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1953
DIED
2008
Gabe Mayorga Obituary
Gabe A. Mayorga was born on February 12, 1953 in Fresno, California and passed away on July 4, 2008 in Merced, California at the age of 55 years. Gabe was a resident of Merced for forty years.
Gabe was a friend to all and will be deeply missed. He enjoyed gardening and being outdoors. He was an avid Raiders fan. Dad loved cooking, loved a good party, loved to make his family laugh, loved to talk your ear off and most of all he loved his family and friends, especially his girls.
Gabe is survived by his parents, Gabe Sr. and Nancy Mayorga; ex wife and best friend, Anna Mayorga; daughters, Diane, Salina, Deborah and Natalie Mayorga; son-in-law, Robert Delgado; sisters and brothers, Sylvia Lagos of San Jose, Deborah Barraza of Fremont, Mary Medina of Merced, Vivian Balderama of San Antonio, Texas, Myrna Shimarado of Merced, Pete Mayorga of Clovis, Marian Cortinas of Winton; grandchildren, Alysha, Brittany, Vincent, Brandon, Veronica, Anthony, Baby Gabe, Daniel, Lia, Lilliana, Andrea, Angel, Joseph and Fabian and great grandchildren, Rosalio and Emilio all of Merced and many, many nieces and nephews.
We would like to extend a very special “thank you” to the Parreno family for their kindness and generosity during this difficult time.
We were so blessed to have Gabe in our lives. May his soul be at peace and his memory be with us always and forever. “We Love You Dad” (Booka).
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 11, 2008 from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. with a Funeral Services beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Merced District Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home.
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Brittany
August 17, 2017
Still here thinking about and the time u almost burnt down my grandma's house making ribs love you always DAD ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡
Anna
October 26, 2010
Gabe,
You were the light of our family. I hope I can keep that light burning to brighten our family's disposition, light up the darkness so they can safely find their way home but most of all to keep our family strong, loving and united.
Anna
October 26, 2010
Gabe,
You were the light of our family. I hope I can keep that light burning to brighten our family's disposition, light up the darkness to find their way home but most of all to keep them strong, loving and united.
deborah mayorga
January 1, 2010
dad i got my kids back but i miss u the most baby gabe said thats not fair that he has u but i said if it wasn't for u you would not be here. thank u for letting this happend
Monique Magdaleno
March 9, 2009
Gabe,
First of all I would like to let you know that you are missed by me and my family. You were always so good to my boys. I think you were around them more then thier own grandpa. As for me personally I will miss how you made me laugh. I remember when you would take a 5 min. break from doing the yard and we would end up talking for an hour. You were always so funny and thoughtful. Even though you will be missed I know your in a better place, and in that place there is only the best.
Diane Mayorga
February 12, 2009
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD!
I wish so much you were here right now to make me laugh. I miss you and think about everyday but today I can't stop crying and wishing I could spend today with you like we always did before. I love you so much Dad and thank you for always loving me back.
love always Di
Nicolette Balderama
January 22, 2009
Dearest Uncle Gabe,
I wanted you to be the first to know I am getting married, however I am sure the cat is out of the bag. Can you see me as Mrs. Ortiz? I wish I could have you here at my wedding... you know to scare off the stupid people, and be my body guard. My mom talks about you often and it still brings tears to my eyes, I still show Nicholas the pictures I have of you and he knows who you are, I cant wait to tell him about you when he gets older! I remember you telling me after we move to Texas that I was supposed to live here because I was named after this city... Nicolette San Antonia, I used to get so mad at you. To say you are missed wouldn't be enough, you know how much we all do though. There isnt a day that goes by that I dont think of you, I love you. I'm sorry I couldn't be there to tell you that myself. But I know my mom did it for me.
Chavo Arroyo
January 11, 2009
Whenever I think of Uncle Gabe, I remember him saying to be proud of who I am. I remember him, crying when my Dad died, telling me to be proud of who he was. I will never forget how funny my Uncle Gabe was, and will forever be. The memories he plants are strong and hold on for a life time. That's the impact he has on anyone who listens to him. When I was a kid I can think of a lot of memories that include my Uncle Gabe..but as an adult, the one lesson I remember him teaching me is "Don't let No One Get You Down" (which will make me cry for the rest of my life.) Uncle Gabe you are Immortal..God gives the Earth people like you so we will be better when we reach you in heaven. I love you Uncle Gabe.
Chavo Arroyo
January 11, 2009
Whenever I think of Uncle Gabe, I remember him saying to be proud of who I am. I remember him, crying when my Dad died, telling me to be proud of who he was. I will never forget how funny my Uncle Gabe was, and will forever be. The memories he plants are strong and hold on for a life time. That's the impact he has on anyone who lsitens to him. When I was a kid I can think of a lot of memories that include my Uncle Gabe..but as an adult, the one lesson I remember him teaching me is "Don't let Noone Get You Down" (which will make me cry for the rest of my life.) Uncle Gabe you are Immortal..God gives the Earth people like you so we will be better when we reach you in heaven. I love you Uncle Gabe.
Deborah Mayorga
January 10, 2009
Dad why did you leave me. I'm never going to see you on ninth street at Best Buy anymore. Theres days when I just cry all day. Even when I think of the good times I cry even more. You were more than just my dad you were my best friend. Man we used to make each other laugh so hard. Thank You for being a dad to my kids. They miss you so much theres not a day that they don't talk or ask about you. You probably know by now they don't live with me. I know you are looking out for them and making sure there are safe because Baby Gabe tells me everyday that you sleep with him and talk to him. I love you so much I still think your here I'm still waiting for you to visit me or call me.
Anthony & Salina saying good-bye
November 10, 2008
Dad (now)
November 10, 2008
Dad (then)
November 10, 2008
eddie shimrado
September 18, 2008
Hey uncle i remember when i was little getting letters from you one of the first things i read... I remember you coming to grandmas house and taking me to 7/11. and we in the construction site. and going to the hospital and praying for u that you u would be alright. you would always have a joke or something smart to say. I love you uncle and will never forget you.
Salina Mayorga
August 25, 2008
Dad,
I’ve been waiting for the right words to say to you… but the perfect words for me are gone “My DAD”. I LOVE you & MISS you so very much. I wait for you every day after work to come into the office and go home with me. It’s hard to wake up in the morning and go to work without you sitting next to me yelling at all the slow drivers. You told me “thank you for everything” when I picked you up from the hospital those last days. But it was me who should’ve said “thank you” to you. Thank you for showing me how to be a good person, for teaching me how to be tough, for telling me to always be proud of who I am, and to never let anyone get you down. I also wanted to tell you that I was glad I was able to steal you away from Diane and her family to be with me and my small family. Now with you gone I don’t have anyone on my side to be picky about the small stuff, like the clothes on the bathroom floor. And to tell you the truth no one here knows how to mow the grass perfect like you. You once told me when you go not to cry, and for some reason that stuck in my head and I tried really hard not to. That morning on 4th of July, you woke up from a 48 hour sleep, opened your eyes and when you saw me sitting in your room, you said “Good morning, Mija” and at the end of that day… I said “Good Bye” to you. I Love you Dad and nobody will ever be like you. Rest in peace in the heavens Dad, and give us all the strength for whatever comes our way and always watch over us.
Love Always, Sly.
Brandon Munoz
August 17, 2008
Booka, man there's so much to say about you. I mean you weren't just my grandfather you were my friend, you were like one of the kids which was fun for all of us. I'm gonna miss all the fun times we used to have. I always loved and respected you no matter what. I'm gonna miss you old man.
Veronica Munoz
August 16, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
kristian lopez
August 10, 2008
sorry for your lose tia Anna. I didn't know him at all , But i am still sorry
Myrna Shimrado(Mayorga)
August 8, 2008
Gabe I think of you everyday the big Brother you'r blessed is the man who fear the LORD who finds great delight in his Commands.
Anna Mayorga
August 8, 2008
Thank you Gabe for giving the greatest gift to Diane, Salina, Deborah, and Natalie “unconditional love”. It didn’t matter what choices in life they made. You never judged them. You recognized and acknowledged their uniqueness and individualism. They will never have to wonder “does my Dad love me?” What a gift a parent can give a child! There were times when you laughed with them, you cried with them but you always “LOVED” them. I will always remember you and you will always be in my heart because of the love you showed, displayed, and gave unconditionally to Diane, Salina, Deborah and Natalie.
Anna
Nicolette & Nicholas Balderama
July 29, 2008
Uncle Gabe... I dont know where to start... I miss you so much. It's been some time since I've seen you, and it hurts that I couldn't tell you I love you!!! But I know you know we ALL do. Everyone write how their favorite memory is the sounds of you saying "Hey Mija" and well who am I to say different because yes there was nothing better. I still have all the letters you wrote me while you were on "vacation", and I am glad to be able to read them over and over. I will one day tell my son, how special you are and how much you ment to us all.
Auntie Anna and cousins,
You are in my prayers daily, and I am thinking of you. I'm sorry I couldnt be their for you. I love you all. God Bless.
Baby Gabe Castillio
July 29, 2008
Just want to say I miss Dad. He did a lot for me. He would take me to Rite-Aid and buy me stuff. I wish he could still be here cuz he did everything for me. Love you Dad.
Mikisha Garcia (Balderama)
July 28, 2008
Uncle Gabe,
I hadn’t seen you in so long. As I read over other entries a flood of memories came back to me. I was taken back to a time when we lived much closer and were able to visit more often. “Hey mija” was always my favorite too. It was your name for everyone but I always felt special when you called me that. You were larger than life, literally, back then. Since then I have heard stories of your kindness and generosity and I am not surprised. I will remember all of those good times and love you always. Thank you for making such an impact, you will be greatly missed. Please give my love to Grandma T, Uncle Al & Aunt Marian, I know you will all be keeping each other company and you will be making them laugh. Love you.
Anna & Girls,
I am sorry for your loss, I know he loved you all deeply. Be strong for each other.
Remember the Good, Remember the Love, Remember the Laughs. You are in my prayers. Love you all.
Vivian Balderama
July 28, 2008
Gabe,
I think of you everyday. Some days I laugh & other days I cry. I wish you could have come to Texas to see me & my family. I found a old picture of you & me at the beach when we were young. (You tried to get me to eat seaweed.) And a High School picture of you. On the back you put that "I was the prettiest girl in the family" I GUESS that makes you the SMARTEST!!! Please give Grandma T, Uncle Al & Aunt Marian a BIG KISS & HUG for me. Until we are together again, remember we all love you.
TO OUR FAMILY, when you think of Gabe, remember the LOVE he had for ALL of us. How comical & amusing he could be. But most of all his NEVER ENDING sense of humor.
Pete Mayorga
July 27, 2008
Gabe, There is not a day i don't think of you and all the times we had good and bad . I am and always will be proud to be your brother ! Thank you Anna and girls for taking care of him !
Lydia Reynolds (Arroyo)
July 27, 2008
What would being a kid have been like without my Uncle Gabe? We could always depend on him to sneak us candy, or ice cream, when the other "grownups" said "No More". Making us laugh when we were sad.. Making us feel guilty when we would fight. I'll always hear your voice saying "Hey Mija" or "I love you Mija". I feel so sad that my Uncle Gabe is gone.. but even more blessed to have had him in my life. He was, and will always be, one of the coolest people I've ever known. He taught me that family is everything. The biggest influence he had on my life were through his examples of unconditional love and forgiveness towards others. I love you Uncle Gabe... give my Pop a hug for me.
July 27, 2008
GABE; WOW!! WE WERE SO CLOSE GROWIN UP. WE WERE LIKE MUTT AND JEFF, HECKEL AND JECKEL AND THE 3 STOOGES ( YOUR FAVORITE) ALL ROLLED UP INTO ONE. WE HAD GREAT TIMES AND GOT IN SO SO MUCH TROUBLE TOGETHER. WE GREW UP AND OUR LIVES TOOK DIFFERENT PATHS. BUT ONE THING THAT NEVER CHANGED WAS THE LOVE IN YOUR HEART FOR EVERYONE. I LOVE AND LOVED YOU MY LITTLE BROTHER! YOUR MEMORY IS SO ALIVE IN MY HEART. YOU WILL BE SO SO MISSED BY EVERYONE. GOD BLESS YOU AND MAKE SURE YOU SAVE A PLACE FOR ME OR I'LL KICK YOUR BUTT!! LOVE DEB
UNKNOWN AUTHOR
July 27, 2008
YESTERDAY IS HISTORY, TOMORROW IS A MYSTERY AND TODAY IS A GIFT THAT'S WHY THEY CALL IT THE PRESENT
Lillian Duran
July 23, 2008
My cousin Gabe my memory of you always makes me laugh. It was the times we would go visit at my uncle's bar and he would shut it down so all of us kids could play, but I would purposely fall asleep so you could carry me to the car just cuz you could. I remembered how much you loved my grandmother "Dolores" for she was your favorite aunt. Now you can give her a big kiss and hug for both of us and tell her we love her and she will forever be missed as you will be. Someday we will all be re-united as a family again with our greatest Father in heaven. It's all happiness for you now "Cuz" no more worries or suffering. Until we meet again. I love you.
Marshall Rene' Riojas
July 21, 2008
Gabe,
What can I say but I always looked up to you. When I was young I thought you were it. You were my idol, I compared you to Rocky Balboa. I hope to be a great father and a good family man as you were. Until we see each other again. Peace, Love and Harmony
Mom, Dad, and Grandchildren
July 21, 2008
Suzanne "Suzy" Nunez
July 17, 2008
Anna, Salina & Family~
May God bless you during this difficult time. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
NELLIE MARTIN
July 17, 2008
ANNA,DIANA, AND GIRLS. SO GLAD TO HEAR THAT YOU HAD SUCH A LOVING DAD. A GOOD DAD MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD. SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT OUR LONG TIME FRIEND IS NO LONGER WITH US AND DO LOOK FORWARD TO ALL BE TOGETHER AGAIN, JUST LIKE IN HIGH SCHOOL. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU GIRLS IN SADDNESS, HOWEVER I CELEBRATE THE LOVE AND JOY YOU SHARE WITH A LOVING FATHER, AND FORMER HUSBAND WHO COULD REMAIN A FRIEND. LOVE TO YOU ALL,ASKING THE LORD TO GIVE YOU STRENGHT TO GET THROUGH AS I AM SO FAR AWAY FROM HOME.
Jessie Franco-Castro
July 15, 2008
I will never forget you Gabe. The one thing that I remember most about you is that you were a family man. Your family was everything and you loved them so much. You were a person who enjoyed life. You were always in a good mood as though you were at peace with yourself. I never heard you say anything bad to or about anyone. You were a great person. I will miss hearing your voice. Whenever I hear the word "Mija" I will always think of you because we were all your "Mijas!" I am so glad that I had the honor of being your cousin. You will be missed.
God Bless
Love your cousin,
Teddy
Diane Mayorga
July 14, 2008
taking care of my Dad was a full time job with lots of challanges and struggles. He made my life crazy good and at times crazy bad. But he always made me laugh and he made each day something to look forward to. I could have never managed to have him in my life if it weren't for everyone else who helped look out for him. And to all of you I thank you from the bottom of my heart. God Bless You All!
Henrietta Raiche
July 12, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. I remember Gabe as a little boy when I lived in Merced. Love to Nancy and Gabe, Sr.
and the rest of the family.
Henrietta (Navarro) Raiche
Rosalinda Kelly (Rios)
July 11, 2008
Gabe,
You were always so kind hearted, I remember you always stopping by my moms house just to say hi, My mom would say "Gabe came by to check on me". And I thank you for that. God Bless your whole family and give them strength through this difficult time. Give my parents a big hug and kiss for me.
angelica
July 11, 2008
My prayers are with Gabe's family during this time.. He was always kind and loved his family dearly.. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
July 11, 2008
Gabe always had a kind word and open heart.. May god be with his family during this time .. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Lisa A. Waites (Parreno)
July 11, 2008
Gabe, I'm so glad i got to know you and that you were also my dads friend. One thing I can say that I'm going to miss hearing you say is, "hey mija...." I'm also going to miss seeing you walking down the street and picking you up from time to time. You were a good man and had some good stories. We will meet again someday in the mean time you and my dad take it easy and chill.
MARY MEDINA
July 10, 2008
Gabe,
We little knew that morning, that God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same.
It broke our heart to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the Day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. Unknow author.
I have loved you all my life and you are the best brother anyone could every have. One day we will be together again. Love your sister Mary
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