Pat Chanthongphio of Opelika, passed away surrounded by love on May 2, 2023, at 59 years old. She was born in Vientiane, Laos, in 1964 and immigrated to the United States in 1980.
Pat was well loved by her family and friends. She was known by all to be a prolific cook, a reliable and strong friend, and had a long and successful career as a welder. She was a valued member of the Lao Women’s Association and her children were proud to call her Mom. Pat doted on her grandchildren and was proud to be called their Grandma. She will be fondly remembered and always missed.
Pat is survived by her husband, Souvanh Chanthongphio; two children, Bobby (Whitney) Chanthongphio and Zack (Tiffany) Chanthongphio; Five grandchildren, Beckham Chanthongphio, Rivers Morgan-Chanthongphio, Nicholas Chanthongphio, Lucian Morgan-Chanthongphio, and Iverson Chanthongphio.
A Celebration of Life service was held Saturday, May 6, at at Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home in Opelika.