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SARAH MATA Obituary
SARAH RENEE MATA
Oct. 17, 1986 - Sept. 6, 2014
Sarah Renee Mata, 27 of San Diego passed away Saturday, September 6, 2014 as a result of a tragic motorcycle accident. She was born on October 17, 1986 to Fernando Mata and Griselda Mata.
Sarah will be remembered as a loving daughter, sister, niece, aunt, cousin and devoted mother to her two young children Izabella and Matthew Alvarado. She enjoyed spending time with her two children as one of their favorite activities was to hike up Cowles Mountain. Sarah loved being around family and friends and had a smile that would light up the room. Her energy was unparalleled as she had a passion for dancing and spontaneity. She was an avid San Diego Chargers fan. Sarah had such a loving heart, always willing to help others.
Sarah worked as a medical assistant at Oncology and Hematology. She was previously a teacher's aide at Lauderbach Elementary School in Chula Vista where she will be greatly missed by staff and students.
Sarah was loved and will deeply be missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother Griselda Cosio.
Sarah is survived by her father, Fernando (Maria) Mata; mother, Griselda Mata; children, Izabella and Matthew Alvarado; brother and sister-in-law, Nando (Lurdez) Mata; nephew and niece, Isaac and Sophia Mata; paternal grandfather Tony (Sarah) Mata; paternal grandmother Angie Torrez; maternal grandfather Mike Cosio; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Viewing will take place Sunday, September 14, 2014 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Funeraria Del Angel Humphrey, 753 Boardway, Chula Vista, CA 91910. Services will proceed Monday morning September 15, 2014, 11 a.m. at Funeraria Del Angel Humphrey officiated by Pastor Carolyn Nicholas. Burial will immediately follow at Glen Abbey Cemetery, 3838 Bonita Rd, Bonita, CA 91902.
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Memories and Condolences
for SARAH MATA
Matthew Alvarado
February 19, 2019
Sarah was a good person and loved me and she was a good MOM.
Leslie Marshall-Enriquez
October 1, 2014
Sarah,
It wasn't long ago the last time I saw you. I will forever cherish our talks on the phone when we couldn't sleep late at night. Hearing that you passed broke my heart, We planned to meet at the Drake concert on Sept.20 but God felt it was time to welcome you into his arms and take you to paradise with him. I will forever love you and your family. I know your watching over us and I can hear you in my dreams singing " a little Les-lie; a little more truth" I love you and miss you.
Edith Godinez Perez
September 26, 2014
(sigh) What can I say..., Loosing a loved one is very,very, difficult. Sarah you were such an amazing, beautiful, fearless person. I remember the 1st day I met u in H.S. You treated me as if we had known each other for yrs. As if u were my big sister who.always gave me advice&was there for me to get me thru my 1st heartbreak. Love ya girly. GOD Bless your babies! Give them strength thru this extrememly rough time&heartbreak of their own. Only God Knows. <3 Xoxo
Sylvia Ramirez
September 18, 2014
My deepest condolences to Sarah's loved ones. We were in the same classes for a few years in elementary school, I will always remember her smile and the light of her spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with her family in this difficult time.
Mayanin Garcia
September 18, 2014
Sarah's Smile
Will never be forgotten
Love you Mija ??
Diana Pierson
September 17, 2014
Sarah,
Hey loca I miss you so much already but I know your looking down on us and your finally at peace thank you for all the wonderful memories you'll always be with us, until we meet again the cuidAs I love you, my condolences to your family god gained another angel
WITH LOVE,
DIANA
Francisco & Misty Gomez
September 16, 2014
Sarah, you will be missed more than words can express. Your spirit will forever live on thru all the lives you have touched. I hope we can all take with us your loving, energetic and happy/beautiful spirit. We love you so much and pray for your little ones that God will allow them to feel your warmth and presence always. Thank you God for such an amazing woman. We love you Sarah; your cousins
Gloria Vallejo Torres
September 16, 2014
Fernando, my condolences to you and your family.
September 15, 2014
My condolence to Izabella and Mathew Alvarado to young to understand but one day you will. Mommy had to leave but mommy will always watch over both of you.. Look to the heavens and when you both find the shiniest star that is mommy sending her love!!! God Bless my prayers and love to both of you!!!!!
natalie villasenor
September 15, 2014
Heaven has a new beautiful angel..Rest in paradise Sara...you will be missed by many...
Samantha Smith
September 15, 2014
My heart and prayers go out to the family and friends of Sarah Mata. I first met Sarah when we were just little girls attending Lauderbach Elementary. She always had a huge smile and enjoyed making others happy. Although we grew apart over the years I know that she continued to touch many hearts of those around her and will be missed by many. One thing I'll never forget is her laugh. It was contagious and always brought a smile to everyone. May you rest in peace with the Angels. Gone too soon.
Kristina Palmerin
September 14, 2014
My deepest condolences to your family. It was so great to reunite with you after so many years. Your two little ones have a big angel watching over them. Descansa en paz, Sarah
John
September 14, 2014
With deepest sympathy to the Mata family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead...(Psalm 5:1).
Michelle Alvarado
September 14, 2014
To my dearest Sarah ...I will miss you very much. You've been a great sister n law no matter how far away we lived from each other but our friendship I will always cherish... I love you and I'll always have you in my heart and prayers!
Jose Arturo Aguilar
September 14, 2014
Sarah, words cannot express my feelings at this time of great grief. I lost a beautiful niece but gained an amazing angel. I know and understand that you are in a better place. You will be missed by all those in which you touched with your awesome personality, but you will never be forgotten! Continue to smile down on us from the heavens above. Your tio Jose Arturo Aguilar
Dixon Llanderal
September 13, 2014
Rest in peace, Sarah. You are a beautiful angel.
September 13, 2014
Sarah will be miss! She was very sweet, kind and she had a great personality! I was a co-worker of her at South Oncology & Hematology office. I am very glad to have know her! God sure has a blessed new angel!My Condolences to her Family. ?Kathleen
Ana Anguiano
September 13, 2014
Dear Mata Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I not only had the joy of being Sarah's third grade teacher but I was also fortunate to see her all grown up when she came back to Lauderbach as an employee. You must be so proud of the young lady and parent that she turned out to be. I will always remember Sarah, forever smiling, forever young. I pray God gives you and her children peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Mellissa Parlade
September 12, 2014
Heaven has gained a beautiful angel.May you rest in peace sweet Beautiful Sarah.My thoughts and prayers are with your children & family.I will never forget our times in middle school.You will be missed by so many.
Mellissa Parlade
September 12, 2014
Heaven has gained a beautiful angel.May you rest in peace sweet Beautiful Sarah.My thoughts and prayers are with your children & family.I will never forget our times in middle school.You will be missed by many.
Gabriela Hernández
September 12, 2014
Querida Sarah Que nuestro Señor te reciba y te cuide .Nosotros te extrañarnos y te llevaremos en nuestro corazón en un lugar especial. Gracias por todo.
Y a tu familia que Dios nuestro señor les de la paz para soportar tu ausencia. Descansa en Paz
Diana Raygoza
September 12, 2014
God bless Sarahs family and her adorable children. I know it will never be the same but shes an angel from above that will never be forgotten.
Mike Sanchez
September 12, 2014
We have been praying for your family Sarah. God bless you and may rest in his peace.
Ann Marie Banuelos
September 12, 2014
Sarah may your beautiful soul rest in peace. My prayers are with your children and family. You will be missed bud.
George Villon
September 11, 2014
Fernando we pray that The Good Lord will bring comfort to you & your familia in this time. -George & Joanne Villon *God Bless you Brother
Arturo, Ayden, Jocelyn Aguilar
September 11, 2014
We will miss you cousin. Our prayers are going out to your trip to heaven. Continue to smile down on us as we will forever remember you. Never a good bye but a see you later!
Veronica Aguilar
September 11, 2014
Sarah, even though your bright smile is not here with us anymore, your spirit will live on FOREVER! You brought happiness to many around you, and those will forever thank you. May you rest in peace and continue watch over your children from the heavens above. You will be greatly missed, but we shall one day all be reunited again, until then....RIP.
Frank Duarte Raya
September 11, 2014
Please accept my condolences Fernando on the passing of your daughter.
Jackie Gonzalez
September 11, 2014
May you rest in peace my beautiful cousin. I will miss your light, your witt and your courageness. I will miss your hilarious posts that made my day--literally making me laugh out loud. Make them smile up there. Love you......Jackie
victor morales
September 11, 2014
RIP Sarah, you will be missed by all your friends down here. Please Look over us and remember keep smiling down on us... God bless you and your family now and forever more.
Berenice Pinto
September 11, 2014
May you Rest in Peace Sarah.
Mechy Carrillo
September 11, 2014
You will be missed Sarah, May God protect those two beautiful kids that are left behind, my prayers go out to the family may the Lord keep you and comfort you in these very hard times love you guys I will forever remember her smile and laugh
September 11, 2014
Words cannot express how Sarah will be missed my prayers go out to the family may the Lord strengthen you and comfort you and may he protect and guide Lizette and matthew all of their lives her smile and laugh will stay forever in my memory
lovely Rodriguez
September 11, 2014
Rest in paradise sarah
Jonathan "Johnny" Bolt Pride
September 10, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Mata family. Sarah had a beautiful smile that could light up any room. We definitely had many good times. We used to talk about the life of my cousin Ricky and how the great memories would always be "Forever Awesome" Like Ricky used to say before his passing meet me at the pearly gates...
Much love to you, your family, and all your extended family. I know you are missed dearly by so many and you will be in our hearts forever. Until we meet again at the pearly gates keep Ricky company.
"Always Grinning"
Terry And Cassandra
September 10, 2014
May God comfort your family during this difficult time. My mom and I will miss you so much Sarah, you were always one of the nicest cousin's I have had. You had a beautiful heart and spirit love you cousin.
Vanessa Toscano
September 10, 2014
Rest in peace:(
Jessica Lopez
September 10, 2014
No, words can describe what I feel nor anyone knows the question to our answers on why they sent u and Josh to the store only u n god know why he decided to take u so soon I tried leaving a message before but was hard to press send my heart n prayers go out to ur family n kids knowing there mom is no longer here the golden gates await for u and ur wings are ready for u to wear may u R.I.P forever not a good bye but see u later always in my thoughts my heart forever u will be my girl. Luv u chala boo
Arlene Ochoa
September 10, 2014
I didn't know young beautiful Sarah, but a lot of people are hurting here in Chula Vista Ca. because you are no longer here, prayers for your parents, your family and specially your little ones, God bless their hearts! Sarah may you R.I.P.
Janette Miramontes
September 10, 2014
Since the loss of you I've learned to live for each day And take it as a blessing Knowing it may not always be this way.
Since the loss of you I've learned that when everything goes wrongTo never give up on what is right Because it can only make you strong.
Since the loss of you I've learned that even when you're in a lot of pain You've got to hold yourself together So you won't feel like you're going insane.
Since the loss of you I've learned how to hold the tears when I want to cry Because all I have is memories And just want to ask God why.
But mostly, since the loss of you I've learned a life can be taken in the blink of an eye And only Heaven really knows whenThat person will have to say goodbye.
I have no word I'm still in disbalive. My prayers to your family and babies. Eveytime we where together we had fun and I look at the picrures and your smile and I can't believe it I'm not going to see it again.
September 10, 2014
Sarah it was a pleasure knowing you... May you rest in peace. My condolences to the "MATA" family especially her children may GOD give you all comfort and peace in this difficult time of grief.
Till we meet again frnd!
vanessa ocampo
September 10, 2014
May you Rest in Paradise Sarah?
Brittney Gallardo
September 10, 2014
R.I.Paradise mija!!! I? You!!! See you at the golden gates :, (
Steve Vasquez
September 10, 2014
Prayers and thoughts to the family Fernando and children , Tony and Sarah and all the Mata family. God Bless you..Steve n Carolna Vasquez
Susan Santana
September 10, 2014
No words can describe how we all feel but I don't want to be sad any more I want to remember you for those happy moments I miss you very much save me a seat up in heaven ! R.I.P my dear angel
Richard & Margaret Singh
September 10, 2014
To the Mata Family; our deepest sympathies in the loss of your precious Angel! No amount of words will fill this void, just know that you are surrounded by positive thoughts & lots of prayers. We didn't know Sarah well, but whenever we were around her, her smile was infectious and we enjoyed her sweet smile, she always had that smile on her face. May she Rest In Peace & may the Eternal Light shine upon her.
PAULINE & ROBERT SALAZAR
September 10, 2014
MY DEEPEST SYMPOTHY FOR YOU LOSS, MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Rene Martinez
September 10, 2014
Fernando, Tony,Pati,Mari,Chino and the entire Mata family. No words can fill the emptiness that has tragically occured on the passing of Sarah. She always had the most beautiful smile that would brighten and enhance anywhere her presence was at. Please have comfort in knowing that she is resting well in gods hands. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Sarah i will always miss your smile and presence. God bless the Mata family. RIP SARAH. Amen o all.
Jorge Carrera
September 10, 2014
My your soul rest in heaven. It was true blessing to have meet a person like Sarah. She truly brought joy into a room a soon as she came in and her smile will be missed. My condulences go out to all her family and those beautiful children.
R.I.P - Sarah Mata-
Diana Acosta
September 10, 2014
To Sarah's family and friends
My deepest condolences I wish I was there to comfort you in this great loss ..... But I send my blessings and luv to all ??:'(
Diana Acosta
September 10, 2014
My dear friend I luv you and miss you soo much ??
Please watch over us till we meet again .... :'(
Vanessa Munoz
September 9, 2014
Sarah always with a Beautiful smile shining through where ever you go. Such a pleasure to have your presence as we gather as a group with friends and acquaintances. You have left a mark shaped as a heart next to our heart- because you where once in our life's.
May you sleep in peace as God blesses you and family and friends. You are missed by many ? u.
Leticia
September 9, 2014
Silvia, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your niece. My thoughts are with you and your family.
With my deepest sympathy.
Edo Alfaro
September 9, 2014
Very sad to see you go so young. Still in disbelief! Your presence and good vibes will always remain with us all!
Angelica Llamas
September 9, 2014
Prayers for you and your family RIP
Moni Garcia
September 9, 2014
Sara I love you. . U will Always be in my hart Amiga ? I'm sorry:( REST IN PARADISE CHULA?
Jersey Day at Lauderbach
CHONA SILVA
September 9, 2014
Sarah my dear,
you didn't deserved what you went through. So God Gave you Rest... GOD's Garden must be beautiful. He Only take the "BEST"
No I can No longer text you, Play round with you, talk to you nor, see you. But in my heart you will always be. You have touched so many heart. I want to Thank you for everything. I Miss and Love you girl!!! I will always cherish the memories we had. Now go on and Spread your wings. And do me a favor Please Save seat for me up there... So long for now I know were going to meet again... I MISS YOU SARAH!!!!
Lisa Robles
September 9, 2014
No words only memories of LONG talks infront of my house. You always called me your big sis and so many times I wished you would have listened to me. None of that matters now. You know what we had and that's all that matters. I still hear your laugh and see your smile. You and your Mom were there for me when I was hopeless. You both showed selfless love for my boys and I. I will now return the favor. Know I will be here for them. I love you Chala and I know you are home now. Rested and at peace. I will see you later my cosita. Proverb 3:5-6 Till we see eachother at our Father's house I love you.
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