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Cecil Zarate Obituary

Cecil "Chicho" Zarate
Feb. 25, 1929-Dec. 28, 2012

Cecil "Chicho" Zarate 83, a lifelong resident of Azusa, California, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2012 at home with his beloved family by his side. After a courageous three month battle with pancreatic cancer, The Lord said it was time and led him to eternal heaven.

Cecil is survived by Carmen "Anna", his loving and devoted wife of 56 years, daughter Mandy Braun (Phil), son Mark (Monica), grandchildren Lindsay & Keith Braun, siblings Mike (Ophelia), Nacho (Dolores), Lupe Torres (Joe) and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

From 1950 - 1953, Cecil served his country in the United States Army reaching Private First Class while stationed in Virginia, Washington State and Alaska. Upon his honorable discharge, he was employed as a machine operator for United Concrete Pipe Company in Baldwin Park, California from 1954 - 1981. After his temporary retirement, Cecil worked part-time for Citrus College in field maintenance from 1984 until his death. An avid fan of UCLA athletics, he also enjoyed Dodgers baseball, Lakers basketball and WWE wrestling. During his spare time, Cecil loved to work in his yard and keep it looking immaculate, along with spoiling his two grandchildren. These pleasures always brought a proud smile to his face.

Visitation will be held at Oakdale Mortuary in Glendora, California on Wednesday, January 9th from 5:30 - 8:30 pm with rosary at 7:00pm. Funeral mass will be held at St. Frances of Rome Church in Azusa on Thursday, January 10th at 9:00 am with gravesite burial immediately following at Oakdale Cemetery.

Published by San Gabriel Valley Tribune on Jan. 4, 2013.
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Dad, It's been one year since you left us. It fills like yesterday that you were still with us. Not a moment of the day goes by that I dont think about you. UCLA games are not the same now that your not here to watch them with or to talk about. Im watch over mom and helping with things around the house like I promissed you I would. You will forever be with me in my heart and thoughts. Until we meet again, Love and miss you always

Mark Zarate

December 27, 2013

Dad,
We miss you so much. Just know that our hearts are still aching and we think of you everyday. I'm taking care of mom just like you asked me to.
I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH ??

Mandy Braun

April 6, 2013

Dad,
I think of you everyday. Thank you for being the best father to me and awesome grandpa to my kids. We miss you dearly and we all cry when we think of you.
I LOVE YOU

Mandy Braun

January 26, 2013

NINO you were a man like no other with a smile always on your face and kinds words to say no matter What. You are truely a role model to us all on how we should love and cherish those who matter most in our lives. You will be missed by all but we will carry you in our hearts. Until we meet again....I love you

valerie gonzales

January 10, 2013

Words cannot express the sorrow we are feeling. You were a very special in our lives and will forever remain in our heart and in our thoughts.

Love you and will miss you very much Tio Chicho.

The Oleson's - Patti, Tony, Raeann, Anthony and Hailee

January 9, 2013

Rest in peace. For you are now starting a new and painless life with our father all mighty. And blessed mother.

charlie(chapo) and connie ortiz

January 9, 2013

Cecil,
We will miss you and your longtime support of Azusa Pony Baseball and the Azusa Youth Program. Go Tigers!!!
Regards,
Joe Jacobs
Director of Recreation and Family Services
City of Azusa

January 7, 2013

Uncle Chicho.(Niño) you will be missed! Those that knew you knew an amazing man. You will always be in my heart and I will never forget you! Stella

Stella Zarate

January 5, 2013

Cecil was always a good friend and neighbor to our family. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Tim and Anna Wells
Azusa, Ca

January 4, 2013

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