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1925
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2011
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Jesus Frutos Obituary
"The Chain" has been broken as a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend, Jesus N. Frutos, to many known as "Papa Chuy," went to join his Creator peacefully on Wednesday evening, March 23, 2011, surrounded by his loving family.
Jesus was born on Dec. 11, 1925 in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico, and was a lifelong resident of Ventura County making Santa Paula his home for 65 years. During his time on earth, he worked with various construction companies throughout Southern California, his goal was to own his own business. In 1968 he fulfilled his dream by becoming the owner of Asphalt Laying Service where he lived by his motto: "Quality Work Makes Friends"!
Some of our most memorable times were spent at his ranch with family and friends; carnitas every weekend! He loved to make friends, entertaining them with his wonderful stories at local coffee shops. Papa Chuy truly enjoyed life! He was an avid dancer, loved music especially corridos, baladas and boleros and with the strum of his guitar, he could entertain you for hours. A big sports fan, especially boxing, he could name you boxers and their stats of many eras.
In his younger years, pool halls throughout Ventura County recognized "Chuy" as an excellent pool player. His sidekick was brother-in-law Leo Valdivia; they are now once again "racking them up!" Let's not forget that Papa Chuy also liked to play his favorite card game "Five Card Stud" or better known as "Garaona" to his sons, grandkids and friends.
Papa Chuy was preceded in death by his parents, Salome and Tomasita Frutos, and baby sister, Nicolasa Frutos. Because he was orphaned at the age of nine, his Madrina Agustina Frutos who cared for the family, also preceded him in death in 1971. Jesus is survived by his wife of 62 years, Consuelo V. Frutos. and 10 children: Rey (Carmen) of Santa Paula, Anna Maria (Bob) Sanchez of Santa Clarita, Ruben (Rosemary) of Santa Paula, Frank (Eileen) of Ventura, Jaime of Santa Paula, Martha (Carl) Dugas of Moorpark, Rosa Maria (Damien) Stehly of Fillmore, Miguel (Dara) of Santa Paula, Rafael (Lupe) of Ventura and Gabriel of Santa Paula. He also leaves behind siblings, Celestino (Catalina) Frutos of Tijuana, Amelia Frutos of San Jose and Ruben (Ana Maria) of Tijuana. Papa Chuy was very proud of his 29 grandchildren, his 21 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. He also leaves behind numerous in-laws, nephews and nieces from the Valdivia and Frutos families that he was very fond of.
Papa Chuy's family would like to extend their gratitude and thanks to Dr. Constantine, Dr. Shrock and all the medical staff both at Santa Paula Hospital and Vista Cove Care Center for their warm and professional care. Hasta que "La Cadena" sea reconectada, DESCANZA EN PAZ, Papa Chuy Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 31, and a Holy Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. at Skillin-Carroll Memorial Chapel, 738 E. Santa Paula St., Santa Paula. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 1, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 427 N. Oak St., Santa Paula. Arrangements under the direction of Funeraria del angel Stetler Mortuary, 128 South 8th St., Santa Paula, 525-5595.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jesus Frutos
Weldon Farris, aka Farris Trucking
April 3, 2011
My condolences to the family. Through his perserverance, hard work and generous heart, Jess touched so many lives--some of which he probably never realized. He will be missed.
Ortencia Vildosola
April 1, 2011
To all the Frutos family my deepest sympathy in the loss of your father.When you lose a parent it's like losing a piece of your heart, because a parent is someone who holds your hand when your in trouble when you need a shoulder to cry on, when you need to laugh,when you miss there love when you remember when they made something you liked to eat like my daddys arroz con leche. There love is unconditional. The good LORD and Angels were waiting with open hands to receive PAPA CHUY into his kingdom, GOD BLESS YOU ALL. Stay United Love Ortencia (tencha) Vildosola
Greg Teran
April 1, 2011
To The Frutos family I'm sorry I could not make it to the services. I send my prayers and blessings. Sorry for your loss
April 1, 2011
Ray Frutos and Family
My condolences and prayer go out to you and your family, I also lost my dad a few months ago and I know how difficult things are for you right now, I pray god gives you strength, memories keep our loved ones alive in our hearts. God Bless You
Lucy Sandez
April 1, 2011
To All the Frutos familia,
Sorry for your loss....,The Angels are celebrating in Heaven for Papa Chuey's coming Home to his Father God. You are all kind,caring & a loving family. We are honered to call you our friends. May God bless each and everyone of you and your families.
"Nothing but Love"
Amigos, Toby & Nonny Baca & family
Patricia (Patsy) Robles
April 1, 2011
To the Frutos family my condolences on the passing of your father, may he rest in peace....
Patsy Robles(Larry's wife)
Laurie Gonzalez
March 31, 2011
Our condolences to all the Frutos family your father was liked by so many people everytime I would see him he always had a smile. He was a good friend of my father the last time my father was down he made sure to go visit with Mr. Frutos. Mr Frutos you will never be forgotten.
Don Vela
March 31, 2011
Anna and family;I am so sorry to hear about your loss.May God grant you peace and understanding at this great time of sorrow.
Martha&Tom Zavala
March 30, 2011
TO ALL THE FRUTOS FAMILY, our prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Your dad was a pleasure to have known. He had such a beautiful smile.May your memories comfort you at this time.God Bless you all.
Delain Culpepper
March 30, 2011
Dear Ruben: I was saddened to read of the loss of your father. Thanks you for the nice obituary. I didn't know you had such a large family beyond the PH Navy Base. God Bless you and your entire family. Delain
Steve & Martha Hope
March 30, 2011
Rosa & Frutos family
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Frutos family. May God bless all of you in this time of sorrow.
March 30, 2011
Condolences to the family of Jesus N frutos. The pain of a lost one seems unbearable. After losing our mother Jessie F. Rodriguez almost two years ago the pain is still unreal. May God heal the pain you are feeling for Jesus. Jesus and Jessie (mom) are once again visting with great smiles.
With sincere sympathy
Angela Edwards and Michael Rodriguez
All my love, Michelle Portillo
March 30, 2011
Tio Jesus,
You are now dancing with the Angels up in heaven. You had a wonderful life with so many that love you dearly. When you arrive at the gates of Heaven, give my Abuelita and Abuelito a big hug and kiss for me. God Bless you and our wonderful family always. We will miss you.
Ronnie&Debbie Brooks
March 30, 2011
To the Frutos Family, with deepest sympathy,Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless
March 30, 2011
"My condolences to the Frutos family.Mr. Frutos was one of the friendliest Gentlemen I ever knew. I remember growing up on Saticoy st. and when he would drive by he would always wave with a smile or stop to ask how everyone was doing. Rest in Peace my friend.
Tony vasquez, jr
Art Rodriguez
March 29, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to our primo's the Frutos family. Jesus will be in our prayers and our thoughts now and always.
Our sincere sympathy
The Rodriguez family.
Frank Guzman
March 29, 2011
Jimmy, Rey and the Frutos family. Please accept my most sincere condolences. My prayers are with you in this time of grief.
Carlos Gallegos
March 29, 2011
Our condolences to all the Frutos family. We tried to find our family on the Frutos side for years and just did a few weeks ago. We were looking so forward to meeting Jessie as we found Frank and Angie. How bittersweet to be meeting all the family at the funeral. We certainly wish we were a few months or years earlier. He sounds like so much fun.
Our sincere sympathy
Carlos and Mary
Gallegos (son of Angie Frutos who died in 1941 at age19)
ANNONYMOUS
March 29, 2011
MY PROMISE TO YOU DAD: I PROMISE TO CARRY ON YOUR SMILE.I PROMISE TO LAUGH AND NEVER TAKE MYSELF SERIOUSLY.I PROMISE TO LOVE HARDER AND FORGIVE FASTER.I PROMISE TO BE CONTENT IN EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD.TO BE THANKFUL FOR THE AIR IN MY LUNGS AND ALL THE YEARS I WAS BLESSED TO HAVE WITH YOU.TO KNOW WHAT I HAVE,AND KNOW WHAT I CAN GIVE TO OTHERS LESS FORTUNATE.I PROMISE TO GRIEVE THAT ABSENCE OF YOUR PHYSICAL BEING FOR ONLY A MOMENT.AND THEN I PROMISE TO SET YOU FREE.I PROMISE TO NEVER GIVE UP ON OTHERS,EVEN WHEN IM READY TO GIVE UP ON MYSELF.I PROMISE TO BE A HELPING HAND,A SHOULDER TO CRY ON OR A SET OF EARS TO SIMPLY LISTEN...AND I CAN PROMISE YOU THIS DAD...I PROMISE TO LET YOU HEAR EVERY LAUGH AND FEEL EVERY HUG,TO KNOW EVERY HEARTACHE AND TO LET YOU BE THERE AT EVERY TRIUMPHANT MOMENT.THE MOST IMPORTANT PROMISE I CAN MAKE DESPITE ALL MY FAILURES AND ALL MY LOSSES,A PROMISE THAT CARRIES ALL THE EQUIVALANCES OF ALL THE REST IS THIS....I PROMISE TO MAKE YOU PROUD.WITH ALL THAT I AM. I LOVE YOU DAD!!!
Robert y Josie Salas
March 29, 2011
Our deepest sympathy for the Jesus N. Frutos family. Jesus was a good friend of our father, may he rest in peace, Juan Salas for many years. When we met in Santa Paula he would always talk about his early years in town. It was a pleasure to call him a friend too. In behalf of our entire family we know he is with God whose Grace will give you strength.
Arleen Ayers
March 29, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Frutos family. My prayers are with you during this sad time.
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