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Hortencia Gonzales Obituary

Hortencia Gonzales Resident of Hayward July 21, 1940-Oct. 8, 2010 Hortencia "Tenchi" passed away Friday after a brave battle with aplastic anemia diagnosed in July. Her warm smile and friendly, loving nature will be missed my many. She was born in Banning, CA and grew up in San Jose, CA where she graduated from Willow Glen High School. She attended Athena Beauty School where she earned her cosmetology license. Tenchi was a devoted and loving wife of 40yrs. to Andres, mother to Tara Wickizer, Andy, and daughter-in-law Tram of Hayward, and grandmother to Jeremy, Alejandro and Chrisanto. She is survived by sisters Mercedes, Esther, Feda and brothers Manuel and Xavier and many extended family members. Visitation will be held Wednesday October 20, 4:30-7:00 with rosary following, at Chapel of the Chimes, 32992 Mission Blvd. Hayward. Funeral Service will be Thursday October 21, 10:00am at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 43148 Mission Blvd. Fremont. Memorial contributions can be made to the Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation (AA&MDSIF). Gifts can be made online at www.AAMDS.org/DonateNow. The family will be notified of your thoughtful tribute. Thank you.

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Published by Inside Bay Area on Oct. 17, 2010.

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Monica

October 11, 2022

I was just telling Roy last weekend how I have been thinking of you a lot lately. These years have passed so quickly, but it feels like yesterday we were sharing laughs, smiles and great times together (not to mention your pico de gallo!).
I Love and Miss You So Much.
Monica

Monica Carlos

October 30, 2010

So many loving memories of Auntie Tenchi we will hold close to our hearts forever. Sending love to you all.
All Our Love, xo
Monica
Marty
Kaeleigh
Deanna

Ruben Vazquez

October 22, 2010

Dear Tara, Roy, Andy & Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Her memory will always live in my heart. I will always hold dear our drives to the airport to watch Airplanes and take pictures. She is a wonderful memory of who I am now. Love Always,

Rita Gonzales Sabala

October 20, 2010

Wishing I Could be with you all at this time, but I will always remember my beautiful Aunt. How I couldn't wait to see her new hairstyles every time I heard she and Uncle Andy were coming to visit us. God Bless, my prayers are with you all. Love, Rita Gonzales Sabala

Tracy Robblee

October 20, 2010

You will be missed dearly and always cherished, your bright smile and warm heart always shined through. I have many fond memories of hearing you giggle with Tara and your family , it was delight. Love and Peace always Tracy

October 18, 2010

Our Condolences to all the family who will hold her memories in your hearts.
lori, lisa, tina, nikki sorensen

Larry

October 18, 2010

Even now, whenever I speak, see or hear your name, Tenchi, your life brings me to 'joy', and so brilliantly YOU remind me to live right now in the precious present. Laugh, love, and be loved. Thank You my precious Auntie.

Xavier & Jill Montoya

October 18, 2010

“When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.” We will always treasure the special moments and laughs we had together. Words cannot describe how much you will be missed. Love you Tenchi!

lori gonzales guerrero

October 18, 2010

Although we didn't visit as often, you and Uncle Andy have always held a special place in my heart. I will always remember your beautiful smile--you are going to be missed, but never forgotten.

Lydia Sorensen

October 18, 2010

Your laughter and love for life will remain in our hearts forever.....see you someday again in Heaven....Love you so much, Lydia & Kyle

Roy

October 17, 2010

Words cannot express how I truly feel about you. Thank you for all the years of love you gave to me and my family. You taught me to be the person I am today. mmmwah. Love you mom.

Connie

October 17, 2010

I Love you so much Aunt Tenchi. You'll be missed here, in Heaven, you've been welcomed with open arms. See you there, Connie

October 17, 2010

Mom, thank you for always being there with love, thoughfulness and generosity. I'll sure miss laughing with you all the time. I'll see you on the other side where I know you'll be waiting. Love you lots. Your daugher.

October 17, 2010

My beautiful aunt will be missed! We all love her and happy she is at peace.

I love you "Cookie"

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