counted as one of your friends. I love you and will always miss you.
P-Maad.
Sheryl DeGering
January 20, 2009
To the Tungmala family,
We are heartbroken at the passing of Monkol. His gentle influence in our lives, which began over 30 years ago is a gift. He is remembered with love and fondness by our family. Not only did he share his cooking, teaching, and construction skills with us, he reminded us often of what was always most important . . . family.
To Monkol: Thank you for guiding Elder DeGering through the maze of Thai tones and odd scribblings! Thank you for teaching Sheryl with such patience about the need for ESL accomodations in a regular ed classroom. Thank you for your steadfast example of what a true disciple of Christ is. You are not far from us, though we will miss you, we wish you well in your next great adventure!
Jim and Sheryl DeGering and Family
Unruan Sasithorn
January 20, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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