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October 5,1929 - March 28,2017
Virginia "Jeannie" Arena was born on October 5, 1929 to Frank and Doris Hoffman in Racine, Wisconsin. Jeannie passed away on March 28, 2017 at the age of 87.
Jeannie was raised in Racine, Wisconsin and on October 16, 1948 she married her husband of 68 years Gil Arena. They moved to California in 1953 with their 2 son's ages 3 and 4. They lived in the San Fernanda Valley of southern California until they retired from their electrical contracting business in 1980. In 1981 they moved into their little home on Eucalyptus St. in Dos Palos, Ca. to start a new beginning. Moving to a small rural community is what she loved.
Jeannie enjoyed a number of clubs such as the Red Hatters, CWA, Alter Society among others. It was here is Dos Palos where she found her dearest friends.
Jeannie's greatest joy was cooking for her family and friends and this is what she was put on earth to do. It gave her such pleasure seeing everyone enjoying her meals.
Jeannie was also a great companion for her husband Gil as they traveled throughout the country with their motor home. She said she was blessed to be able to see so many different parts of the United States.
Jeannie is survived by her husband Gil, their son Darrell and his wife Barbara and their son Micheal. Jeannie has 6 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, April 5th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Dos Palos. A Rosary will begin at 10:30 a.m. with mass following. There will be a celebration of life after mass in the church hall across the street.
A special thank you to the hospice team of nurses and care givers. They were outstanding, dedicated and so very helpful.
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March 24, 2020
I will always love u to the moon!❤
Virginia Roberts
April 6, 2017
So Sorry to hear of Jeannie's passing. she will be missed. i never got to see her very often, but always a nice visit. she was my cousin.
April 2, 2017
Our Aunt Jeanne was 1 in a million!
So many happy times with her and Uncle Gil while visiting from Wisconsin. She had a loving way of always making you feel special. A beautiful woman inside and out. Rip Aunt Jeanne.
You will be forever in our hearts. Prayers for Uncle Gil, Darrell, Barb and family. Mike and his family. Much love, and God Bless!
The Barkers
March 30, 2017
I'm so sad to hear of jeannies passing. She and Gil where such a big part of our lives in agoura. She was spo sweet to me. Rest well Jeannie. Love, Donna Prosser.
March 30, 2017
Our hearts are filled with much sadness, however your love and memories will live in it forever. Love you very much John & Lenise
Rick Mancebo
March 30, 2017
Hi Gill: sorry to hear you lost your best friend, It's been along time since we visited. My condolences to you and your family..
Christine Arena
March 30, 2017
Those that know me know I am rarely at a loss for words, but I must say I've definitely been without them these past few days with the loss of my gramma. The woman of whom I carry her name. A women of pure elegance and class. Although from a distance, we shared a bond I will never forget!! I don't know what saddens me more at the moment since it all seems so surreal. With her strength I always imagined her living to be 100 just like my great gramma Hoffmann. The loss of my gramma and the thought of my grandpa alone are both very hard to swallow. Nothing you can truly prepare for. I love her so very much. I will keep her in my heart so tight and dear forever.
Jeanette Arena-Baker
March 30, 2017
Gramma, I will miss you so very much!!! I couldn't have asked for someone like you that God chose to be my gramma, my children's Nana and my Peyton's great great gramma!! A piece of my heart went with you today! I know you are so very happy to be with your mom and daddy now. I guarantee my Uncle Paul and my Uncle Ruben were there to greet you and you are havin a celebration with everyone. I know that we have gained another guardian angel and we will be watched over and protected by you!!! THANK YOU Gramma for being the most awesome Gramma. We love you and will honor your life!!! RIP MY SWEET ANGEL!!!
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