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Vat Chea: 1982 – 2009
Submitted by E. Ross on Saturday, 2 May 2009 – 8:38 PMNo Comment
Vat “Sean” Chea died on Saturday, April 19. He was 26 years old and worked as a cab driver in Fairbanks. Vat is survived by his partner in Fairbanks and his family in California.
A private celebration of Vat’s life was held on Sunday, April 26 at Club Alaskan, with his partner, his coworkers, and his friends in Fairbanks. There was a potluck and a silent auction to help with burial expenses.
“We had a good time remembering Vat and his goofy ways,” wrote Johnmichael. “Thank you GLBT community for your thoughts and prayers in my time of grief.”
While serving in the U. S. Army, Vat was stationed at Fort Wainwright. After his Army time, he chose to remain in Alaska.
“Vat and his partner usually had to work during local GLBT functions,” wrote Terry, “but often they would take a short break to greet friends before returning to the road.”
Friends are invited to view and sign his online Legacy Book.
Our condolences to all who knew Vat.
Vat Chea: 12/20/82 – 4/19/09
