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Natasha Avila Obituary
went home to be with the Lord on March 26, 2011. She was born on June 21, 1972 in Stuttgart Germany. Tosha was a beloved daughter & proud mother. She had a passion for movies, literature & music but most of all she enjoyed time with her family & friends. She was diagnosed with diabetes during her adolescence, which she never realized the severity of. Although unfortunate, throughout all her suffering she never lost her witty sense of humor. Natasha is survived by her mother Terri Avila; her daughter Nicole, and brother Alex; grandmother Emma Medina, uncle Adolph Medina; aunts Olivia Medina, Jenny (Joe) Ybarra, Armida Aguilar and many cousins. She was preceded in death by her father Alejandro Avila. One of Natasha's wishes was for all the family to be happy together. We will honor her wish always. Visitation will be from 8:30-10:00 am Rosary 10:00-11:00. The funeral mass will begin promptly at 11:00 am Friday, April 8, 2011 at St. Anthony's church 909 S. 1st Ave., Phoenix, Az An account has been established on behalf of Terri's granddaughter Nicole Avila. Donations will be accepted at AZ Federal Credit Union, Account #812751. Arrangements entrusted to Harper's Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sylvia Ortega
April 9, 2011
Terri,
Our prayers are with You and Your
Family.
Sincerely,
Tom & Sylvia Ortega
Cy & Katie Gilson
April 8, 2011
My dear Teri. I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. Katie & I will pray for you and the family as well as Natasha. That's a beautiful little church. I visited it many years ago. Since we live in tucson and my health is not the best, we will not be able to attend the Mass. Cy
Elizabeth Saenz
April 7, 2011
Terri,
My deepest sympathy to you and Alex during this most difficult time.
Remember she is pain free and flying high.
Christina Ybarra
April 7, 2011
Terri & Family-
My deepest sympathy to all of you during this most difficult period.
Words cannot express my sorrow for your loss.
My prayers are with you and your family and friends.
Love,
Christina
Rhonda (Fragoso) Yonkman
April 7, 2011
Dear Terri & Family,
May Tosha rest in peace~
May you find strength for the day,
Comfort for the tears, and
Light for the way~
Grace & Peace to all~
Sandra Othon
April 7, 2011
Terri, may you find comfort knowing she is in God's hands now. I am sorry for your suffering and pray for you and your family.
Love,
Patt & Dave Ficere
April 7, 2011
Terri, we are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Natasha's light and spirit will live on in all who knew and loved her. God bless you all.
Patt & Dave Ficere
April 7, 2011
Terri, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Nikki's Light will continue to shine in all who knew and loved her. God Bless you all.
Marcos & Yolanda Medina
April 7, 2011
Terri,
We are very sorry for your lost. If there is anything you need help with, please let us know.
melissa mendez
April 7, 2011
Terri! I am so sorry 4 the loss of ur daughter! Our prayers are with you and your family! May you remain strong and god bless today and always! Love the mendez family!
melissa mendez
April 7, 2011
terri I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter! My prayers are with u and may god be with you and help you! You were strong and hope you will remain strong! God bless the mendez family!
Debbie Luevano
April 7, 2011
Terri and family our deepest sympathy for the loss of your daughter, mother, granddaughter, and niece. May all the love of your friends and family help you in years to come.
Debbie & Alfonso Luevano
Judy Chesser
April 7, 2011
Terri, my love and prayers are with you, Nikki and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. This has to be the hardest thing a mother could ever endure but you were by her side throughout it all. Try to find comfort in that and please know my heart is with you.
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