Manisay Lo
October 31, 2009
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In loving memory of Manisay Lo, 39, whom died October 31, 2009, at Mercy Medical Center.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. at Hamilton's near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa. A visitation will occur Thursday, November 5, 2009, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Hamilton's on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Lonnie Appleby
11/29/2009
I just heard the news this past Thursday...I am so sorry for the loss to the Lo family, to the WF family and most importantly to the WORLD family. I worked with Manisay 10 years ago for 2 years, and Manisay was the kind of person wbo if we all struggled each day to be a bit more like she was, the world would be a better place each day than it wad the day before. She loved people...she loved life, and we all loved her. You are sp missed, Manisay!
phitsamay sayavong
11/10/2009
when I heard about my friend Manisay my heart just stop. I know her since I was 9yrs old we were best friend. she was a good person and alway loving and careing about other people. I miss her a lots I wish I have see her before she leave, but she alway will be in my heart always. my heart go out to her family and especially her kids. I will Pray for all your family.
love your friend
phitsamay thoi sayavong
Anna Burham
11/05/2009
To the loved ones of Manisay Lo,
I wanted to share my condolenses with you. I was deeply saddened when I heard that Manisay was ill and then her passing.
I worked with Manisay for almost nine years every day. She was a very special woman and I am sure that the suffering you are going through is much more than mine. While I feel significant grief over the loss of Manisay I want you to know that what you read from the Hamilton's website is true. I believe the consistency of the statements on here speaks volumes for how she really was as a human being. She was very kind.
We all loved her personality and she helped me so much when I first came to Wells Fargo.
The Buddhist mantra Om Mani Padme Hum is roughly translated into "The Jewel of the Lotus". I find it very appropriate that the word "Mani" in the mantra means Jewel. Many of us called Manisay "Mani" and she truly was a jewel not only with her personality and her wanting to help others be successful in their careers but she wanted people to succeed to have happier lives. She did so much to make the work place a positive environment for everyone.
She truly was the Jewel of the Lotus with her wanting to share her knowledge and sharing her compassion through understanding each individuals needs in our work place.
We must all think about how fortunate we all were to have Manisay in our lives. I know that my life would not be the same if I had not known her. She lives on through each of us that she touched with her humor, light, spirit and compassion.
I do wish you ease of pain in this time of grief and know that she will always be with us. To her children, she loved you so much and she was so proud of you. Continue to make her proud and know that she loved you with all of her heart and still does and always will.
Susan Cantrill
11/05/2009
Khamsouk, Judy, Vinson, Maleena and Peter, the Lo Family and Sisamouth Family:
I first became acquainted with Manisay several years ago when she joined the WFHM group. She had such a magnificent personality and contagious smile. We became very close over the years, always laughing and smiling about life and the extraordinary sometimes monotonous changes in our lives. Manisay has such a love for her family and her native home in Laos. She would explain the Lao culture telling me stories about her family life, she was so very proud of all of you. She taught me so much about her family customs and traditions and invited me to participate in her life by attending family weddings, dinners and the Baci ceremony. Although her journey through life ended way too soon she will always be remembered for her kind gentle spirit, her outgoing personality, and love of family and friends. Manisay was a true friend, even though we were not related, she was like a sister to me, always there never judging, just being supportive. Manisay was a very unique special person; she is a shinning star that will forever shine in my heart.
If I had a flower for all the times she made me laugh, I would have a garden to walk in forever. Only time moves on to the next scene. Memory remains part of the heart forever. I will miss Manisay tremendously.
Please accept my condolences for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless all of you, kobj-chai . . .
LaVerta Ashley
11/05/2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have had the opportunity to get to know and work with Manisay, and she was a wonderful, uplifting, and knowledgeable person to know and be around. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dawn Campbell
11/05/2009
Manisay will be missed by all who had the opportunity to know her. She was such a gracious and caring person; always willing to do extra to assist those in need. Everyone will miss Manisays smile, laughter and charm. To the Lo and Sisamouth families, please know that you are in many of our thoughts and prayers.
Inthirith Baphrachanh
11/04/2009
The BAPHRACHANH's Family
I remember when I was about 10 years old. I had met my cousins for the first time. My father (Khamphio Baphrachanh) had just moved us from Arizona. Manisay, Maniseng, Manisy, Manisouk, and of course Banana. They were all helping us in our new apartment.
After my fathers funeral in 200, I spent the night at Manisay's house because I felt comfort and I had only met her twice. I wish I had the opportunity to know her better, in a way I did.
You don't have to spend a lifetime getting to know someone; the first impression is the lasting impression.
She was a wonderful person, as young as I could remember; she was always doing things for others. And thats how I know my cousin Manisay Sisamouth.
Its been 25 years, since I had any real connection with Manisay. I still feel like I have loss my father again, but only this time I don't know where I would go to spend the night.
I love you Manisay and your Family. I never got a chance to tell you but I will let your parents, and your siblings have more access to me, if they choose to.
Please don't be sad, you have nothing to worry, I know my father is there with you, guiding you every step of the way. Its like old times, when you were helping us moved in 1984.
We all will reunite someday, if we dont have time now, time will be taken away from us.
Your Loving Cousin
Inthirith Baphrachanh
Inthirith Baphrachanh
11/04/2009
I remember when I was about 10 years old. I had met my cousins for the first time. My father (Khamphio Baphrachanh) had just moved us from Arizona. Manisay, Maniseng, Manisy, Manisouk, and of course Banana. They were all helping us in our new apartment.
After my fathers funeral in 200, I spent the night at Manisay's house because I felt comfort and I have only met her twice. I wish I had the opportunity to know her better, in a way I did.
You don't have to spend a lifetime getting to know someone; the first impression is the lasting impression.
She was a wonderful person, as young as I could remember; she was always doing things for others. And thats how I know my cousin Manisay Sisamouth.
Its been 25 years, since I had any real connection with Manisay. I still feel like I have loss my father again, but only this time I don't know where I would go to spend the night.
I love you Manisay and your Family. I never got a chance to tell you but I will let your parents, and your siblings have more access to me, if they choose to.
Please don't be sad, you have nothing to worry, I know my father is there with you, guiding you every step of the way. Its like old times, when you were helping us moved in 1984.
We all will reunite someday, if we dont have time now, time will be taken away from us.
Your Loving Cousin
Inthirith Baphrachanh
Ade Rosya
11/04/2009
Khamsouk & Family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Manisay was a great person with a big heart. I have gotten to know her while volunteering the IA Asian Festival and worked with her at WFHM in the past year.
I remember when she used to always delivered her delicious eggrolls to my desk on Friday mornings. She always told me "I'm here to help you eat a healthy breakfast"...made me smile everytime!! Silly little things that I will always remember about her, like letting me borrow lunch money when I really needed it and forgot to pay her until a week or a month later... She'd always threatened to charge a high interest if I don't pay by the due date. I really miss her!!
I am deeply sorry and still shocked to hear this tragic news and I wish the best to you and family. My prayers are with you and your family during this time.
RIP MANISAY... We'll MISS YOU and LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!
JANET WILLIAMSON
11/04/2009
I have known her for some time working with her. My prayers are with you may you find comfort in the Lord and he would wrap his arms around you in this time of loss. She was alway smiling and happy. She will be missed. I will always remember her laughter.
Nichole Redd
11/03/2009
Sorry for your loss. Manisay was a wonderful human being who also happened to make the best egg rolls in town =)
I will keep your family in my prayers and please let me know if I can be of service.
Stacie Bates
11/04/2009
I received the bad news last night and am at a loss for words. I am stunned that this happened to such a wonderful, happy spirit and Manisay will absolutely be missed. I cant stop remembering her smiling face, always such a positive soul. It just makes my heart ache. I think she had one of the biggest smiles I've known. My heart goes out to her family and you are in my thoughts and prayers. This is a true loss to those of us blessed to have known her. God bless.
Phouthasack Keopraseuth
11/03/2009
I'm really sorry to hear that she has passed away at such a young age. I remember while growing up, she and all of her kids, would come over to my house to visit my mother and they would talk and talk for hours on end. Always, I have looked at Manisay as a close friend to my family. I am grateful for what she has done for my family and for her outstanding help to all the Asian communities in Des Moines. Thank you so much, Manisay. You will be missed.
Becky Rolfes
11/03/2009
Manisay was such special person to be around! For those of us who worked with her each day, she was a happy blessing. Even though I am sad at her passing, I cannot help but smile when I think of her. She was the light hearted and teaser of our team. She always had a hug for me whether in fun or in comfort. I will truely miss her, but I'm thankful that she was a part of my life... if only for a short while.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, in hopes that your memories of Mani will make you smile too.
Somphit Kham & John Dye
11/03/2009
We send our loving thoughts to the whole family. It is very hurtful to have someone so special removed from your lives so suddenly - we are sadden that you are going through this. We hope you find solace in the loving and happy memories of Manisay, and comfort knowing that she is at peace.
Much love,
Somphit Kham & John Dye