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Celestine Gonzales Obituary
was granted her angel wings on March 14, 2009. Her farewell was spent surrounded by family and friends who Celeste had touched in her own way throughout her memorable life through her personality and sense of humor. Celeste's life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by her understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which she lived. She gave us all such courage and hope through her strength and encouraged all to live life to the fullest. Her personality and good sense of humor touched all those she knew and met. Celeste was born in Roswell, NM on December 23, 1973. She graduated from ASU with a degree in Engineering and went on to work at Intel. Celeste is survived by her loving husband Conrad; daughter Trinity; parents Israel and Rosie Pacheco; brother Erick Pacheco, partner Mailyn; and nephews Jesse and Sammy. She will be deeply missed by family and friends and remembered for her selfless caring support. Visitation Wed. Mar. 18, 2009 from 6-8 P.M. in The Chapel of Bueler Mortuary 14 W. Hulet Dr. Chandler with recitation of the rosary at 7 P.M. Funeral Mass Thur. Mar. 19, 2009 10:00 A.M. at St. Anne's Catholic Church 440 E. Elliot Rd Gilbert, AZ
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for Celestine Gonzales
Lisa Jones
March 22, 2009
Celes is going to be missed VERY much. She was so full of energy and laughter. I am very happy I had the pleasure of knowning her. My heart goes out to her family and friends that were very close to her. Peace be with you.... Intel friend, Lisa Jones
Isabel Almaguer
March 20, 2009
I met Celeste through my co workers and friends, we all used to meet up for our lunch hour, I remember her smile was bright as the sun. I was deeply saddened to hear the loss of beautiful Celeste. My heart felt condolences go out to Conrad, Trinity, family and friends. I was honored to have met such a wonderful person. I feel really sad I could not attend the services, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
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After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever.
Bible, I Thessalonians 4:17
Terry Tellbuescher
March 20, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss Rosie. I was unaware anything was wrong until I read my e-mail from Martha this morning. I feel very bad that I did not attend.You and your family are in my prayers.
Frank (Flaco) Lease
March 20, 2009
I was very honored to have Celeste as a friend and "little sister" in our "Kliq", as we called it when we went bowling after work every Friday night for 4 years. She was the only chica to ever "one up" me when it came to insults. When I found out she married someone from my hometown, I said to her "that poor man"...She laughed (as usual). For those years we worked together she played some good pranks on me. I will NEVER forget her. My heartfelt condolences go out to Conrad, his family, and Celeste's family. FLY TO THE ANGELS CHICA, I'M GONNA MISS YOU GIRL......:(
Nancy Walraven
March 19, 2009
Rosie and Issi, My sincere condolances and sympathy to you and your beloved "CELEST", to whom I had the pleasure to meet at least once. I searched for a passage that may help you two cope at this time of grief. It goes as follows: The merit of practising the contemplation of death, is that it makes you live your life heedfully, worthily and live the best possible among others. It is also a beginning to expand the magnitude of intuitive awareness. Pub. 2006 by W.Vajiramedhi and translated by N. Voehong. Bongkok, Thailand.
Sue Herman
March 19, 2009
Rosie,
I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your precious daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
REBECCA ENCINAS
March 18, 2009
Rosie, Israel & Erick and Conrad,
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to the entire Family. Celeste will be missed. We will never forget her smile and crazy sense of humor. We will hold the memories of her dearly. May God heal your hearts and comfort you in your time of need.
Love,
Victor & Rebecca Encinas & Family.
Angelica Pacheco
March 18, 2009
To my aunt Rosie and Uncle Israel, Eric, Conrad and Trinity. May God Bless you all! My deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you all. I am so sorry I couldn't be there to say good-bye to my cousin Celeste. May she rest in peace now in heaven with my dad, Sammy Pacheco. I love you all!
Rick Johnson
March 18, 2009
My heartfelt condolences for your loss. I knew Celeste from work. She was a wonderfully funny person and always a joy to talk to.
Kendra Wermers
March 18, 2009
I was fortunate enough to have met Celeste through my cousin Donna. She was the type of person who touched your heart the moment you had the opportunity to spend time with her. Even though I only spent a few moments in time with her I have a deep sorrow for her family and friends because this earth lost a special person in her passing. I offer my deepest condolences to you and your family. God has already granted us the gift of knowing her and may he continue to bless you and Trinity.
Bob Burns
March 18, 2009
Isreal and Rosie;
I cannot imagine the loss of one of my children but I can believe that the sorrow is the opposite of and the result of the joy and love that she brought to you during her time. Tread easy and let your hearts heal in their own time and way.
Monica Baltierra-Munoz
March 18, 2009
To the Pacheco and Gonzales Family, God needed her more when he granted her those wings. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless you and give you the strength that you need to keep going; The Baltierra-Munoz Family
Rene' Baker
March 18, 2009
Izzy, My heartfelt condolences for your loss and you and your family are in our prayers. Rene' and family.
Rudy and Tina Lucero
March 17, 2009
To Conrad, Trinity and the entire Gonazalez and Pacheco families: As you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of “Celeste”. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sal, Pauline Saiz
March 17, 2009
Rosie,Isreal May the Lord give you comfort and peace at the loss of your daughter. The wonderful and precious moments that she brought to you will always be in your hearts. May they bring you comfort as days go by. God bless you.
Valerie Martinez
March 17, 2009
To the Pacheco and Gonzales families:
May God comfort you at this time of sorrow. I know the feeling of losing a loved one. Celeste will truly be missed on this earth, but God has chosen her to be an angel to watch over us. God Bless you.
Maureen Stallings
March 17, 2009
Rosie, my heart aches for you. I'm so sorry for your loss. Wishing you & your family strength & peace.
Mark Palma
March 17, 2009
To the Pacheco and Gonzales family,
There are no words to comfort the pain in your hearts...but remember, this is not an ending, but a new beginning of eternal life. My prayer is that God Bless and Protect all of you through this difficult time.
Deanna Pacheco-Balderrama
March 17, 2009
My dearest Aunt Rosie and Uncle Israel, Conrad, Trinity and Erick
My deepest sympathy goes out to each and every one of you.May you heal in your own way and time.It is with great sadness to see my cousin Celeste go. She will always hold a special place in my heart. My memories of her will last forever.May God Bless you now and forever. It's my Dad's turn to take care of her. I love you guys.
Thelma Luna
March 17, 2009
Dear Conrad, Trinity, Mrs. Pacheco, family and friends of Celeste, I am so sorry and saddened for you but also rejoice that you have a sweet angel to watch over you! I keep you in prayer during this difficult time. Love, Thelma Luna
Marsha
March 17, 2009
Rosie
I have tried to write anything to comfort you and yours, but there is no words that I can say. I am sad that Celestine has left this earth. There is no more suffering for her, she can spread her wings and fly now. God Bless you all in this time and forever more.
Roland Felix
March 17, 2009
To Conrad, Trinity and the entire Gonazalez and Pacheco families: I had the privilege and blessing of meeting Celeste @ ASU and from day 1 she was a mentor and friend. Her smile was enlightening and her humor was uplifting. You will be missed Celeste. I know that God has accepted you into his heart and may your family find peace in this most difficult time.
Dan Hoagland
March 17, 2009
Rosie, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm sure all who knew Celestine will morn her passing. I'm also sure she will live on in your hearts and memories forever. Take time to celebrate her life. God bless and keep you.
Lisa Pereira
March 17, 2009
May the pain of losing our beloved Celeste leave quickly but the beautiful memories be everlastingly. The life she lived will never be forgotten and the love and friendship she gave will always be treasured. My deepest sympathy, Lisa Pereira
Tim Valdez
March 17, 2009
I only met Celeste a couple of times through my friends, Mel and Terri, but she was a thoughtful, caring, and kind person. My thoughts and prayers are with Conrad and Trinity and her entire family today and forever.
Barbara Richardson
March 17, 2009
Rosie, Sorry to hear about Celeste. You are in my prayers and your whole family. It is hard losing a loved one. I know you are strong and will get thru the hard times and sad memories. We miss you. Everything heals with time. See you soon.
Betty Finch
March 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May God bless you all and watch over precious Trinity.
Amada Merino
March 17, 2009
Conrad, Trinity and family, May the love of God bring you peace and when the hurt is hard to bear look into your heart and there will be Celeste. May the beauty of her precious memories be your comfort. You are held in gentle thoughts and prayers.
Melissa Alvarez-Ortega
March 17, 2009
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
LUSIA JARAMILLO
March 17, 2009
CONDOLANCES ON YOUR VERY HEART FELT LOSS, REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES, SHE'LL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU NOW AND FOREVER. LJ JARAMILLO IEG-MITS
Mary Murphy
March 17, 2009
Rosie, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know what it is like to experience the loss of a love one. I am here if you should need any assistance.
Martha Mena
March 17, 2009
Querida Rosie,
Mi mas sentido pésame para toda tu familia. Que Dios les de mucha fortaleza en estos momentos tan difíciles. Dios ha de llenar el vacío que Celeste deja en sus vidas.
Dios los bendiga.
Renee Quintana
March 17, 2009
Conrad, Trinity, Israel, Rosie, Erick & Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Celeste will be deeply missed. Her smile and memory will live in our hearts always. She was truely what a friend is suppose to be and I am thankful she was our friend and in our lives.
Love to all of you'
Kris & Renee Quintana & Family
Maryann Baltierra-Martinez
March 17, 2009
To the Pacheco and Gonzales family, There are no words to comfort the ache in your hearts...but remember, this is not an ending, but a new beginning of eternal life. May God Bless and Protect all of you through this difficult time.
The Baltierra-Martinez Family
Perla Anderson
March 17, 2009
Conrad, Trinity and the Pacheco family, please accept my deepest sympathies. I was fortunate enough to have been touched by Celeste's spirit and will always remember her sense of humor, kind nature, and vivacious personality.
Michael Wheeler
March 17, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends. Celeste is such an inspiration to us still on earth that life is a gift and so we must live it to the fullest. Persevere with a smile and embrace family and friends.
I will always have fond and smiling memories of Celeste and Conrads baby shower at Terry's home in Albuquerque.
Celeste is now with her King and will always be young, vibrant and a beautiful person inside and out.
Chrissy Gomez
March 17, 2009
To the Pacheco and Gonzales family, May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time. You are all in my prayers. God bless.
Maryann Peterson
March 17, 2009
To Conrad and Trinity: I am so sorry to hear about your loss and my sincere condolences are with you both as well as the rest of your family. May God bless you and help you get through this difficult time.
Kelly Bracamonte
March 17, 2009
Conrad,Trinity and family- There are no words to express how much I will miss Celeste. I unfortunately know what you are all going through and I will always be here for all of you. My mom and Celeste will forever be our guardian angels. My thoughts are with all of you at this very difficult time. I love you Conrad.
Fred Lombardo
March 17, 2009
To Conrad, and Trinity,
May God bless your loving wife and mother and hold her in the palm of his hand. May He watch over and protect you both. Our prayers and deepest condolances to your family.
Fred & Wendy Lombardo
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