Long Ky Nguyen
June 16, 1966 – February 6, 2025
Obituary of Long Ky Nguyen
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Memorial Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery
Louis Nguyễn Kỳ Long, 58, completed his earthly journey at his own home in Houston, Texas on February 6, 2025. A beloved brother, uncle, and father, Lou, affectionately called Kỳ Long in the family, left many indelible impressions for his kindness, humor, and generosity.
Born on June 16, 1966, in Saigon, Vietnam, Lou grew up the third child and second son in the family, brother to four sisters and one brother: Alexandria, Richard, Elisabeth, Alix and Roberta. Lou is often remembered for hosting football games, pool parties, and cookouts for his son and the neighborhood kids.
A proud deputy with Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Lou dedicated his public service career to uphold law and order. A philosophical person, Lou’s favorite color was gray, the middle ground for all the black and white facts of life. His firmest belief was love plus peace equals happiness, and placed his devotions to country, family, and friends.
Lou’s private hobbies were poetry and martial arts. He held a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from the Ohio State University and was an amazing writer in his own right. He was a decorated champion in Tae Kwon Do. He was a two-time gold medal winner in team self-defense with his brother in a tri-national competition (Canada, United States, and Mexico). He will also be remembered for his fondness for Batman the Dark Knight, the Minnesota Vikings football team, trivial knowledge, comedies, action movies and rock music.
Lou is survived by his son, Matthew, daughter-in-law Zoe, as well as an entourage of nieces and nephews, notably Ashleigh, Austin, Maria, Thomas, Mary, Anna and Justyen among other family members in Texas, Virginia, Ohio, Florida, and California. He was preceded in death by his father Colonel Vinh Van Nguyen, Special Forces, and mother Tac Thi Vu.
A visitation for Lou will be held Friday, February 21, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 13001 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas.
Following the visitation will be a celebration of life at 3:00 PM at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 13001 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Asian American Peace Officers’ Association of Texas.
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>Long Ky Nguyen
>Weeks later, Deputy Christina Kohler, 37, who was found dead on March 13 after being declared missing for over a week, the station reported.
🕊️Heaven has gained two beautiful angels –Deputy Christina Kohler and retired Deputy Maria Vasquez.May their memory be a blessing, inspiring strength and comfort to their friends, family and coworkers during this challenging time. 🕊️
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Sheriff’s Office Mourns Deputy Christina Kohler
March 17, 2025 — The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is sad to confirm the passing of Deputy Christina Kohler, 37. Deputy Kohler’s death in the 8600 block of Almeda Genoa Road on Thursday, March 13 isbeing investigated by the Houston Police Department as an apparent suicide. An autopsy is being conducted to confirm the cause of her death. Deputy Kohler joined the Sheriff’s Office in 2018 and was most recently assigned to the courts division.
The Sheriff’s Office Behavioral Health Division is offering mental health and peer support services to Deputy Kohler’s colleagues as they grieve her tragic loss. The Sheriff’s Office is grateful for the community’s prayers and support, and we offer our deepest sympathies to Deputy Kohler’s family.
Donations to Deputy Kohler’s family may be made via the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Benevolence Association.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please call The Harris Center for Mental Health at 713-970-7000.
Mystery as TWO female cops from same police force are found dead
By SONYA GUGLIARA FOR DAILYMAIL.COM
Published: 11:51 EDT, 18 March 2025 | Updated: 08:09 EDT, 19 March 2025
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Two beloved sheriff's deputies in Texas tragically died of apparent suicides within days of each other, police have confirmed.
Harris County Deputy Sheriff Christina Kohler, 37, died on March 13 in Houston after being reported missing a day earlier.
Houston police are investigating her death as an apparent suicide and awaiting the results of an autopsy for confirmation.
Just three days later, former Harris County Deputy Sheriff Maria Vasquez, 42, also died by apparently taking her own life in Montgomery, about an hour outside of Houston.
Vasquez had left the sheriff's office in December.
No other information was immediately available.
'Heaven has gained two beautiful angels,' the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HSCO) Community Engagement Division posted on Facebook Monday featuring a photo of the two deputies.
'May their memory be a blessing, inspiring strength and comfort to their friends, family and coworkers during this challenging time.'
Kohler joined the Harris County Sheriff's Office in 2018 and most recently worked as a court bailiff. She went missing on March 12, according to a statement from the Texas Center for the Missing.
The alert emphasized that her disappearance posed 'a credible threat to her own health and safety.'
'Her name, her life, absolutely deserves to be remembered for her commitment to our profession,' HCSO Constable Mark Herman wrote in a heartfelt tribute to Kohler on Facebook.
The pair's deaths sparked discussion about those grappling with their mental health within the police force.
'Please, if you are struggling, reach out to someone, anyone. You are needed and you matter, even when you feel your lowest,' wrote HCSO Constable Sherman Eagleton.
'Our brothers and sisters in blue, take care of each other. Don't carry the burden alone, your family is here for you.'
With nearly 5,100 employees and 200 volunteers, the HCSO is the largest sheriff's office in Texas and the third-largest in the US.
The community has been mourning both losses, with many still in shock by the timing of each.
The HCSO said in a statement on Tuesday that it is 'offering mental health and peer support services to Deputy Kohler's colleagues as they grieve her tragic loss.'
Mystery as TWO female cops from same police force are found dead
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Two beloved sheriff's deputies in Texas tragically died of apparent suicides within days of each other, police have confirmed.
Harris County Deputy Sheriff Christina Kohler, 37, died on March 13 in Houston after being reported missing a day earlier.
Houston police are investigating her death as an apparent suicide and awaiting the results of an autopsy for confirmation.
Just three days later, former Harris County Deputy Sheriff Maria Vasquez, 42, also died by apparently taking her own life in Montgomery, about an hour outside of Houston.
Vasquez had left the sheriff's office in December.
No other information was immediately available.
'Heaven has gained two beautiful angels,' the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HSCO) Community Engagement Division posted on Facebook Monday featuring a photo of the two deputies.
'May their memory be a blessing, inspiring strength and comfort to their friends, family and coworkers during this challenging time.'
Harris County Deputy Sheriff Christina Kohler, 37, died on March 13
Deputy Sheriff Maria Vasquez passed away within days of Kohler's death
Texas police are investigating the tragic deaths of two beloved sheriff's deputies. Harris County Deputy Sheriff Christina Kohler, 37, died on March 13, while Deputy Sheriff Maria Vasquez passed away within days of Kohler's death
Kohler, who joined the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) in 2018, and most recently worked as a court bailiff, went missing on March 12
Kohler, who joined the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) in 2018, and most recently worked as a court bailiff, went missing on March 12
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Kohler joined the Harris County Sheriff's Office in 2018 and most recently worked as a court bailiff. She went missing on March 12, according to a statement from the Texas Center for the Missing.
The alert emphasized that her disappearance posed 'a credible threat to her own health and safety.'
'Her name, her life, absolutely deserves to be remembered for her commitment to our profession,' HCSO Constable Mark Herman wrote in a heartfelt tribute to Kohler on Facebook.
The pair's deaths sparked discussion about those grappling with their mental health within the police force.
'Please, if you are struggling, reach out to someone, anyone. You are needed and you matter, even when you feel your lowest,' wrote HCSO Constable Sherman Eagleton.
'Our brothers and sisters in blue, take care of each other. Don't carry the burden alone, your family is here for you.'
With nearly 5,100 employees and 200 volunteers, the HCSO is the largest sheriff's office in Texas and the third-largest in the US.
The community has been mourning both losses, with many still in shock by the timing of each.
The HCSO said in a statement on Tuesday that it is 'offering mental health and peer support services to Deputy Kohler's colleagues as they grieve her tragic loss.'
Kohler's death sparked a discussion about mental health awareness within the police force
Kohler's death sparked a discussion about mental health awareness within the police force
Kohler's colleagues described her as a great person to be around and a diligent police officer
Kohler's colleagues described her as a great person to be around and a diligent police officer
Kohler's loved ones will gather to celebrate her life on Wednesday for a visitation and for her funeral on Thursday.
Her friends and colleagues shared fond memories of the deputy sheriff on her memorial website.
'Christina, you were a beautiful, funny, and sweet person…You are loved by so many and I hope you knew that. I'll miss you forever my friend,' one wrote.
Others praised Kohler for being an outstanding mother.
'She was a great mom, always made sure her kids were safe, even if she would travel,' another said.
'Kohler was one of us. Funny, quick on her toes, and always willing to face a challenge head on. She will be missed,' added a third, who posted a photo of her with fellow officers.
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Tragedy at Texas sheriff’s office as four deputies die by suicide within six weeks
By stefan armitage
A Texas law enforcement community is grappling with immense grief after four deputies linked to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office died by suicide within a span of just six weeks.
The latest heartbreaking loss came with the discovery of Deputy Christina Kohler’s body on March 13.
The 37-year-old officer, who joined the Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) in 2018 and worked in the courts division, had been reported missing two weeks earlier.
Her death was confirmed to be suicide, making her the fourth deputy connected to the department to take their own life in less than two months, The Independent reports.
Three other former deputies — Maria Vasquez,William Bozeman, and Long Nguyen — also died by suicide in the same time frame.
Screenshot 2025-03-26 at 10.29.08.jpgFormer Harris County deputy Maria Vasquez. Credit: Harris County Sheriff's Office
Vasquez had left the department in December, and her death was announced just three days after Kohler’s body was found. Bozeman was found dead earlier that same week. Nguyen, 58, died on February 6, according to the medical examiner.
Screenshot 2025-03-26 at 10.28.51.jpgFormer deputy William Bozeman. Credit: Harris County Sheriff's Office
Screenshot 2025-03-26 at 10.28.55.jpgFormer deputy Long Nguyen. Credit: Harris County Sheriff's Office
“It caught a lot of us by surprise,” said Jose Lopez, president of the Harris County Deputies Organization, via The Mirror. “One is too many. Two? Three? Yes, it’s definitely devastating.”
Lopez, who personally knew some of the fallen officers, said the emotional toll on the department has been immense. “It hits very close to home and it’s a reminder to us how fragile life is, and it’s also a reminder we do need to look out for each other. We do need to take care of each other,” he said.
The tragic series of deaths has spotlighted the mental health crisis affecting law enforcement agencies nationwide.
Houston Police Officers’ Union president Douglas Griffith pointed out that suicide risk is 54 percent higher for individuals in law enforcement compared to the general population.
Dr. Thomas McNeese, director of the HCSO Behavioral Health Division, described the recent losses as a deeply painful period for the department. “These last few weeks have been difficult for our staff and the sheriff’s office as a whole,” McNeese told KHOU 11.
“This profession, unfortunately, takes a toll on people. And, over time, the longer you’re in it, the more of a toll it takes, and it changes people,” he said. “It’s a combination of what they see on the job and what the job entails.”
McNeese noted that while the average person may encounter one or two critical incidents over a lifetime, a law enforcement officer might face that level of trauma in a single shift. He hopes the recent tragedies will break down stigma surrounding mental health in the field.
“There’s still that stigma out there about asking for help,” McNeese said. “It’s okay to not be okay, but it’s not okay to not do something about it. You don’t want to stay stuck there.”
In a statement following Kohler’s death, the HCSO emphasized the availability of mental health resources for current and former deputies. But as the department mourns these four losses, many are asking whether enough is being done to support those who dedicate their lives to public service.
https://vt.co/news/us/tragedy-at-texas-sheriffs-office-as-four-deputies-die-by-suicide-within-six-weeks