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Andrea Chavez Obituary

Andrea Arias Chavez, 36, of Indio, Calif. passed away March 18, 2011. Andrea was born on August 5, 1974 to Gilbert and Irene Chavez in Palm Springs, Calif. She married Oscar Bustos in 1994 of Indio, the father of her older children. Andrea worked in various phases of retails in the Coachella Valley throughout her life. She is survived by her husband, Michael Caballero; daughters, Marlisa Bustos, Gabriela Bustos and Danielle Bustos; as well as her sons, Oscar Bustos, Gilbert Bustos, Joel Bustos, Jacob Chavez, Richard Caballeros and Vincent Caballeros; one grandchild and one grandchild on the way; and her parents, Gilbert and Irene Chavez, all of Indio. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Gabriel and Eric Chavez. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00AM on Friday, March 25, 2011 at Destiny Church 82-625, Showcase Parkway, Indio, CA, interment will follow at the Coachella Valley Cemetery. FitzHenry-Wiefels is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Desert Sun on Mar. 24, 2011.

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Becky Arias Perez Vertti & Family

March 19, 2023

Aunt Irene, Uncle Gilbert:
Your Angel continues to watch over you,and is always at your side.
God Bless you both.
Becky Arias Perez Vertti.

Becky Arias Perez Vertti & Family

March 18, 2022

Aunt Irene,Uncle Gilbert:
So many years have gone by, but Andrea will FOREVER BE IN YOUR HEARTS.
Never to be forgotten,and always remembered with a SMILE.
Love you both,
Becky & Family.

Marisella Duran

March 18, 2021

I remember all the good times we had, I miss you and wished you were with us.

Becky Arias Perez Vertti

March 18, 2021

Aunt Irene & Uncle Gilbert:
You two are the most amazing people,I'm sure your little girl is always smiling down from the Heaven above..be safe.
Love you!
BECKY Arias Perez Vertti & family.
Orange County,Ca

March 18, 2020

Uncle Gilbert and Aunt Irene:
She is forever in your hearts and in ours. Her legacy lives on in her children.
You are always in my prayers

BECKY ARIAS PEREZ VERTTI & FAM.
Orange County,Ca

Becky Perez Vertti

March 18, 2019

Aunt Irene and Uncle Gilbert....time has gone by so fast, since your Angel Andrea went to heaven.
You two are her Angels here on earth.
GOD bless you.
Love You,
Your neice,
BECKY ARIAS PEREZ VERTTI AND FAMILY

Beverly Thacker

August 28, 2011

Gilbert and Irene I am so sorry to hear about you losing your little Andie-boots. She was a very sweet girl, and I'm sure a wonderful woman and mom. I was searching for you online and found the notice of her death. May God comfort you both.

GABBY VALENZUELA

July 14, 2011

ANDREA... MAY U REST IN PEACE... YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE NOW....YOU WERE ONE OF THE NICEST PEOPLE I EVER KNEW.... I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE FUN TIMES WE HAD.... AND THEIR WERE ALOT... YOU'LL ALWAYS BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.... YOUR FRIEND, GABBY VALENZUELA

Bustos

May 10, 2011

Rest in Paradise mom you will be missed and you will never be forgotten. ill do everything i can to make you happy when your watching me

Tom Berry

April 13, 2011

Gilbert and Irene, My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time, may she rest in the arms of the Lord.Tom Berry

Jacob Martinez

April 6, 2011

My condolences to you all , May God give you peace and comfort in the years to come , my prayers go to the both of you Irene and Gilbert.

irma perez arias

April 6, 2011

tia irene and tio gilbert ,god will give you the confort that you need, we so sorry por your loss, but I really belive that she is taking care for all you from heaven , love irma perez arias from mexico city

April 1, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief.


Sanchez Family

April 1, 2011

Pastors Gilbert and Irene, We just heard of your loss. Although we couldn't be there physically, our hearts are with you. We feel the pain, as you felt ours when we lost our niece and nephew, many yeas ago. Love you all, Maria Gomez, and daugthers, Joanna, Lucerito, and Vanessa

cynthia garcia

March 29, 2011

Life is truely unpredictable dre u will forever have a place in our hearts may u now be at peace ur cousin cynthia garcia and family

Rakal Westerman

March 28, 2011

Our condolescences to Andrea's family...I had the priviledge to teach her son Oscar Bustos at Comm School...truly an amazing young man n a favorite student of mine..he has a great heart! May the grace of God bring u comfort...Peace be with all of u~

Rakal Westerman

March 28, 2011

Our condolescences to Andrea's family...I had the priviledge to teach her son Oscar Bustos at Comm School...truly an amazing young man n a favorite student of mine..he has a great heart! May the grace of God bring u comfort...Peace be with all of u~

March 27, 2011

may you rest in peace ANDREA, your an now AN ANGEL now in heave looking down on us,,, just like my brother ADRIAN, i remember you when you and oscar gave me ride,, you were such a nice person i will pray for you and your children and your mom and day, and for oscar too.............may you R.I.P. and when you see my brother ADRIAN G. SANCEZ in HEAVEN please give him a big hug and kiss for me..... I MISS HIM SOOO MUCH

Janell Mi

March 27, 2011

R.I.P ANDREA WE MISS U GURL

Diana Arellano

March 26, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you may God comfort you all durring this difficult time.

J. Norbert McDaniel

March 25, 2011

On this day and forever, God bless her memory.

March 25, 2011

R.I.P. Andrea, prayer to the Chavez family and Andrea's children
Virgie Lopez, Indio, Ca

Ron Gentry

March 25, 2011

Dear Gilbert and Irene,

I know the Lord with be with you and your grandchildren. I'm very sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you and the children. May the Comforter be with you always,

Patty Garcia Nieto

March 25, 2011

My prayers go out to Mr. and Mrs. Chavez and Andrea's family. I just heard about Andrea late last night and was unable to attend her services. I'm so sorry for your loss, I pray that you all will seek the Lord's arms for comfort. Andrea, Through out the years I have thought and prayed for you. We had a good time in the Christian school together. I have missed you and always will.

Jobina Perez-Reyes

March 25, 2011

My thoughts an prayer are with your family in this difficult time.

Pam Messick Crabtree

March 25, 2011

Gilbert and Family: I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Angelica Heraz

March 25, 2011

God had plans for Andrea....sumXs we just dont understand? My prayer for ALL her family be, that they be comforted by Gods peace, love, strength and word. For He is the end all be all!!!! He is EVERYTHING any1 will ever truly need..& should want. God bless you ALL! **Andrea, the Xs were few, but memorable.
**Prov 22:6 KJV Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old,

Elia Vasquez Gentry

March 25, 2011

Irene, my friend from long ago, my thoughts are with you, Gilbert and Andreas children. May the sweet memories of Andrea always help you know that her spirit will live on inside of everyone who knew and loved her. May the love and prayers of your friends comfort you. My deepest sympathy to the Arias Chavez family.

GLORIA M LICON

March 25, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Hazel Perez

March 25, 2011

Our prayers go out to the entire family of Andrea Arias Chavez. May God give his peace that passes all understanding in this time of your loss.

Toni & Michael Patrick

March 24, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to Irene and Gilbert and all of Andrea's children and loved ones. You are in our prayers. May memories of happy times with Andrea and the hope we have in Christ sustain you.

Lori Gamboa

March 24, 2011

Gilbert&Irene&family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you,God Bless you. Love & Prayers,Gamboa family

Michelle Ruiz

March 24, 2011

I can't believe your gone. My heart hurts for your children I can't imagine their pain. You'll always be in my heart

Rachel Leyva

March 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Esteban & Rebecca Navarro

March 24, 2011

Apostle Gilbert & Pastor Irene & kids, Our deepest condolences to you all, Andrea was a friend & she will be missed. Your family is in our hearts, thoughts & prayers. God bless.

Kathleen Gayler

March 24, 2011

Although it has been a long time, I will still miss you. Thank you Mollie for introducng me to such a beautiful, sweet and funny girl.with the prettiest smile. Drey,you will be missed by so many. Watch over us as I know you will ! and I will see you on the other side... with Love and blessings. Kathleen and Kristina Gayler

Hilda Escalera

March 24, 2011

It was a great pleasure knowing you for over 30 years. Andrea you will be truly missed and your smile and laughter will be in our hearts forever....

Manuel&Nellie Monreal

March 24, 2011

Sorry for you loss. May The Lord keep you in His perfect peace.

Bob & Sandy Duran

March 24, 2011

Gilbert, Irene & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. There aren't any words that can really comfort you during this extremely sad and difficult time. Our loved ones never leave us because they will always be in our heart and we will always have the memories of them to cherish forever. We send our love and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.

Nick & Cristina Ramirez

March 24, 2011

my dear friend Andrea, man i cant image that this happened. We have been friends for a long time. you will always remain in my heart as well as our memories. I will miss you! but I know we will see each other again in Gods kingdom. My prayers will be with your parents and your kids..

Roxanne Cerda

March 24, 2011

Im still shocked to hear your gone Dre. It was a pleasure gettin to know you through ur best friend Vero yrs ago and we had some fun times hangin out. Even though its been a couple of years since i seen you u will forever remain in all of our hearts. Ur kids n Parents will remain in my prayers. your an Angel now REST N PEACE!

Pamela Miller

March 24, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Robert & Annette Martinez

March 24, 2011

To my cousin Gilbert & Irene , We are so sorry for your loss,May God bless you and your Family.

Abel Coronado

March 24, 2011

So sorry for your loss my the peace of our Lord Jesus comfort and keep you strong through this tuff time, Andrea was my friend and was a good person, she will be missed....Our prayers are with the Chavez and Bustos Family....
Sincerely,
Abel and Arlene Coronado

Tricia Powell

March 24, 2011

Drey this is truly a nightmare....its hard to belive its even real we had alot of goodtimes as well as or bad ones ...but we always were here for one another..I know your still here with me today even if its not physical you will always be in my heart because you were a TRUE FRIEND too me .....I'm truly sorry things had too end this way for you and your family my heart goes out to them your parents they are a gift from heaven....and your kids well they are great kids I love them all......you'll will be missed R.I.P Drey

Marisella Duran

March 24, 2011

andrea was a person that was full of life and smiles.I had the pleasure of getting to know her years ago.I drove her to her wedding to my cousin oscar.I am going to miss you.I know your in heaven smiling down on us.My prayers are with her children and parents.Andrea will always be in our hearts.Rest in peace

Maria Griffin

March 24, 2011

Rest in peace my dear friend <3 I love you and miss you but will never forget about you:) in our hearts you'll live forever ..

Rosa Quintero

March 24, 2011

With heavy hearts we pray for peace and comfort to all who knew you and love you.
Tia and Tio we love you God bless you.
John and Rosa Quintero and family

Ruben and Irene Castro

March 24, 2011

Our prayers and condolences to your family. We are so sorry for the loss of Andrea. Our hearts and prayers are with you. From Ruben and Irene Castro

Robert & Cecilia (Sanchez-Monroy

March 24, 2011

Our heart and prayers go out to THE ARIAS-CHAVEZ family and to all of Andreas precious children,,,in this very very difficult time, there are no words to express, having lost my precious ADRIAN G. SANCHEZ 18 yrs ago,, i know the feeling very well. I LOVE YOU APOSTAL GILBERT & IRENE CHAVEZ. "ANDREA YOU WILL NEVER B FORGOTTON,", adrian had mentioned a few days before he passed away 'ONE DAY MOM ALL MY FRIENDS WILL BE WITH ME IN HEAVEN" BECAUSE I PRAY FOR THEM EVERYDAY,,,,,,,,,,,WE DONT UNDERSTAND WHY THING S HAPPEN THE WAY THEY DO,, ALL WE CAN DO IS TRUST THE LORD,,, "all things work to good for those that love THE LORD".. the LORD gave me that scripture n the passing of my beloved SON. and i pass it on to you all. YOU ARE N OUR PRAYERS,,,,,,,,,,,,

VANGIE FOWLER

March 24, 2011

REST IN PEACE.FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRSYERS.

Sara Saenz

March 24, 2011

To the Arias family My prayers & thoughts go out to you in this diffcult times. There are no words that can comfort you at this time, but only that God here to comfort you.

Lynn Fonseca

March 24, 2011

Andrea, I will forever miss your laughter. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Becky Perez Vertti

March 24, 2011

An Angel now,may she rest in peace.......
Uncle Gilbert,Aunt Irene,my heart is with you,but always remember,she is not suffering. Love you both,will see you soon.
Becky Perez Vertti & Family.

The Barron family

March 24, 2011

My prayers and thoughts are with you, in this difficult and trying time, but comfort shall come and know that jesus is right where you need him. Sorry for your loss, healing and comfort are on their way.

March 24, 2011

My prayers are with you now in this trying time,we have questions but no answers, but we do know that jesus is with us.For this to shall pass, I know what it is to lose a child there is no words to erase the pain. but do know that there is healing. may god keep you and comfort you for he is with you. .

Nancy Padilla

March 24, 2011

You may be physically gone but will remain in mine and other people's hearts for a long time if not forever. You will never be forgotten. Thank you for all the good memories.

Melinda Ruiz

March 24, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your family, friends, faith, and memories of Andrea bring you comfort in the difficult hours, days, months ahead.

I am so sorry for your loss....

Mollie Torres

March 24, 2011

Andrea, you were a blessing in mine & Robert's life, we had so many good times~your laughter, smile & kindness will be missed but not forgotten. Forever will you be in my heart & memories. RIP Prima....

Alma

March 24, 2011

Rest in peace Andrea

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