Soun Sam Ketmany Obituary (1955 - 2009)

“The Peacemaker” Born in Laos on May 1st 1955 to Thun and Tongsy Ketmany. Sam immigrated to America from Thailand in 1980. Survived by his two brothers Young and Suoi. Wonderful father to 3 children; Somsri (Michael) Miyake, Lori (Brad) Taylor and Barry Ketmany. Loving grandfather to 3 adorable grandchildren; Chandler 7 Yrs old, Kylee 2 Yrs old, and Kaiden 1 Yrs old. Worked for Marriot Hotel 1982-1989 and at Easton 1989-2008. Sam loved to fish, travel, watch movies and gamble. He loved to take his Son to Willard Bay and Strawberry Lake to fish. He often traveled to Laos to take care of his immediate family. He enjoyed frequent trips to Wendover and Las Vegas to gamble. Not only did he enjoy gambling, but he also loved the buffets. Sam touched the lives of many people. He put a smile on the face of everyone he met. You would never forget him because he had that sparkle in his eye, and a smile that electrified you. He had many ties with the Laos community, and was always willing to help anyone in need. He was never too quick to judge, only saw the good things in people. He has gone through so much in life, but always had a loving and caring spirit. Nothing ever got him down, he always said “It never hurts to try, if it doesn’t work, then you just move on to the next thing.” Dad you are in heaven now. We appreciate everything that you have done for us in this world. You have worked so hard, and we are proud of what you became. We won’t wake you up anymore because we know you are dreaming of your parents, brothers, kids, grandkids, and all of your friends. You are now in a place where everyone you know never leaves you. We miss you so very much and are happy that you’re in a place that makes you smile. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2009, from 2-7 pm at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway (10600 So.), where a viewing will be held for family and friends on Friday, from 4-6 pm.