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1973
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2019
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Sarah Taylor Obituary
Visitation will be on Sunday, June 16, 2019 from 4:00 - 9:00 PM and on Monday, June 17, 2019 from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at the Martinez Funeral Home Chapel. A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at 10:00 AM at Martinez Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Ector County Cemetery, Odessa II Section.
Sarah was born in Odessa, TX to Charlie and Gloria Chavez on July 12,1973. Sarah attended Permian High School and later had two daughters Vivian Zarate and Veronica Arenivas. Her daughters meant the world to her. Vivian Zarate and Anthony Zarate later gave Sarah "her world," her grandbabies, Matthew and Mckayla Zarate. Sarah enjoyed spending time with her family and her daddies Bar-B-Q. She also loved The Dallas Cowboys. You could hear her from miles away during every Cowboys' game! She is/was their #1 fan! Sarah surrendered her life to Jesus Christ in 2010!
Sarah married Craig Taylor on July 14, 2016 in Odessa, TX. Sarah is and was Craig's love, his everything! They both attended Word of God Ministries!
Sarah was greeted into heaven by Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior; her grandparents, Alfonso Chacon, Benita Chacon, Eustacio Chavez, & Pauline Chavez; uncles, Alfonso "Kingo" Chacon Jr. and Miguel "Mike" Chavez; aunt, Delma Alvarez; cousins, Ricardo "Nino" Flores & Rebekah Grace Cadena.
Sarah is survived by her husband, Craig Taylor; daughters, Vivian Zarate & husband Anthony Zarate, and Veronica Arenivas; parents, Charlie & Gloria Chavez; brother, Timothy Chavez & wife Annie Chavez; grandbabies, Matthew Zarate & Mckayla Zarate.
Pallbearers are as follows: Jimmy Chavez, Ray Chavez, Henry Chavez, Chris Chavez, Francisco "Diego" Chacon and godfather, Carlos Aguirre.
Craig Taylor, The Chavez family, and the Zarate family wish to extend our sincere thanks to all our family and friends for your prayers, love, and support!
Arrangements are entrusted to Martinez Funeral Home and Crematory.
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June 25, 2019
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76
Rhonda Penaloza
June 18, 2019
Our hearts and prayers go out to the Chavez and Taylor family.May God bring peace and understanding as y'all face a loss.It was a blessing to know you sister Sarah and your husband when y'all attended our church at one time.We Full Gospel Ministries send our condolences Brother Frank Cedillos and Sister Alice Cedillos and congration.
Sylvia
June 17, 2019
Im so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May Gods loving kindness bring you peace and comfort to your family in the days ahead. Jeremiah 29:11,12 Please take comfort in John 6:40 by looking forward to Jesus promise of seeing our loved ones again.
Holly Bell
June 13, 2019
May she rest in eternal peace in the presence of our saviour. Deepest condolences to her husband, daughters, and family.
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16
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Martinez Funeral Home and Crematory - Odessa1040 S. Dixie Blvd., Odessa, TX 79761
Jun
17
Visitation
9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Martinez Funeral Home and Crematory - Odessa1040 S. Dixie Blvd., Odessa, TX 79761
Jun
17
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m.
Martinez Funeral Home and Crematory - Odessa1040 S. Dixie Blvd., Odessa, TX 79761
Jun
18
Celebration of Life
10:00 a.m.
Martinez Funeral Home and Crematory - Odessa1040 S. Dixie Blvd., Odessa, TX 79761
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