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CARMEN CAJIGAS Obituary
On December 26, 2016 our beloved Carmen was welcomed into the Gates of Heaven, after enjoying with her family and friends the most memorable Christmas day. Carmen was born the baby of the family to Eulogia and Pedro Ruiz on November 6, 1944 in Brawley, CA. At the tender age of 16 she met the love of her life Filomeno Cajigas Jr. and married him on July 19, 1962 in El Centro, CA. She had three beautiful children; Albert, Valerie and Erica. We will always remember her joyous, friendly and loving character. She loved being surrounded by those she loved and would never pass up a chance to sing Karoeke to her favorite Mexican Songs or dance with her husband or anyone willing. She will remain in our hearts forever. She was preceded in death by her son, Albert; parents, Pedro and Eulogia; brothers, Catarino and Fidencio Ruiz; sisters, Natividad Duran and Martina Gonzales. She is survived by her husband, Filomeno Cjigas of Brawley; daughters, Valerie (Greg) Kastner of Brawley and Erica (Robert) Rodriguez of Brawley; daughter-in-law, Denise Cajigas; sister, Jessie Olivas of Brawley; 9 grandchildren, Albert, Michael, Nikki, Michelle, Kevin, Eric, Daniel, Jacob and Aaron; and 5 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 from 6 to 9 p.m. at with rosary at 7 p.m. at Frye Chapel and Mortuary in Brawley, CA. Burial will be held privately.
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Gloria Blanco
January 5, 2017
Tio Jr, Valerie and Erica, I think that the loss of a mother or wife is by far the saddest event of anyone's lifetime. There is just no other loss that measures up to this one. But knowing my tia as we do, she wouldn't want you sitting around grieving but rather celebrating the wonderful life she led.I will always remember the beautiful smile that she always displayed. I always admired her tireless energy, nothing ever slowed her down. Our deepest condolences to you all. Love you.
The Escalante Family
January 4, 2017
Valeria & Erica,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Mother Carmen. May God bring you peace, comfort, and strength during this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God Bless.
January 4, 2017
Our deepest condolences from Joe and Mary Godinez.
Cindy Ortiz-Fukumoto
January 3, 2017
My heart goes out to my uncle Filomeno, cousins Valerie and Erica. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort knowing that she has now joined her only son Albert, mother, father, brothers, sisters, and many other loved ones, including my mother Linda. Loved my aunt Carmen so much, and will sadly miss her. My Brawley visits will never be the same. Going to miss her voice, smiles, contagious laughs, and phone conversations. She was a beautiful, strong, funny, and hardworking woman, who loved her family very much. Her grandchildren kept her very happy, and were the highlight of her life. She was loved by many, and was everybody's Tia Carmen! Her home was always warm and welcoming. I will cherish the wonderful memories that I have of her. She was special, and I will keep her in my heart forever!..."I love you aunt Carmen"...May you Rest In Peace...Until we meet again!
Rita Romero
January 1, 2017
Erica and Valarie, thinking of you both during this time of sorrow. My deepest condolences over the loss of your mom and my dearest aunt. May she Rest In Peace with our Heavenly Father.
Rosemary Doss
January 1, 2017
I've known you all of my life, thank you for being there for me during my mother's stay at the hospital and during her departure to heaven. Thank you for showing me and my sisters so much love and support. May you rest in peace, may you find joy and comfort with our Lord Jesus and all your loved ones especially your son Albert, may you rest with my mother too. You will be missed so much, thank you for the hospitality and smiles. I love you forever!
The Escalante Family
January 1, 2017
Valerie & Erica,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Mother Carmen. May God comfort you all during this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless.
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