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Julie Nieves Obituary
Julie Diane Nieves (Cervantes) was taken from us unexpectedly on April 1, 2009. Julie was born in Superior, Arizona on September 12, 1963. She was raised in Superior and spent her adulthood in Mesa. She is survived by her loving husband, Gabriel Nieves and three beloved sons, Reuben, Michael and Andy Sanchez, mother Carmen Cervantes and brother Ralph (Yvonne) Cervantes of Mesa. Also surviving Julie are her grandchildren, Desiree and Jocelyn Sanchez, numerous nieces and nephews and former spouse and life-long friend Tommy Sanchez. Julie was preceded in death by her father, Ralph (Pulga) Cervantes and sister, Pearl Ann Cervantes. She was a flight attendant for many years and most recently was preparing for her pilot license. Julie was a vibrant, fun loving young woman who lived her life to the fullest. Not only was she a devoted, wonderful Wife, Mother and Nana, but she enjoyed many other activities, including sky diving, traveling and socializing with her family and many friends. Julie was the life of the party and brought out the best in everyone. Her infectious optimism was hard to resist and resulted in many an unforgettable, if not hilarious memories. Julie will be forever loved and missed, but never forgotten by her family and friends. Memorial services celebrating Julie's life will be held on April 8, 2009 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Allen Funeral Home, 1130 S. Horne, Mesa, AZ 85204.
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Julia Sanchez
April 2, 2024
Hey Mother Inlaw,
Me again... it´s been five years since I last wrote you, sorry about that. As you know by now Tommy is no longer doing life with us, such a heartache to go through, he was literally OUR everything! I haven´t been then same since. I´m in good spirits knowing we have You, Nana Carmen and my dad watching over us. I call Jen the goat now, she is the next one to hold things down, organize our family holidays .. love her! I have grown a special bond with Jen, Penny and Chrystal! Love doing life with them!
Toni will be starting school soon, I can´t believe how time flys.
As always just trying to make you proud of me and take care of your son and your grand babies.
Until next time: I love you!
Mel
September 12, 2019
Thinking of you. Love and miss you always ❤
julie Sanchez
September 12, 2019
Happy Birthday my Mother In-Law, I added some photos of the family. I just hope you're proud of me and where Reuben and I are at in life. We miss you soo much! You're brought up constantly! I know you see your grand babies growing up and i know you're so proud. Lots of memories have been made in 2018 and 2019 as we speak. Shauna your other daughter in-law and I gave birth to your grand babies this year they are 19 days apart! I can't wait for the holidays and the memories that we will make.
love you and miss you deeply.
Daddy and his girls.
julie Sanchez
September 12, 2019
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Andy and Antonio
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Desiree and I
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Michael's Baby girl Ray and his God Son Toni
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Mya and Toni
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Tommy, Reuben, Michael, Reuben Junior, Antonio
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Baby Antonio, Baby RayNah
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Familia
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Thanksgiving at Jen's 2018
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Gabe Nieves
April 1, 2019
It has been ten years and still I can see your smile and hear your laughter. I wonder on certain days what our life would have been like. One day, I will join you and then we can finish what we started. Love Always,Gabe
April 13, 2010
My Dearest Julia: Don't think for a moment that April 1st, your first anniversary in Heaven didn't go unnoticed. We all thought of you all day long, the hurt was so deep we couldn't find words to express ourselves. Here it is two weeks later and I still can't express the sadness and void in my heart and life I have felt since you left. I'm not alone in my sorrow, your Sons, Mother, Sluggo, Tommy, Jen and the Girls, your Grand Babies, Twins, Tio's and Tia's all think of you daily and pray that you'll help us. To know you are free and happy an that should bring us joy not sorrow but we miss you so very, very much. I hope you realize how much joy you brought to our lives and how we wish you were still here wth us. We never got to say good bye or tell you how special you were, and still are, to each of us. I don't think we'll ever be ready to say good bye, it sounds too final and I know this isn't the end, I know we will see you again. We loved you so much and I am saddened that we didn't tell you just how much we loved you, nor did we tell you often enough what a huge part of our lives you were and will always be. I miss and love you Julia and I always will. Love you, Tia
March 31, 2010
The earth itself seems to be weeping today. Tonight as I play my guitar, I will be praying hard to God that you can hear me singing to you & know how much I miss you. And how I wish I had been there for you when you needed me.
Tia
March 24, 2010
My Dearest Julia, although I've not written, don't ever think you've not been in my thoughts every single day. We all miss you so very much and I don't think that will ever change. It's almost your first anniversary in Heaven and as that day gets nearer my heart aches even more. We needed you here with us but I guess your Dad, Pearl and Nana Reyes needed you too. You have always been the light everyone turned to, and yes, I'm still looking for that nugget of gold, but just can't seem to find it. I know you're so proud of your boys, we are too, so quickly they became men. They love and miss you and are trying to make sense of it all. Your Mom needs your prayers, Julia, she's lost without you and nothing will ever make it better for her. Help her to find joy in your sons and grand daughters. I so miss her smile. Every tme I see a plane go flying by my thoughts are filled of you and your love of flying. I think of all the funny stories you'd tell us and how much joy you brought to our lives. It's so true that we really don't appreciate or realize how much we love someone until we no longer have them with us. I know you're with us, but to see your beautiful face again would be the most wonderful thing in the world. I'm trying to let you go so you can rest in peace but I can''t seem to say good bye. You've left a void in my heart that can never be filled. I know you're happy and free from all of lives many problems, but you'll never realize how much you lghten our problems by being here with us. I will love and miss you forever my precious Julia. Take care of us, pray for us and watch over your sons as they grow. I love you, Tia
heather
March 20, 2010
Hi cousin, you came to mind again. but this time i thought i would write you.We miss you!the holidays and this year have been hard. Not hearing your voice at my dads asking what he's making was missed.Its almost been a year since you were taken from us, and it feels like we are all going thru the pain of your loss again. My Nina still hurts and nothing anyone does help. She has a constant lost look on her face, its hard to see her like this, but so easy to understand why and how she feels. I miss you so much. A day doesnt go by that I don't think of you all. Watch over our family. Give my love to Grandma Reyes, Nino Ralph and Pearlann. We miss you all so much.
January 7, 2010
My Dearest Julia. It's a new year yet you are still in our hearts and prayers. The holidays were so different without you to share them with. So much laughter was missing. Although I haven't written, you have been in my thoughts each day. I can still hear your voice and see your beautiful smile. I don't think the holidays will ever be the same again, nor will we ever stop missing you. Pray for us. I love you, Tia
Tia
November 17, 2009
Julia, I have felt so much better since talking to you. I knew in my heart you were safe and happy but I wanted you to tell me you were. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and miss you dearly. I'll never stop missing you or loving you. You are your Mother's pride and joy and she is so lost and alone without you. Pray for her and help her. Your boys are doing well and Deserie and Jocelyn will be here and a few days. Tommy and the boys are so excited to see them. It's almost Thanksgiving and it's hard to be thankful this year without you here. Who's gonna feed me, you know I can't cook! Penny and Chrystal miss you so much and Little Man is getting so big. It won't be long before we can begin telling him about his Tia Julie, Nana Pearl, Nana Reyes and Tata Ralph. You know none of you will be forgotten, even after we've gone home, too. They say time makes it easier, but it hasn't yet. Terri called and she too still misses and thinks of you. You were so loved by so many. I'll be thinking of you all day today, no special reason other than I miss you so much. Take care of us, Julie, we still need you so much. I love you with all my heart. Tia
October 22, 2009
Hi tia... I dont know wat we're gonna do without u during the holidays. Im so scared to celebrate without u. I refuse. I just want to run away and hide under a rock. we all miss u terribly. everyday my heart aches for u. your granddaughters are far away from us now... so keep them safe. i love u tia... i feel lost without u being in our family. u were such a great part of it.
-Chrystal
Tia
September 3, 2009
Good morning my Angel. Just checking in to let you know (as if you don't already) how things are going down here. Tio Tony did well on his surgery, your boys are keeping busy with work and school, Rueben is keeping busy with work and babies. He is such a good Daddy! Don't see much of Penny since she and Andy live together, they're good company for each other, don't you think? Haven't seen your Mom this week, it's been so busy at work I haven't read not one book! I miss you and woke up thinking of you today. My world is a much lonelier place without you in it. I love you Julie.
Tia
August 23, 2009
Hi Julia. I am missing you so much today. Wish you were here to talk to and make me laugh. Little Andy came by to give Chrystal a ride to work and got stuck with my Lil Man. He was on his lunch break. He's growing up so fast. All your boys are fine and keeping busy. Your babies are doing good and are so cute, but I guess you know that. Saw your Mom yesterday. She's hanging in there but she misses you so much and you can see the pain in her heart through her eyes. Tio Tony is having surgery tomorrow in Tucson so your Mom and I are gonna drive up there. We'll come back as soon as he's out of recovery and doing okay. Penny and Chrystal are doing good, both working. They see the boys a lot more than I do, they are as close, if not closer than ever. Jen and the twins are keeping busy with football so I haven't seen much of her lately. We all miss and love you so much. Don't forget about us and take care of all our babies. Say hi to everyone and give my Mom a big hug and kiss for me. Pray for your Tio to come out of his surgery well and healthy. I love you. Tia
Tia
July 21, 2009
Julie, I miss you and am thinking of you always. The boys and Tommy are now living in your Casita - the only thing missing is you. Andy has decided to fly the coop and is living with Penny in their own little apartment. They had a housewarming and everyone was there, even your Mom. Not a day goes by that we don't stop to cherish your memory, you are always with us as are my Mom, your Dad and Pearl Ann. Tell them we miss them and give my Mother a big hug and kiss for me, it seems I miss her more each day. All the kids (yours and mine) are doing well and staying out of trouble (I think) and my Little Man is walking now. He is so cute and loveable and Chrystal has turned out to be a good Mother. Deseria and Jocelyn and growing so fast and Jocelyn is already crawling. Say a prayer for all of us. I love you, Tia
Tia
July 2, 2009
Julia, it's me again. You've been on my mind all week. I keep hearing your wonderful laugh in my heart and I can see you so clearly, always so happy and always being a handful! Your boys and Tommy went out with us last night to celebrate Penny's 23rd birthday. Pearl Ann would be so proud of her and Chrystal, they've grown into beautiful, loving women. Did you tell Pearl, my Mom and your Dad about my Lil Man? I miss you so much my heart aches. You were, and still are, loved not only by me but by so many. Not a day goes by that you don't cross my mind. Your Mom especially misses you, you were her other half but I know you will be by her side to help her through this. Pray for her and all of your loved ones left behind. I love you, Tia
Michele Garcia-Sherman
June 29, 2009
Dear Julie, I am forever grateful for your friendship, love and support... You were an integral part of my and my daughter Danielle's life. We will forever miss you.... Love You Jewelry!
heather benavidez
June 12, 2009
Good morning Julie, we miss you so much.Never thought our family would be in this situation. I know you and the rest of our Angels are watching and protecting us. We love and miss you all so much.
love you!
your cousin,
heather
Jennifer Santillan
June 11, 2009
I MISS YOU TIA
Letisha Finnell
June 9, 2009
Julie,
You spirit will never be forgotten.
Yvonne Cervantes
June 4, 2009
Julie, today is Sluggo's 47th birthday. We will be having him a dinner party which your presence will be totally missed. I thank you again for introducing me to the love of my life and the great gifts you gave to me.....your friendship, your love, your brother and much much more that I cannot list because I would take up the entire book! And I just wanted to make it clear in my entry for yesterday, your anniversary,when I said that HE is bring us comfort, I am referring to GOD...not anybody else...God is bringing me comfort on a daily basis to get through each day without you. As you and I know only GOD is capable of doing that. I miss you and love you mucho, my sis.
Yvonne Cervantes
June 3, 2009
Julie...Today would have been a very special day for you! You're 3rd wedding anniversary! Memories of your wedding in NY will forever be a part of me. You looking so beautiful in your dress and so happy! And all of us freezing our butts off!! Such good memories. I know Gabe is sad and lonely without you, but I know God is bringing comfort to him as HE is bringing comfort to all of us. We all miss you so much Julie.....I see you in my dreams and in all things around me. Just had to talk with you today. Love and miss you more than words can say.
Tia
June 2, 2009
Julie Diane, damn, just wrote you a long, long letter and forgot to save it. Just wanted you to know Reuben, Michael and Andy and getting along as best they can without you. Tommy is there for them, and us, as he always has been. I miss, miss, miss you! Your Mom and I can sit for hours and talk about how much joy and love you brought to our lives. We had so little time together and it went by much to quickly. Lil Man got his first hair cut, Jennifer says it looks like someone just put a bowl over his head (I think they did) and his hair still sticks straight up! You know he will grow to love you as much as we do, as he gets older we'll tell him all about his crazy Tia Julie. I called you on my cell the other day and "talked" to you for 8 minutes, I truly believe he did cuz God and Angels always hear babies. Jen and the boys just got here, went from quiet to noisy, the twins are so cute and they too miss you so much. Pray and look out for us. Talk to you later, I love and miss you, Tia
gabe Nieves
June 1, 2009
It's hard trying to carry on with life in a house full memories of you. Some days I embrace it and other days it hurts to see them.Every move I make, every place I go has you standing by my side. Miss you sooooo much xoxooxxoo
Roxanne Delgado
May 31, 2009
Julie,
It's still hard to belive you are gone but you left us all with good memories. You were such a happy and bright person who could make a room full of people laugh. I will always remember the silly things you said that would make me smile. We all love you and miss you very much. I know you are in a better place.
Vera Hernandez
May 29, 2009
Dearest Julie,
I feel as though I have know you all these years through my sister Yvonne. I will be forever grateful for your love you shared with her - RALPH. It was such a blessing to have you stay at my house and really get to know you. You touched all our lives that weekend. We fell in love with you then as we all love and miss you now. Your laughter was such a gift. My prayers are with your family.
Vera Hernandez
sister of Yvonne Cervantes
Yvonne Cervantes
May 29, 2009
I forgot to include my name in the May 28th entry, it was me, Yvonne, who dreamt of you Julie...
May 28, 2009
Julie, I dreamt of you last night. You looked so beautiful! It seemed so real and I didnt want to wake up. Dont know what we were doing, but we were sitting by each other and you were telling me that your blouse was too big for you! Hahaha! You always were a blast to be with. And then you were unlocking a door which looked like a door to a hotel room. You are always in my thoughts, my heart, my mind, my dreams and forever will be. You left great memories. I love you Julie Diane!
Yvonne Cervantes
May 22, 2009
My Dearest Julie....I still can't believe you're gone....Your smile, your laugh, your not so happy moments...gone...but your memories will live on forever. Julie, words cannot describe what I feel for you as a friend and as a sister in law. I miss our talks and our cries, meeting together for wings and kareoke...without you I would have never met Ralph, the love of my life...You are an amazing person who will always be in my heart, my thoughts, my memory and there's not a day that goes by that I havent thought about you or something you've done or said, or memories of something we've shared. Our last kareoke debut was All Summer Long by Kidd Rock...that song will forever remind me of you and No Woman No Cry...I miss you terribly and love you so dearly my dear friend Julie, Julie, Julie...I love you....
Victoria Delgado
May 20, 2009
Julie,
You will be loved and missed dearly. I will never forget your beautiful smile or your joyous laughter. We always had such a great time singing at karaoke. I will sing one for you next time. I love you! I know you are looking after all of us from heaven.
May 19, 2009
Mi Amiga Julie, I miss you dearly! I have thought of you every day. I miss your beautiful smile and joyous laughter. I pray for those left behind, however I will someday meet you in paradise with all those I miss and love.
--Terre Eudave DG--
Mi Amiga Julie @ GC March 2009
May 19, 2009
Tia
May 11, 2009
Julie Diane, yesterday was another "first". The first Mothers Day without you. Your boys missed you as did all of us. You know we won't forget you each Mothers Day, just as I know you won't forget your boys. You were, and should be so proud of them. In just the short time you've been gone they have truly bonded and are always there for each other as you would have wanted them to be. You did good. I love you Julie
Natalia Perkins
May 1, 2009
My dearest Julie Diane, it seems like just yesterday we were laughing and talking. You are especially on my mind today, you're first month anniversary away from us and I miss you so much. I can picture you, Pearl, my Mom and your Dad raising all kinds of hell up there and driving the Angels crazy. Remember us Julie, look over us and pray for us. You broke so many hearts by going away so soon. Bet you maxed your pilot license. I'll see you in my dreams. I love you so much, Tia
penny perkins
April 13, 2009
Tia, there are no words to describe the pain i feel inside, and how much i just want to see you again. Even if it's just for an hour. you could always make me laugh, when i didn't even want to smile. you took me into your home when i felt i had no where else to go. you comforted me and taught me it is good to be selfish sometimes, yet passionate and sincere. you live on through all of us younger ones you left behind. christmas will never be the same without your pretty smile and loud laugh. you lived every day as if it were you're last. i hope we can learn to live like you did. please tell my mother i said hello. i love you and miss you tia. love always, your penny pooh
Raquel Beals
April 12, 2009
Julie I'm so sad to see you go. I love you and will always keep you in my Heart. Poem for a Loving friend and Mother.
She was just a girl when she first came in to the Lord.
To be free and loved by Many people. Her Boys that are her Pride and Joy Julie why? I haven't slept in days since you have gone away. I feel you and a young girl I knew about you so much how you use to pick Nuts with us My family. You mill be miss..Love Beale In Seattle Wa
isaiah santillan
April 9, 2009
Tia i miss you I wish you were here to hug me and tell me its going to be all right and I shuldnt worry. I cant stop thinking about you youwill alway be in my heart
isaiah
Chrystal Perkins
April 9, 2009
TIA!!! I love you =) All I can do when I think about you is smile. You were the brightest person in our family. Loud and honest just how I like em! I am upset on the outside but on the inside I am happy for you. You're in a great place where you can watch over your boys every second of everyday. They're in good hands. We are all here with them and for them! They loved you more than you could imagine. You will never be forgotten! I LOVE YOU AND WILL SEE YOU LATER!
your favorite niece, Chrystal
Henry & Mellie Bribiescas
April 8, 2009
To the Cervantes family and especially Carmen Julie's mom. Our heart goes out to you Carmen but your love for our Lord Jesus Christ will give you the courage and strength to get you through this. God Bless you and the day will come when you all will be together again in heaven.
Jayme/Nancy Valenzuela & family
April 8, 2009
To the Cervantes/Nieves Family,
"In every life she touched her love lives on, may it be some comfort to you now to know how many lives she brightened with her kindness, and how many hearts remember her with love". With sincere sympathy,
April Massey
April 7, 2009
Julie
Its hard to believe that the days of gathering at your home are over. I want to thank for always opening your home and heart to my family. We are left with countless memories, that we will always cherish. May you rest in peace.
Love,
April Massey
Eric Nowlen
April 7, 2009
Julia you always made me happy when you laughed at my stories about my life. I'll never forget your wonderfull smile and amazing way of understanding me & picking me up when I was down. Thank you for being you! Your the best.
Jodie Jackson
April 7, 2009
I didn't know Julie, but I work for the same airline and would like to tell her family that I am so sorry. I don't know what happened, but know in your hearts that Julie soared with the eagles and saw things from above that most don't. She will now be looking over you. Much love and sympathy to your family.
Tiffany Ballard
April 7, 2009
I am jennifer Santillan's friend, Tiffany. I feel like a family member just from the stories alone. Tia Julie will be deeply missed and always remebered. I carry this quote with me always and try to pass it to the ones I love, " Time does'nt heal pain, Love heals all pain " This is as truthful as it gets. This family will survive and move forward from all the love you all hold for one another. It is with my deepest sympathy I am writing this, but Tia Julie holds a spot with me as well.
Love one another always
Tia Natalia
April 7, 2009
My Julie Diane I will miss you more than you would ever imagine. You always made me laugh and made everything seem better. I'll miss our late night "tub" talks. You were crazy, impulsive but always loving and caring. I'll always be there for your boys, although I could never, ever replace you in their lives. I love you so much, Tia
Angie Jimenez
April 7, 2009
No bond is as great as that between parent and child. My deepsest condolences are with you as you grieve. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
heather benavidez
April 7, 2009
Dearest Julie,
I still can’t believe you have been taken from us so soon. The only thing that keeps me smiling is to know that you are happy in the Lords arms and that you will be taken care of and loved unconditionally. You are an added Angel to our family in Heaven. I love you and miss so much, and you will never be forgotten, but you will always be missed. I know you will always be there watching over us.
Love,
Your Cousins – Heather and Ysabel Benavidez
Joe PePe Campos
April 7, 2009
MY heart and prayers go out to the Cervantes family. I have good memories of us in high school
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