Nien M. Daniels

Nien M. Daniels, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished wife, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, in Casper, Wyoming. She was born in Bangkok, Thailand on December 5, 1947 to Joi and Boonrod Kaewchalauy. She embarked on her journey to the United States in her early-twenties, where she embraced new challenges with a strong spirit, learning English and carving out a fulfilling life for herself and her family.

Nien will be remembered for her exceptional culinary skills, particularly her famed eggrolls that brought family and friends together around the dinner table. Her love for Thai food was matched only by her passion for life, exemplified in her dedication to her family.

Nien was a fierce woman, characterized by her strong-willed and stubborn personality. She faced the world head-on and poured her unwavering work ethic into every endeavor she took on. Throughout her life, she garnered a wealth of fond memories, whether through winning at Bingo, casting a line while fishing, or sharing laughter over the cards during a night of gambling. 

In her personal life, she met her loving husband, Charles Daniels, while he was serving in the United States Army. Their love story blossomed over the years into a beautiful partnership that lasted for 56 wonderful years. Together, they raised two daughters, Joi and Kerrie, who were both sources of immense pride and joy in her life. Nien derived extraordinary happiness from her son-in-laws, Darcy (Joi) Hill and David (Kerrie) Jolley, three grandchildren, Erik (Catherine), Alix (Michael), and Brooklynne, and she cherished her six great-grandchildren, Kaysen, Peyton, Gentry, William, Paxton, and Savannah.

Nien’s journey was marked by the legacy she created within her family. Her proudest accomplishments included not only her successful transition to life in America but also the profound love she fostered among the generations that followed. Nien was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Joi and Boonrod Kaewchalauy, and her six siblings, whose memories she carried in her heart.

As we gather to honor the remarkable life of Nien M. Daniels, we recall a woman who was the embodiment of strength, love, and resilience. Her legacy will live on through her daughters and the countless lives she touched. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered by her loving husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins who carry on her spirit.