Phonethip Bouaphakeo

Phonethip “Ko”  Bouaphakeo, 53, Columbus OH

July 12, 1972-May 15, 2026

Born on July 12th, 1972, in Vietiane, Laos, to parents Khampresley and Khemphone Bouaphakeo. Came from Laos to Virginia, then Wapakoneta, OH.  Permanently resided in Columbus, OH in 1998. Graduated from Wapakoneta High School. Worked at National City Bank.

Survived by daughter, Bryanna (Tristan) Wilcox and three grandchildren; Amira, Emmett, and Violet. Mother, Khemphone Bouaphakeo, brother, Jid Bouaphakeo (Keyle, Ricky, Kaleigha, Zayden) Sister, Ke’ Bouaphakeo (Nick & Nathaniel). Preceded in death by Father, Khampresley Bouaphakeo.

Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME with CREMATORY, 2693 W. Broad St., Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 2-4 PM.

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