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SOUZA, Hilsia D.
July 18, 1971 - June 25, 2011
Graduate of Cordova High and Sac State; former lifeguard and synchro coach, Cordova Park & Rec.; founding member of Chi Delta sorority; and resident of San Francisco. Survived by mother Barbara Souza of Sacramento; father Mauricio Souza of Nicaragua; grandmother Isabel Flores of San Francisco; uncles, Ronald Souza, Robert Plain, G. Alan Plain, Rodney Harris; and aunt Myrna Souza. Viewing Thursday, June 30, 4-8pm and Friday, July 1, 9am to noon, with Memorial Services Friday at 12 noon, all at Nicoletti, Culjis & Herberger, 5401 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento 95819. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to UCSF Breast Care Center, KomenSacramento.org, or American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hilsia SOUZA
August 24, 2011
Lo siento mucho, es la persona que más me impacto cuando estudie con ella en el Cordova High School. Fue carinosa y amable como nadie lo fue conmigo. He intentado saber de ella desde hace 10 años pero desgraciadamente no lo consegui. Mis condolencias a la familia.
Rafael Cuervo
Gijon.Asturias. Spain.
July 25, 2011
Dear Barbara and Family; We are so sorry for your losing Hilsia. She was the most caring and sweetest person we had ever met. Truly a beautiful person who cared about others and displayed a positive demeanor at all times. She'll be dearly missed. GOD bless you for having such a wonderful child and letting others have the honor of knowing her.
Joseph & Marti Guerin, San Francisco
July 23, 2011
truly a great friend
July 16, 2011
Dear Mr & Mrs Souza,
Words can't express my feelings for the loss of your daughter
Phillip Dwyer
July 16, 2011
Dear Mr & Mrs Souza,
Words can't express my feelings for the loss of your daughter
Mark Bergdorf
July 14, 2011
Dear Barbara and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Hilsia. She was one the sweetest, nicest girls I ever knew. She was always in a good mood and fun to be around. She will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sincerely, Mark Bergdorf, Sacramento State SAE.
Karen Namisnik-Hunerwadel
July 5, 2011
Barb,
I have been waiting to post, until the right words came. There just aren't any. It is hard to put into words what Hilsia meant to our family. Although she was Amy's friend. I feel very blessed to count her as mine too. She was a special person and will truely be missed. Our sympathy and love to you.
Noah Schwartz
July 5, 2011
Dear Barbara and Family-
Just wanted you to know how special Hilsia was to me over the years. She was a great friend to my whole fraternity at Sac State but even a better friend to me in my after school years. It seemed that no matter what I was going thru or what I was doing with my life, Hils was always there for me as a friend or simply someone to share laughs with and comfort me when I needed it. I will miss her terribly and I only hope she is in a wonderful spot now. ---All my love --Noah
Peter "Tor" Szydlowski
July 2, 2011
Dear Souza family-
I was in the Greek system at Sac St. with Hilsia, "Little Hils" as we adoringly called her. She was just an awsome person to be around, especially with her bright smile. She was always there to keep us in line! She will be missed, but we know she is smiling down on us now.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you-The Brothers of Sigma Alpha Epsilon.
miriam andrews
July 1, 2011
Dear Barb, I had only known Hilsia since Chris brought her into our family. I loved her as if she were one of my own daughters. You did an amazing job of raising a beautiful high spirited young woman. She has made an unforgettable impression on all of our lives. Love Miriam and Jim Andrews
July 1, 2011
Dear Barbara,
My deepest and heartfelt condolences to you during this difficult time. Hilsia was such a kind and caring soul and I will always take that with me. Her strength and positive energy were an inspiration to so many. My thoughts are with you today.
With deepest sympathy,
Mark Davids
July 1, 2011
The loss of any child is a life-shattering event but the loss of an only child adds a different dimension to a parent's grief. For Hilsia, we ask God to grant her eternal rest and may perpetual light shine upon her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Mrs. Souza.
- Parents of Sanjini Singh.
Dann Shively
July 1, 2011
Barb,
I was saddened to hear about your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patrick Hilliard
July 1, 2011
I have fond memories of Hilsia from Mills Jr. High all the way through Cordova High. She was a sweet friend......always so kind, caring and funny. She will be missed dearly but always remain in our hearts.
June 30, 2011
Dear Barbara:
We are very saddened to hear that you lost your daughter Hilsia. Please know that our hearts are with you during this sad time.
Asleain Scootty Hodges (CSCMVA)
Sanjini Singh
June 30, 2011
Hilsia was my first friend and soon became my best friend at Cordova Meadows Elementary. We were both the "new girls" and quickly bonded as we had curly hair, names no one could pronounce :) and the affinity for giggling. I felt like I belonged with her.... She had a way of making you feel special that is soo rare. Although we grew and made new friends, we always had a shared bond. I watched her excel in school, track and swimming and always admired her for that. I transferred to a different high school but Hilsia still came to my graduation, because that was the kind of woman she was. A huge heart, intelligent, beautiful, caring and strong. You will never be forgotten sweetheart........
Ms. Souza, thank you for raising such a beautiful and loving woman. She will never leave you. God Bless You and your family at this time.
Nina Caron
June 29, 2011
A mother and daughter relationship is so special. I'm so sorry about Hilsia's passing. I hope the wonderful memories you had together will help to mend your heart
Jennifer Miller
June 29, 2011
My prayers go out to those nearest and dearest to Hilsia. I knew her only in high school as always having a smile on her face and her beautiful blue eyes always shown with care in them. You will be sorely missed.
Susan Mudgett
June 29, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Margo (Sabillo) Ham
June 29, 2011
Though we did not keep in close contact after attending Jr High and High School, I can reflect on the many smiles and laughs shared growing up---those beautiful eyes and wildly curly hair, loved it! May Hilsia now rest in peace free of suffering as her wonderful soul deserves. Condolences, thoughts and prayers to her loved ones--may you be strengthened by her spirit in this difficult time. God Bless.
Nathan Matsumoto
June 29, 2011
I thought I would share a high school graduation present that Hils gave to Steve, Colin and I back in 1990. It is a poem Hils wrote and framed for each of us.
In `89 all dressed in red,
I strolled down the field with thoughts in my head,
Thoughts of happiness, sadness and fear,
I knew I’d miss the “gang” for a year.
Now it’s come, your day in the sun,
To follow the “Big Red” tradition.
The call of `90 is your year,
A day for which you’ve been wishin’.
And through the years as time has passed,
A friendship has grown which continues to last.
A friendship full of good times and bad,
Never forgetting the times we’ve had.
But within time there will be
A change of directions for you and me.
So look into the future and hold your head up high,
I will be with you in spirit, always by your side.
And there will be a time when we must finally die,
Drifting through the clouds to the gateway in the sky.
Once again we’ll meet, but this time to forever last.
All of us together as we once were in the past.
I love you guys!
Always,
Hilsia
Dana Molony
June 29, 2011
Dear Barbara, please note that the "Aqua Angels" AKA "Aqua Nuts" will keep your spot circulating until you are ready to come back. Out hearts go out to you.
Michelle Mastalski-Flynn
June 29, 2011
My heart goes out to those who are near and dear to Hilsia during this difficult time. It's sad to have lost such an amazing woman. As many have repeated, she is definitely among the Angels above keeping watch over us all. I too went to Jr High and High School with Hilsia and remember her amazing personality, beautiful smile and those beautiful blue eyes! Prayers to all she touched in her life!
Jeff Jungk
June 29, 2011
I will always cherish the good times we've had over the past 25 years. You have been my closest "female friend" for pretty much my whole life which is important for a guy to have. Our adventures were vast, too many to list. I'm a better person for having known you, thank you for being a good friend. Rest in peace and know that your memory will live on in all of us for years to come.
Our last time together.
Shelly Coleman
June 29, 2011
I am beyond words with sadness and grief. I remember the day she first told me she had breast cancer. I broke out in tears. She seemed a little shocked like I didn't need to worry. Her will to live and strength was like no other. I really can't think of a time that she complained. Things were more matter of fact and time to take care and forge ahead. I have not seen such perserverance in my life. Ever. Her trip to visit us in Austin last summer was great. A time for her to take a mini vacation and get away from it all. I will treasure this time and our last time in SF in March. Even then as bad as she was feeling, she wanted everyone happy and together. I aspire to be this strong. My words to best describe her after knowing her 20 years: Dedicated. Strong. Beautiful. Grounded. Honest. Caring. Reliable. Hard working. Selfless. Respectful. Artistic. Devoted. Courageous. Silly. Funny. Supportive. Most of all...one of the best friends I will ever have. I am blessed to have had her in my life. She'll be in my heart forever.
May we all find peace at this time.
My prayers go out to her mom and dad and all of us who have to now go through our lives without her.
Forever in our hearts Hilly. We love you.
Shelly
Tanya Larson
June 29, 2011
My heart goes out to Hilsia's family and friends. May you find comfort and peace in your memories. I went to school with Hilsia. She was by far the sweetest girl at Mills. I will always remember her beautiful smile and warm heart. May she rest in peace with the rest of our angels that watch over us.
Tina Trani - Gardner
June 29, 2011
Hilsia, as you walk with Angels in Heaven I pray your family here on Earth gets the comfort and strength they need.
Cindy Krouse-Long
June 29, 2011
When I heard of Hilsia's passing.... I was overwhelmed with memories of when we were younger. Mills Jr High was a better place because of our friendship!
Krista Zamora
June 29, 2011
I am so sorry about the loss of Hilsia, I remember her when I was a child and she used to play with me and my brother. I always remembered her bright smile and infectious personality. She definitely touched soooo many lives. My heart goes out to Mauricio, Barbara, her family and friends...
Jim Regan
June 28, 2011
Dear Barbara
I only met Hilsia once or twice at our club. It was clear that she was of Souza stock. Strong, resilient,stoic, brave. Hilsia called upon these strengths in her fight against cancer. We can only admire her courage. I can say the same for you, Barbara. In our many conversations over tea, I witnessed tears only once. You were telling of Hilsia's sharing of real feelings at a support group meeting.
I don't know how you kept it all together, because this is life turned upsidedown. Hilsia is loved by her family and friends. She will be forever held in their memories. Barbara, you have done your very best in caring for Hilsia, you could not have done more, in loving her, caring for her and hoping for a better outcome. Please know that you too are loved by many and we will do our best to comfort and love you in this difficult time.
Barbara Cosindas
June 28, 2011
I know you are now one of the many angels among us, Hilsia. Thank you for being a part of our lives and showing us what it means to be such a strong and caring person. You will live in our hearts forever.
Barbara and Bob Cosindas
June 28, 2011
I loved your little girl too; she was a pleasure to watch grow up, a curly headed spitfire with a kind heart and humor. May your many happy memories fill your soul. Hilsia's spirit will be rembered. Glory Wicklund, Nathan Matsumoto's Mom
Pat Rodoni
June 28, 2011
My heart goes out to you and your family Barbara.
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