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Binh Van Dien, 78

February 18, 2019

Binh Van Dien, 78, of Lancaster, PA, passed on Monday, February 18, 2019. Born on August 26, 1940, in Saigon, Vietnam, Binh was the son of the late Quy Dien and Nhan N. Tran. He married his beloved wife Kim Dien in 1977, and they immigrated to the United States in 1979 after the Vietnam War. They spent a year in a refugee camp in Indonesia before being sponsored to the United States by St. Paul Lutheran Church of Newport, PA.
Together they raised their only son, Paul Dien. Paul remembers his dad for his cleverness and for his love of the supermarket, Giant.
He is survived by his younger brother, Quan Dien, husband of, Dau T. Nguyen and their son Chris Dien, and his younger sister, Muoi T. Hen. He is also survived by his 12 brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. He was preceded in death by his younger sister, Meo Dien.
Binh Dien worked at Y&S Candies until he retired in 2004 and was passionate about affecting the most positive change in people. He was a proud member of the Pennsylvania Chinese Benevolent Association. He was also an active member in the Buddhist community in Lancaster. He was an avid traveler and loved sharing stories of his youth to friends and family.
A Buddhist ceremony is scheduled from 10AM to 12PM on Saturday, February 23, 2019, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA, with the Ven. Thich Hoang Minh officiating. A viewing will follow from 1PM to 3PM at the same location. A second ceremony will be held from 1PM to 3PM, Sunday, February 24, 2019 at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Millersville Mennonite Cemetery. The family requests that no donations or flowers be sent in accordance to Buddhist tradition.

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February 24, 2019

Bien and Kim worked for me for many years. He was the captian of the group. He held many people accountable to be good workers. He always had a smile on his face and took every challenge personally. He is and will ever be a friend. He was missed when he retired and will be missed forever to those who knew him.

February 23, 2019

Such a gentleman, kind and nice, he will be missed by all friends.  Our condolences to the whole family. 

February 23, 2019

We enjoyed seeing Binh when he came to Boscov’s Park City Center. We have been and will keep missing him. The women at the courtesy counter, Boscov’s.

February 22, 2019

Bihn was a dear friend, always bringing me snacks and showing me pictures of his family. I looked forward to seeing him whenever I worked. He would always call the desk when he couldn’t come in. We would joke that he had better attendance than the actual employees. I used to love to watch him messing with my other costumers like every day was just another chance at improve comedy. He was truly funny and kind person that will be in my heart forever.

February 22, 2019

I worked with Binh for many years. He was a very kind, funny man. My condolences to the whole family . May your memories keep him alive in your heart.  

February 21, 2019

I am sorry to hear MR. Binh passed away. He was such  nice, friendly and intelligent man. I will  miss him  with his sun shine face and interesting life story. 

February 21, 2019

I’m sorry for your loss. I knew Binh from shopping at Giant on Columbia Ave. He was a great guy. I always had my two toddlers with me. We saw him three or four time a week. Binh was our Coupon Man. Every time we saw him, he gave us coupons. The kids called him the Coupon Man. We will miss him. 

February 21, 2019

I am truly sorry for your loss.  May our “God of all comfort” (2 Co 1:3) and our “God of love and of peace” strengthen the Dien family and friends during this difficult time.  Thoughts and prayers, Nicole

February 21, 2019

Our heartfelt condolences go out to Aunt Kim, Paul and the family. May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult times. Uncle Binh will be truly missed from my families and others. May him Rest In Peace!
Ly & Banh Families
 

February 21, 2019

So sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many. He was kind to everyone and could brighten the darkest of days with a simple hello. 

February 20, 2019

Binh Dien was a people person. He was so funnny and always made us laugh at Y&S Candies.I will miss you Binh !. Kim for you and your son Paul, Prayers and thoughts go out to you in your time of loss. Faye Dieter

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Saturday, February 23, 2019
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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Saturday, February 23, 2019
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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Sunday, February 24, 2019
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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