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Andrea Fraire Meza

1923 - 2017

Andrea Fraire Meza obituary, 1923-2017, Whittier, CA

BORN

1923

DIED

2017

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Guerra & Gutierrez Mortuary - Montebello

5800 E. Beverly Blvd.

Los Angeles, California

Andrea Meza Obituary

MEZA, Andrea Fraire

Andrea Fraire Meza passed away on July 12, 2017 at the age of 93. She was born in El Paso, Texas on December 1, 1923. She is survived by her Husband, Paul to whom she was married for 74 years, two children, Paul Meza of Monterey Park, and Daughter, Patricia Telles of Whittier. She leaves behind 7 Grandchildren, Paula Emanuele, Phil Meza, Anthony Meza, Richard A. Meza, Paul Meza Jr, Eric Vincent Telles, Edward Martin Telles, 7 Great-Grandchildren, Nicole Meza, Christine Meza, Matthew Emanuele, Novelle Meza, Mokihana Kauhola Telles, and Noah Eric Telles, Sister, Charlotte, Brothers, Tony, Vincent, Peter, David, Mike and numerous Nieces and Nephews in California.
In her earlier years, Andrea worked 23 years as a sewing machine operator, making slip covers for furniture. She also worked manufacturing swimming pools and beach balls. She retired in early 1971 to spend more time with her grandchildren.
Andrea had a heart of gold and great compassion for others in need. Her personality and generosity earned her many friends within the community. On top of being a loving and giving Grandmother, she volunteered for the Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW #3752, she was very proud of her service. Andrea chaired many fund raising activities. She volunteered for 26 years for the VFW Post Friday night Dinners, hosted and chaired Disabled Veteran's luncheons for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Veteran's Day, Memorial Day, Children's Holiday parties for the children and grandchildren of the VFW members, disabled and special needs children throughout the community.
Andrea loved spending her free time with friends and family, traveling to Stateline, Laughlin, Las Vegas, and every Casino she could find. Visiting her sister in San Diego and Brother In Hemet, California. Among her favorite trips, were her pilgrimages to the Shrine of St. Jude in San Francisco, California to pray for spiritual guidance, Hope, health and Peace. May Andrea Rest In Peace. She will be missed by all.
Memorial Service to be held on Sunday July 30, 6pm, Guerra & Gutierrez Mortuary, 6338 Greenleaf Ave. Whittier.

Published by Whittier Daily News on Jul. 28, 2017.
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Dear Aunt Chata, it’s been a yr now since ur daughter passed. Now she’s with you, uncle Paul & Dickie. I know she was so sick n in a lot lot of pain. I take comfort in knowing she is there with all of you & no longer suffering down here. Monday is her birthday plz give her a big BDay hug from me. I miss her so much. As l get older l realize that each day is a gift from God. My priorities in life are not in material things but in my husband n my family. One day l will see you all again. I miss all of you especially my Mom & Dad. Give them a kiss from me. Love & miss you. Rest in paradise, your niece, Patsy Reyes

Patsy Reyes

Family

July 21, 2023

Patricia Telles

Daughter

May 8, 2022

Patsy Reyrs

December 2, 2021

Patsy Reyrs

December 2, 2021

Patsy Reyrs

December 2, 2021

Patsy Reyrs

December 2, 2021

Patsy Reyrs

December 2, 2021

Patsy Reyrs

December 2, 2021

Dear Aunt Chata, you finally have your honey, Uncle Paul with you now. What a legend he was to both the Fraire @ Meza families. God let him live to be 100 yrs old then took him home to be with you. Now all four of you are together. My mom, dad, uncle Paul & yourself. I can picture all of you having a wonderful time up there in your new heavenly bodies. You can celebrate everyday in heaven together. It gets hard sometimes on us down here bc we miss all of you so much. We know that you all want us to continue your legacies so we continue to do that. God never gives us more then we can handle but losing all of you has been hard. Patsy has been going through a hard time with her illness but l know she is getting better & in a better place today then she was 6 months ago. We talk & Text & it´s been good for both of us. For now we do our best to go on with out all of you. Please give my parents & your viejo a hug & a kiss from me. Until we see each other again l want you to know that you all are loved & will never be forgotten. All of the memories & are faith keep us going.
RIP your niece, Patsy Reyes

Patsy Reyrs

December 2, 2021

Momma, I know your celebrating happily now with Dad by your side. Now that your both gone it’s a very empty feeling. I will see you again. mom, celebrate the way you always did with a danceI I love you
Mija

Patricia Telles

Daughter

December 1, 2021

Hi Momma, I know that your watching us and you know Dad is very sick. I sit with him daily and sometimes he talks and recognizes and sometimes he just gazes, I would like to think he’s looking at you. Yesterday and Today he called out “Honey” . Mom, I can’t believe he is 100 years old now. I know he’s tired and he misses you as we all do. I sit here and watch him everyday. Sometimes I can’t wake him up and other times he’s pretty talkative. I know you can’t wait to embrace Dad, but I’m just not ready to let him go. I sit here and think about childhood, teen and adult memories that were so special to me. All these memories of you both and me together, I had forgotten and they came to mind while sitting watching Pop. I Never wanted to share your time with my brothers, all my memories are of the three of us at Stream land park, Disneyland, shopping, and visiting my cousins in Upland and Otay. Dad just enjoyed taking us everywhere.these precious forgotten memories
came back to me. So Mom, Dads getting pretty tired and weak and I know sometime soon you will be seeing him, once the Lord calls for him. I sit here and cry when I have to leave his side not knowing if I will see him again the next morning. Momma, pray for us please and I know when the Lord calls for me, I will see you soon. We love you and miss you so much Momma.
So for today Dad and I say goodnight

Patricia Telles

Daughter

September 14, 2021

Mama, you and I are so blessed to have family that will ever forget us. Patsy Reyes has been so wonderful and sending you greetings annually I am forever grateful for her love To you. I know I skipped a few years not sending you any greetings but that doesn´t mean that I forgotten you. I love you so very much I think of you every day and I miss you so much. Mokihana K. speaks of you daily as well she misses her little Grammy. I hope that one day we will meet at Heaven´s Gate. I just want to thank Patsy Reyes from the bottom my heart for always thinking of you. I love her she´s a wonderful cousin to me. She came to visit me while attending Uncle Tonys memorial service. I´m so sorry for your brothers loss. I know you have a special place in your heart for him and Uncle Peter they always show their love to you and to all our family. I know I´ll see you soon mom and I can hardly wait. This illness that I have is very overcoming my body is very painful and I know that you´re up there praying for me to get better. So mom Until next time Hugs love kisses and prayers . I love you so much mija

Mija

Family

July 21, 2021

Dear Aunt Chata, it´s been 4 yrs since you went to heaven. So much has happened. Now Uncle Tony has gone to be with all of you. I´m so glad you & my mom weren´t here to go through this COVID mess. I´m sure uncle Tony will tell you all about it. I saw Patsy & Uncle Paul last week. I´m praying for them both & I know you are too. Your viejo will be 100 yrs old, Wow! I also saw your great granddaughter Moki & Eric. She is so beautiful & loving & looks like her daddy.
For as far back as I can remember you were always a part of my life. I miss you & our conversations . Patsy & I stay in close contact just the way you & my mom did. She´s not doing too good right now but of course you know that. I know you have everyone up there praying for her. I know Gods going to see her through. I always picture all of you up in heaven having such a good time because in heaven there is no more pain. Until l see you again, Please give my mom a great big hug & kiss from meYour niece Patsy

Patsy Reyes

Family

July 20, 2021

Mom, sending you love and kisses. Missing you so much. So nice of Patsy R. To send you Annv. Wishes. Thank you Prima. Patsy and I were talking about you and Aunt Charlotte and missing all those crazy get togethers and laughs we had. You both left us so many great memories Mom and because of those memories, Patsy and I have a wonderful legacy to pass on. Your with great company up in heaven, never a dull moment and laughs by the minute, that comforts me Mom. Give hugs to uncle Chuy , Aunt Jessie and Aunt Charlotte they are the ones that made us laugh so much and pee in our pants. I cant wait to be with all of you once again and relive those days. I found out that your DOB is actually Nov. 30Th and you were married on the 19th. Dad is doing well, I know you have your eye on him. Love ❤you Mom talk to you soon.

Patricia Telles

Daughter

July 19, 2020

Aunt Chata you left us 3 yrs ago & you are surely missed. I have so many memories of you in my life as far back as I can remember. You were always a big part of my moms life & mine. Now my Mom, Charlotte (your sister) is up in heaven with you. I can just imagine all the chisme You, Uncle Chuy & Aunt Jessi had for her when she got there. Lol Now you all look down on all your family as our angels & the chisme between all of you lives on. RIP

Patsy Reyes

Family

July 18, 2020

Momma, 2 years have passed and we talk about you and miss you every single day. We put out your favorite cherry tootsie pops for all to enjoy as they come by to say hello. Yesterday would have been yours and Dads 75th wedding Anniversary, we had so hoped we could have had a big party to celebrate just as you would want with all your Children and Friends but God had other plans for you and I know your happy with a new body just walking everywhere as you had prayed. we are all with you every single day Momma and youll never be alone.

Patricia Telles

Daughter

July 19, 2019

Mama, Im sitting here in my room looking at pictures and thinking of how much I really miss you. Everyone is doing ok, you would be so proud of Noah, he graduates in one more year. Mokihana just started Kindergarten and shes enrolled in a language academy, can you believe it? Shes learning to speak Spanish and doing so well, dont worry Mom, I wont help her unless I know its correct. Dad is doing well, hes here with us and staying in your room. He is being spoiled by everyone and he gets to see Mokihana everyday after school, which brightens his day. Noah moved back in for his last school year and gets to see Dad a lot too. Your always with us Mom and we feel your presence. The boys are doing well and miss you so much. Aunt Linda passed away a few months ago, Im sure you already know that. We celebrated Mokies birthday in Maui this last April for her 5th Birthday. This Saturday Aunt Charlotte will be celebrating her 90th. We cant go, Dad says he wont make it, you know why. Well Mom just dropping a line and want to tell you before I sign off, that I miss you so much and wish you were here watching your GrandChildren grow up. I know they will never forget you, little Mommas always talks about you and wants to make sure your walking Joey and Jasmine. ;) ok Goodnight for now Momma, I love you.

Patsy Telles

Daughter

September 17, 2018

Patsy Telles

Daughter

May 17, 2018

Patsy Telles

Daughter

May 17, 2018

Momma, its been a few days since Mothers Day and my first MD without you. It hurts so bad Momma. I am so sorry I didnt post this on MD, guess I was busy posting it on social media. We celebrated you at home and shared stories that Im sure made you laugh. We miss you so much Momma, its not the same without you. Dont you worry about Dad hes doing just fine here at home. The boys spoil him and he actually told me the other day that I sound like you...is that good or bad! Dads gonna be 97 this year Mom and its your 76th Wedding Anniversary. Ive shared some pictures on your page from that day Momma.
Mokie and Noah are growing so fast. Mokie starts kinder this year and Noah will be graduating from college next year. I know your watching over them Momma, your Babies. I love you Mom, you are on my mind and in my heart everyday and forever. Give Hugs to all our loved ones you are with now and continue to be our guardian Angel .
Te Amo Mama
Mija

Patsy Telles

Daughter

May 17, 2018

Patricia Telles

December 26, 2017

Momma, Merry Christmas...I miss you so very much. Daddy and I talk about you all the time, mostly about your cooking, especially this time of year when you would make your tamales. Daddy is doing well, I'm sure you know that. Mokihana and I talk about you every time she's here. She told me to ask you if you would walk Joey. You and Joey are together in heaven she says. Momma, she's so beautiful and I know she was the light of your life. Remember this, she knew you well enough to love you so much. She kisss your picture too. We celebrated Christmas at a restaurant and came home to open presents and you were really missed. I'm sending you a kiss and a pic of the boys and daddy. We all love you Mommy. Felix Navidad Mamma.

December 25, 2017

Momma, 2 months have passed and I miss you deeply. I'm happy that your free of pain now and hope your settled in with Dickie, your Sisters, Brothers and nephews n Nieces.
Dad is doing well and tucked in here at home with me. Dad and I talk about you quite a bit, and I'm surprised by some things he's told me about you when you were dating, all good. Well Momma give love n hugs to my brother and all family you have reunited with. I love you Mom. Your never forgotten <3

Patsy Telles

September 14, 2017

Patsy Telles

August 2, 2017

Sincere condolences to the family, May your hearts be comforted forever as you cope with the loss in your life - Philip 4:6&7

August 1, 2017

Mom your service was beautiful. I know you were there with Dad, the boys and your family. Hope you were dancing to Mariachi music. We love you Mom

Mija

August 1, 2017

Our condolences to my uncle Paul, Cousins Paulie, Patsy & all the family. It was a beautiful celebration of your life Tia. I know you could feel the love & the mariachi made you smile & dance. I was honored to speak about you. I know you were in pain & tired both mentally & physically. Your heart was breaking & you didn't want to leave uncle Paul & your family but God had his own plans for you. He took you to your eternal home to be with him & be reunited with Dicky, your mom, dad & all your siblings. RIP in your new body. Live, laugh, dance & party on. I'll see you again. We ❤you aunt Chata
Your niece Patsy & Paul Reyes

Patsy Reyes

August 1, 2017

On behalf of my family, our sympathy and condolences. Your mom, my aunt was a great, caring, and funny person.

Rachel De La Rosa Hoo

July 30, 2017

Another beautiful soul is at peace now. You will never be forgotten. Ann. Thank u for the memories. My deepest condolences to the whole family who will always be part of my heart.

Jill Wampler

July 30, 2017

Our deepest condolences to my brother-in-law Paul, my nephew Paulie, My niece Patsy & all the family. From your sister -in-law /comadre Charlotte & your brother-in-law/compadre Steve. I miss you so much sister & I'm sad you had to leave but I know one day we will be together again. It makes me happy to know you are united again with Dicky, our mom & dad, brothers & sisters & my Stevie. Give them all a kiss for me. I love you & I will never forget you. RIP my dear sister

Charlotte Fraire-Perez

July 29, 2017

You will always be in our hearts Grammy Love Eddie Sandra Noah and your girls Donnica and Millie

Sandra Telles

July 29, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers to the family. Our deepest condolences and sending our love.

Philip Meza

July 29, 2017

Mom, words cannot express just how much I truly,truly miss you. We were like sisters, we talked, bickered, gossiped, cried, laughed and celebrated with eacother. Sometimes I'm ok and sometimes it hits me that your really gone. I pass by the nursing home and I break into tears realizing I can't stop to see you. I am so proud to of had the strength to take care of you at home, I know now where I got that strength from. We will all be ok Mom, your absence will leave such a big hole in our hearts. Dad will be ok, he will be well taken care of, I promise you that. I know he misses you "Honey" as he would say. So Momma, give a big hug to my brother and I know he's happy to see you. We were your two little trouble makers. Hugs, Love and kisses forever Mamá

Patsy Telles

July 27, 2017

Patsy Telles

July 27, 2017

Patsy Telles

July 27, 2017

The "Other Nana" is what my children called Ann. She will be so missed. Always generous, she gave us our first couch when we were married & rented our first house over 40 yrs. ago. She made baby blankets for our Daughter, Amber and all three of our children (Briana and Peter), and our grandson, Richard Parker, used them. She taught me how to make red chili by scratch but nothing compares to hers and is definitely the best I've ever had. We will miss her and she will always be in our hearts and thought of with fond memories. The family will never be the same without her! Love and sympathies to Uncle Paul, Patsy and the entire family, God Bless You, Laurie Fraire

Laurie Fraire

July 27, 2017

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