Captain Hanh Huu

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It is with a heavy heart that we are announce Captain Hanh Huu Chau, U.S.Navy (retired), of North Charleston, SC entered into eternal rest on Sunday November 8, 2026, with family by his side.

Hanh was 62 years young, son of Phung Chau, the late Major who served in the Army of South Vietnam and Loc Chau. Interment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Arrangement by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Northwood Chapel.

Hanh is survived by his devoted wife of 30 years, Nha Chau, and three loving children: Brandon, Kaitlyn and Dylan. He is also survived by his mother, Loc Chau, sister Thu (Thanh) and sister Yen (Mark).

Hanh received his Bachelor’s Degree at University of Minnesota and Master’s Degree at Florida Institute of Technology. Hanh served in reserve and active duty of the United States Navy for 27 years. He proudly served in Operation Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Hanh was employed by the Space and Naval Warfare System Center Atlantic in Charleston, SC for 30 years.

Hanh had a passion for learning about the past, particularly military history and loved sharing knowledge and interests with family and friends.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Brian.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to MUSC Hollings Cancer Center on behalf of Hanh.

A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.