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BORN
10/02/1944
DIED
10/11/2010
MARY ZEPEDA Obituary
Our beloved Mother, Nana, sister, and friend passed away on October 11, 2010, after a sudden and unexpected illness, surrounded by her loving children and Grandchildren. She was born Mary Teresa Zaragoza on October 2, 1944, in Porterville, CA, raised in Hanford, CA, and graduated from Venice High in 1963. All together she had seven brothers and five sisters. She moved to Santa Maria in 1968 after marrying Gilberto Zepeda where she would be a homemaker to her 4 children. She later divorced. Anyone who knew Mary knew she loved her family, and friends. The highlight of her life was taking care of her grandchildren. She was also known for being a good cook, always had a smile on her face, and was fond of her Bear collection. The little things in life made her happy.
She is survived by her four Children, Dolores Cabatan, Gilbert Zepeda, and Yolanda Estrada, all of Santa Maria. Son's in law Mario Cabatan, and Martin Estrada, her 7 grand children, Annika Bourbon of Oxnard, CA, Carlitos (CJ) Barrera, Rudy Leon, Aliah Leon, Kelsie Cabatan, Steven Cabatan, Isaiah Estrada, great granddaughter Kiera Leon, her sister Sally Zaragoza all of Santa Maria, Brothers Salvador and James Zaragoza, both of Bakersfield, CA. and Johnny Zaragoza of Cudahy, CA. She was preceded in death by her Mother Maria Dolores Zaragoza Father Silviano Zaragoza, Grandson Roman Estrada, and numerous brothers and sisters.
She will be missed by all. Rosary service will be held at Dudley Hoffman Mortuary on Monday October 18, 2010 at 3:30 p.m, and a church service at St. Mary's Church on Tuesday October 19, 2010 at 9:30 a.m.
Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens.
Dudley-Hoffman
Mortuary & Crematory
(805) 922-8463
www.dudleyhoffmanmortuary.com
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Memories and Condolences
for MARY ZEPEDA
Yolanda
October 9, 2024
Mom, we all still think about you often. We´ll be having our annual memorial for you and now for Gogo too. Until we meet again.
frances brawner
October 17, 2010
Teresa,Dolores,Yolanda,Gibert, my prayers of strength and love go out to you girls, your mom was a very special lady in my life and my family.. the love she was so pure, she always had the right words of wisdom to say and just fill our lives with laughter. she will be deeply missed.
She will be with our Father basking in his Glory. Free from all pain. She will be with all of her love ones who have left before, and i know she will see my mother.
just remember here on earth everyone was lucky to have meet such a great and loving person.. her memories will last us our life time.
frances brawner
October 17, 2010
To Teresa, Dolores,Yolanda,Gilbert, my prayers and condolences go out to you 4, my memories of your mother are so special, she touched me in so many ways, as our neighbor for 10 years, she was alway with that special smile, and if i was upset she always tried to make me happy, knowing your mom was a blessing in my life, and the treasure of memories will last a life time.. when your mom came into our lives she not only touched mine but she touched my mothers also which made them life long friends.. I love u girls and pray for you..
with a special key in my heart love frances brawner( La Comadre)
Jessica Zamudio
October 15, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dolores Cabatan
October 15, 2010
Thank you to everyone who loved my mom, those that asked for my mom all the time to see how she was doing. My mom had many friends and people who loved her. We miss her and love her very much. We have the hope that we will see her again and I can't wait to tell her how much people loved her and how much they missed her. Thank you.
October 15, 2010
So sorry to hear about your mom. You are in our prayers. May God be with you all in this time of need. Losing someone you love deeply is very hard. God Bless. Vera Alarcon
Erika Mamaligsa
October 15, 2010
"Nina I could have never asked for a better one," You were always there when needed with out hesitation. You always thought about everyone else first. Now you will be with your comadre up in Gods hands. The memories that I have with you will never be forgotten. Love
Erika
Veronica Cortez
October 15, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Yolanda Estrada
October 15, 2010
Mom I love you with all my heart. You are such a great person thank you for making me the person I am today. I have many great memories of us, and your grandchildren love you so much. It's hard to know I just can't pick up the phone anymore to talk to you, or just take a minute drive to go see you. I look forward to the day of the ressurection where we can meet again. I love you mom.
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