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MATEO, WILLIAM (BILL)
JOHN
Age 74, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Sacramento on August 7, 2002.Born on June 7, 1928 of Spanish and registered California Miwok Indian heritage. Preceded in death by son, Richard and brother, Sid. Survived by his wife, Ruby; children Lonnie (Connie), Cynthia (Juan), Joyce, Benny & Debbie (Jeff); sister, Barbara Harns, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Member in good standing of the Operating Engineers Local #3 for 35 years. Favorite past times included fishing, hunting, bowling, and gardening. William will be sorely missed, but fondly remembered by his family and all whose lives he touched. No service will be held. Private inurnment.
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Debbie Crone
August 7, 2018
Thinking of you today Pop!! Hard to believe its been 16 years!❤
Debbie Crone
July 19, 2013
Hey Pop...You're always in my thoughts! Aunt Peachie is having some difficulties right now but I'll tell you...she is as classy and poised as always! You would be proud:) Love you POP!
Debbie Crone
December 24, 2010
Hey Dad...Thinking about you as we get ready to celebrate your favorite family gathering; Christmas Eve! Hope you, mama, Cindy, Joyce, Rick and everyone else is up there tearing up!! Love you!!
Debbie Crone
November 1, 2010
Hey POP...our Giants WON the series! It was great and both you and MAMA were in my heart...XXOO
Debbie Crone
August 7, 2010
Here we are again...8 years since you left! What a year it has been... Good times but really sad/bad times with Cindy's passing. UGH! I miss you and always will!
XXOO
Deb
December 25, 2009
Hdy Dad...Another Christmas without you:( We love you so much and miss you always!! Aunt Peachie is doing well. It was nice to see her!
Love you,
Deb
Debbie Crone
August 7, 2009
Hey POP! Thinking of you on the 7th anniversary of your departing! I LOVE you!!!
Deb
June 21, 2009
Happy Fathers Day! We love you and are thinking of you!! Wish you were here to celebrate with us!
Love,
Deb
debbie crone
June 7, 2009
Hey Pop,
Today is your birthday...another one without you :( I love and miss you!!
Love,
Deb
Debbie Crone
November 27, 2008
Hey Dad,
Today is Thanksgiving and how I wish you, Mama, Joyce and Rick could be with us. I love and miss you!
Love,
Deb
Debbie Crone
August 26, 2008
Hey Dad,
Thinking about you like always...just dropping by to leave a note!
Love you!!
Debbie Crone
June 15, 2008
Happy Father's Day Pop...sending hugs and kisses your way!
Wish you were here!!
Debbie Crone
June 7, 2008
Happy Birthday Pop!!! I love you and miss you always!!!
Travis Crone
December 25, 2007
I love and miss you very much Grandpa...merry christmas.
Debbie Crone
December 25, 2007
Today is Christmas and you're in my thoughts as always! It was very nice being with our family last night....your presence was missed LOTS!! Love you Dad!!
Debbie Crone
December 18, 2007
Hi Dad,
We're having a difficult time right now. Joyce passed unexpectedly on Sunday, 12/16. I don't understand why she had to leave so soon. I just don't get it. Maybe in time, it will make sense, but for now...it just don't. We all miss her so much, and the thought that we won't see her again causes an extreme amount of sadness for us. I wish you were here physically...it's your favorite time of year!
I Love and Miss YOU!
Me
Debbie Crone
November 22, 2007
Hey Pop!
Thanksgiving 2007 is here and I woke up thinking and missing you and mama. I love you all the way!
Debbie
Debbie Crone
April 25, 2007
Hey Pop,
Sending hugs your way! Love you always!
Debbie Crone
November 23, 2006
Sending hugs and kisses on Thanksgiving Day, 2006. You're in our thoughts!! Love you!!
joyce dedman
October 8, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Joyce Dedman
October 2, 2006
Hello Dad, sure do miss you lots, I finally got a computer at work were I'm able to keep in contact with you & mom. everything is doing fine, been pulling weeds again in front flower bed, almost got it done. I miss you and mom so much, there will always be a whole in my heart till the day I can be with you and mom, Shannon is getting married febuary 10th 2006, I will keep in contact with you more now that i'm able to , better go for now ps I got promoted to supervisor, still in security I like it alot sure am glad Danny got me started in it.I love you and miss ya lots
Debbie Crone
August 17, 2006
POP! I can't even believe it's more than 4 years since I last chatted with you. I Love You! The feelings I have for you will never fade! Know that you made a mark on my kids life as well as my own...You will always be "Grandpa Willie"...with love!
Debbie Crone
April 16, 2006
Today is Easter Sunday! You're in my thoughts as always!
Love you,
Deb
April 15, 2006
Hey Dad, I wish you could be with us. I would so enjoy listening to Johnny Cash with you. We saw "I Walk the Line", and we loved it. If you were here, we would've seen it together!! Love you...today, tomorrow and always!!
Debbie
Debbie Crone
April 1, 2006
Love you!!
Debbie Crone
February 4, 2006
Hey there Pops, Joyce and I visited you, Mom, Rick, Grandma and Grandpa last Sunday! It was nice. We lit a candle and left Valentine's goodies for all of you. I miss you and always will. I wish that I could've kept you here with us. Love you all the way, every day!!
Debbie
Debbie Crone
November 24, 2005
I Love You! Holidays are not the same with out our parents. I hope you enjoyed the pumpkin scented/shaped candle I lit when i visited today. Earlier today, Travis and I were listening to Johnny Cash songs. When I got home from visiting you, I downloaded them and listened to them again. It so reminds me of you. It brought back many memories of you and Mama. I love and miss you today and everyday. Rest in peace and know you are loved by many.
Debbie Crone
August 7, 2005
Hey Dad, It's now three years ago that you left us! We continue to miss you and look forward to seeing you again one day! Love you all the way!!! Deb
Debbie Crone
June 7, 2005
Happy Birthday to you Dear POP! We all love and miss you so much! You're always in our hearts and thoughts!!! Love you!!!
Debbie Crone
April 16, 2005
Sping has been here for almost a month, and today its really felt like it. Now is about the time you would be planting your gardent...I was sure thinking about that today. You're memory is always with me. Love you!!
Cynthia
March 15, 2005
Father your so missed. Your were a terrific father. You are in my thoughts. I thank you for being the special person that you were. Not a day goes by without thinking of you. I have many fond memories. I love you dad.
Debbie Crone
March 12, 2005
Oh Pop...please know that you're so loved by all of us. That is what I hope for you. You did your job here, and you did it well...The love we have for you will NEVER fade. My hope is that you know and feel the love that your children, grandchildren (Grandpa Willie) and great grandchildren have for you. Love you every day...all the way!!!
Cynthia
February 28, 2005
Hello Father sure miss you. My life isn't the same without you. Dad your in my heart. Miss your voice, your warm touch, and your great personality. Love you! Miss you!
Cynthia
December 28, 2004
Hello Dad! Christmas has passed. We are glad it is over. It's miserable without you and Mother. I try to be strong but I just can't believe that you and Mom are away. Our love is with both of you. My heart is broken... Dad you were a very gentle and kind Father. I have many wonderful memories. Thanks Dad, for being you. Love always!
Debbie Crone
December 26, 2004
Dad, we made it through another Christmas with out you and Mom. You were in our thoughts, and know that we remembered you in our private thoughts as well as talking about it with one another. We know that Christmas was your favorite holiday. Love you Dad...
Cynthia
December 1, 2004
Hello Father, It has been one year since Mom left to be with you and Rick. We all miss you all and love you all. We had the greatest parents. I know Dad that you loved a fresh cut Xmas tree, mine is a phony one. I will burn pine candles. Thiking of you Papa always. Until we meet again. Love always.
Debbie Crone
November 25, 2004
Happy Turkey Day to you!!! Miss you and think of you often! I know I'll see you again one day...until then, I love you and am blessed to have such wonderful memories of my dear sweet gentle Pop!! Grandpa Willie to my babies!!!
Cynthia
October 30, 2004
Father was looking at photo's of you and Mom. You were a very handsome person. Such a kind and gentle Dad. Miss you. Your in my thoughts so very much. Love always,
Cynthia
October 2, 2004
Hello Father miss talking to you and seeing you. It just breaks my heart that you are away. I want to thank-you for being my Father. You were so great. Love you Papa
Cynthia
September 29, 2004
Our dear father, you are sorely missed. You were so kind and thoughtful. The best Father. I love you Papa.
Debbie Crone
September 28, 2004
Hey dad, We continue to miss both you and mama. If we can't have you here, I am glad you are together as you belong! We love you and think of you always!!!
Cynthia Gardner
September 25, 2004
Hello Dad you are missed so much. We all love you. Life just isn't the same with you away. Oh Papa, my prayers are with you.
Cynthia Gardner
September 10, 2004
Hello, Father Seems like you been gone so long. Life is hard to deal with out you and Mom. Love you Dad.
Cynthia Gardner
August 30, 2004
Hello, Father we sure miss you. You had such a big heart. You would do all you could for someone. You were so kind. Love you Dad.
Cynthia Gardner
August 20, 2004
Father sorry that I didn't write sooner. Missing you so much. I love you. Miss cooking for you. Life is not the same with you and Mom away. You were the greatest parents. Love aways
Cynthia Gardner
June 22, 2004
Father wishing you were here. You are missed by all of us. You had a heart of gold. I thank you Father, for being such a wonderful Father. Love you Dad
Debbie Crone
June 20, 2004
Happy Father's Day!!! We honor your memory today like we do daily! You are lovingly remembered as our kind and generous Pop!!! Love you!!!
Cynthia Gardner
June 14, 2004
Hi Dad it is so lonely with you away. We were so close. We used to be able to talk about everything. Father if only I could talk to you and give you a big hug. You were so frienly with everyone. Miss seeing your smile. Love you Dad
Debbie Crone
June 7, 2004
Today is June 7th, 2004...You've been in my thoughts all day today. Happy Birthday Pop!!! Love you...Me
Cynthia Gardner
June 7, 2004
Happy Birthday Father!!! Wish we could get together and celebrate your birthday. Your the greatest Father. Someday we will be together. Love you Dad
Debbie Crone
June 6, 2004
Hey Pop...tomorrow is your birthday!! My wish is that we could celebrate it at your house with you and mama. But this is not to be...instead we'll celebrate your birthday and memory in our hearts. I miss you now and always!!!
Cynthia Gardner
June 5, 2004
Hi Dad, was looking at your picture and decided I wanted to tell you hello. Your in my thoughts constantly. love you dad
Cynthia Gardner
June 3, 2004
Hello Father, miss you so much. Life seems so useless with you and mama away. Life just seems empty. Love you Dad
Cynthia Gardner
May 18, 2004
Hello dad how we miss you. our love is so strong and everlasting. Wish we could hug you. Your on our minds constantly.
Debbie Crone
April 11, 2004
Hey Pop, It's Easter Sunday, and I wish you could be here with us. Love you!!
Debbie Crone
February 23, 2004
Hey Dad, I continue to miss hearing your voice and laugh. I know I will always have a void in my life with you and mama gone. I love you all the way...everyday!!!
Debbie Crone
February 4, 2004
Hey Pop...We continue to miss you and your warm ways. Love you!!!
Debbie Crone
January 22, 2004
How I miss all of you...there are no words to describe the sadness I feel in your leaving us. I love you, and continue to cherish my memories of you.
Cynthia Gardner
January 4, 2004
Hello Father! We all miss papa. You were the greatest Father. Wish we could see you. We would love to tell you how much we love and miss you. Love and kisses!
Debbie Crone
December 31, 2003
Hey Pop, My love to you always! You are missed so much. Rest in peace!!!
Cynthia Gardner
December 25, 2003
Father we wish you a Merry Christmas. Love to you always. Your on my mind constantly.
Debbie Crone
December 25, 2003
Merry Christmas, Dad! Love to you ALWAYS!!!! Miss you all the way!!!
Debbie Crone
December 23, 2003
Pop, while it has been 16 months since you departed, it is still tough. The holidays make your absence all the more painful. We all cherished the Christmas Eve's at your house...we will go on in honor of you!!! Love you!!!
Cynthia Gardner
December 20, 2003
Father it is almost Christmas. But the holidays are not the same with out you and Mama. So sad with you and Mama away in heaven. Miss you Father. Love always, Cynthia
Debbie Crone
December 18, 2003
Hey Dad, You will so sorely be missed during this holiday season. We all love you so much, and find comfort knowing you are now taking care of mama. Love you Pop!!!
Cynthia Gardner
December 13, 2003
Father, I sure miss you. Your on my mind constantly. Dad you were such a great Father. You were so kind. You taught us well. Now Mother is in heaven with you. Mom was really suffering Dad. It just hurts to know my parents have departed, I miss you both ever so much. Love to you Father may God rest your soul. Love, Cynthia
Tammy Chavez
December 13, 2003
Grandpa Willie,
Grandma's spirit is on her way to join you and Ricky. We miss you all so dearly, and think of you daily. Now that grandma & granpa are finally reunited, they will be guiding us through the rest of our lives. I have learned from my grandparents, that I will now raise my family to be kind, friendly and very loving as they were to me.
I love you!:)
Love Tammy (Gardner) Chavez and All the great grandchildren!
Cynthia Gardner
December 7, 2003
My Dear Father, Mother has left us. She was suffering and was in so much pain, My heart is so broken. I can't wait to join you, Mom, Ricky,Grandpa and Grandma. I love you all and miss you all. Cynthia
Debbie Crone
December 3, 2003
Dad, we got to see Peachie, Dick and Donna yesterday. They are all doing well! Aunt Peachie is beautiful as always :) While I am glad Mom is not suffering any longer, there is such a huge void in our lives. Take care of her, Dad. Love you to the moon and back!
Debbie Crone
December 2, 2003
Dad, Mom has left us to be with you and Rick. I know you will take wonderful care of her! I will always have sweet, fond memories of each of you. Thank you!! Love to all!!
Debbie Crone
November 27, 2003
Today is Thanksgiving and days like this make you not being here all the more sad!
Debbie Crone
November 16, 2003
Hey Dad, Things are tough right now. Everyday I wish you could be here...we all miss you so much. Love you!!
Debbie Crone
November 7, 2003
Always in my thoughts....
Debbie Crone
September 7, 2003
Thinking of you like I do every day!! Love you!!
Debbie Crone
August 1, 2003
Its been a long sad year without my kind, generous Pop!! He was a good man and a great father!!
Debbie Crone
July 18, 2003
Hey Pop!!! Love and miss you so much!!
Cynthia Gardner
June 15, 2003
Dear Father, today is your day. Really wish you were near so we could celebrate the day with you. We love and miss you so very much. Love, Cynthia and all
Debbie Crone
June 15, 2003
Happy Father's Day...Wish you could be here!! Love you...
Debbie Crone
June 8, 2003
Hey Dad...I hope you know how much you are in our thoughts. Rather than being able to sing happy birthday to you yesterday, I placed a balloon at your final resting place. I Love You!!!
Cynthia Gardner
June 8, 2003
Dad, So sorry that It took so long to write you. But you have been in my thoughts and prayers. I'm crying tears for you Dad. It was your birthday yesterday, I cried and continue crying for you Dad. I Love you and miss you Dad. Miss you
debbie crone
May 13, 2003
We were quite saddened that you could not be here to celebrate Mother's Day....The month of June will bring Mom's birthday, your birthday and Father's Day...this will now be a sad and painful time for all of us!
Debbie Crone
April 20, 2003
Today is Easter Sunday. You are missed today as you are everyday. We love you and miss you!
Debbie Crone
April 13, 2003
Hey Pop!! As each day passess I miss you more than the one before. I will love you forever!!
Debbie Crone
February 23, 2003
Hey Dad...you continue to be in our thoughts constantly! Love and Miss You!!
January 20, 2003
Father we found out why you passed away, you had heart disease. We cried tears for you. You are missed deeply and sorely. Love you dad. Cynthia and Juan
Debbie Crone
January 18, 2003
Your warmth and kindness is missed all the time! Love you!!!
Debbie Crone
December 25, 2002
Merry Chrismas, DaD!!! We all missed you on Christmas Eve just as we do each and every day since you left!! I Love You!!!
Debbie Crone
December 23, 2002
Tomorrow is Christmas Eve and ALL of us will miss you deeply. I know how you so cherished your family gathering at your house on Christmas Eve. This year we will gather at my house. Oh how I wish you could be here...Just know that you are with us in spirit...much love to you and Merry Christmas!!!
Debbie Crone
December 16, 2002
Hi Dad...It is less than 2 weeks until Christmas and I cannot describe how much I miss you and how this year will be so sadly different. We are all trying to go on, keeping your memory alive within our hearts and minds. Love you all the time!!!
Cynthia
November 28, 2002
Father you are missed more than you ever expected. Today was Thanksgiving and it didn't even seem like a holiday without you. We cried for you dad. Wish you wouldn't have died. Juan says he really misses you too. Juan also states he has no one to talk to anymore.Love and miss you Father, Cynthia
Debbie Crone
November 27, 2002
Hey DaD...tomorrow is Thanksgiving and it won't be the same without you and your wonderful gravy :) I love you and think warm thoughts of you today, tomorrow and always! Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Cynthia Gardner
November 5, 2002
Father the other night I had a dream about you. You asked me why did you die. I couldn't answer that because we don't know either. I felt your shoulder and you were stiff. This dream has been on my mind constantly. I love you Dad, my heart aches for you. Love, Cynthia
Debbie Crone
October 31, 2002
Hey Dad...Happy Halloween!!! You are always with me in spirit!!! Love you PoP!!
Debbie Crone
October 24, 2002
Hey Pop, What a game that was tonight, 16-4 with the Giants on top!! It was great wasn't it??? Love you and miss you!!!
Debbie Crone
October 12, 2002
Hey Pop...our Giants are 2 games up against the Cardinals! If they win 2 more games they will be the National League Champs!! Wish you could be here to celebrate their victory!!! Love you all the way!!!
Debbie Crone
October 5, 2002
Here we are almost 2 months since you left us and it still hurts so much to know that I won't get to see you or here your voice! I miss you and love you!!!!
Cynthia Gardner
September 29, 2002
Father I truely miss you. Your on my mind day and night. Your the greatest. I am taking good care of Mom. Mom misses you too. Love and kisses.
Debbie Crone
September 27, 2002
Hey Pop, Hope you know how much you will always mean to us and how sorely you are missed. You are in my thoughts constantly, remembered with much love and respect!
Cynthia Gardner
September 15, 2002
Dad life without you is so lonely and sad. You are the one that taught me so much about life. Everyday your on my mind. You were the perfect Father. Miss you Daddy
Debbie Crone
September 12, 2002
I love you and wish you could be here with us. Missing you everyday!!!
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