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Ignacio Zarazua Obituary
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for Ignacio Zarazua
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Diana Zarazua-Pennington
March 1, 2025
Daddy I miss you so much. You are my reason for being a person who loves people and who loves making new friends. I know no strangers, because you taught me to talk and say hi to everyone. I love you mucho, much, mucho, my Daddy!
I cant wait for my kiss on my forehead. Give hugs to everyone and kiss my dogs for me. Adios Papa!
January 20, 2015
Dad, today I hold a heavy heart. I think of you often, and as I sit at my computer at work I am surrounded of your presence by my sign in screen, and the photos of you. I can not believe that it is nearing your one year of death. I never thought that I would have to be signing your guest book almost 11 months later. I miss your kisses on my forehead and I miss you always telling me to drive safe. I got in a fender bender last week and all I could her is you say "pendeja you should learn to drive on the ice". Oh, how I wish I could hear your voice again and again. I have the last video of when you were at the VA and I do watch it. It brings so much love to my heart but also pain. I will be getting married in six months and even though I will have my two wonderful Godfather's walk me down the isle I still want you to do the honors. I know you will be there in spirit, but it will still not be the same. As time has eased the pain and I have Dale in my life, I still want you to know I will always be your girl. I will always be your black girl, or your colored gal, and you will always be my "Papa", my "negro please" and my "Fred Sanford", but most of all you will always be in my heart and my "DADDY". I am just missing you and needed to write this down. I love you Daddy. I always have and always will.
ELIZABETH (Lizzy) ZARAZUA
July 14, 2014
DADDY, I MISS YOU VERY MUCH.. AS MY WEDDING DAY GETS CLOSER, I MISS YOU EVEN MORE.!
Cynthia Rocha
March 12, 2014
Mr. Zarazua,as I grew up as a child knowing Him,then later,Johnny,was the most spectacular Mexican Man I knew on so many levels. Johnny had a warm demeanor,a very generous heart as that He took my Mom,Mary Rocha,as He always called her,ANYWHERE she needed to go,and there aren't too many men out there today that look after their buddy's widows like this anymore,which is what made Johnny so spectacular. Johnny was a main fixture of 3rd & Lake;He WAS East Topeka. I was so honored to really enjoy His humor,kindness and Wisdom this past year. My biggest regret is I never played my guitar nor sang for Johnny,like He requested,since He knew my Dad's talents in music perfectly. Thanks for allowing Your Dad into our lives,Zarazua Kids. I really am in awe at the true love Y'all have for Your Dad. You took excellent care of Johnny; present-day kids,take note. God Bless You All. Praying for you.
Sylvia Ortiz
March 10, 2014
To the Zarazua Family:
Hold on the the memories and he will be in your hearts forever. John was a good friend of my dad's (Ben Ortiz) I have known him all of my life. My he rest in peace. It will be hard not seeing him sitting on his porch waving as you go by.
Billy & Debra Woods
March 8, 2014
Condolences to the Zarazua family,John will be remembered and never forgotten for all who knew him.
Patricia Rocha
March 7, 2014
We are so very sorry for your loss. The Rocha family extends our condolences.
Chris & Patricia Rocha
Barbara Tiscareno-Worford
March 7, 2014
Our deepest condolences to all the Zarazua family and peace be with you. On behalf of the Tiscareno family.
March 7, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nina Guerrero
March 6, 2014
We were sorry to here about the passing of Johnny. He always made us laugh. Such a great friend to everyone that knew him. Our prayer's are with all the family.
Nina Guerrero and family
March 6, 2014
To the Familia of John, our hearts and prayers are with and for you for comfort & strength, we loved him, such a good man, he will be missed. The Hill (Rodriguez) Family, Daryl Ray & Martha
Mercedes Serna
March 6, 2014
Giving my condolence to the family,Rest in peace John
March 6, 2014
Praying for the family and a long life friend ,I miss the big huggs u always gave me,God truly has an Angel..Rest in peace
Kim Montoya
March 6, 2014
May the love and light of God shine upon the Zarazua family. Keep the fond memories and special times of John close to your heart. Sending my deepest condolences.
Connie Fouraker Christenson
March 6, 2014
Let the perpetual light shine upon Ignacio.
May the Holy Spirit Comforter be with us left behind.
Thank the God of Israel and of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob for his Promise that if we Believe in Jesus as the son of God we will be saved. As the name Jesus means Savior.
Sing of God's Love Forever, Ignacio! :) as you live that Glorious Eternal Life!!!
May God Bless your family and friends thru these difficult times.
In Isaiah God binds up the broken hearted and he HEALS their wounds. Amen!
Tracy Gamino
March 5, 2014
Zarazua Family;
Please take comfort in memories of a life well lived. May perpetual light shine upon him, may he rest in peace. Our prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Michael, Tracy, Alex and Belle Gamino
yvonne caceres-burns
March 5, 2014
our prayers go out to the siblings and sons and daughters of John. He was a neighbor for many years and a good person. May you rest in peace John. Jose and Yvonne (Burns)Rivera
Cindy Servantez
March 5, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mary Munoz
March 5, 2014
My deepest sympathy and prayers for all the Zarazua family. May he rest in peace
Alex Guerrero
March 5, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to the Zarazua family. I remember cousin Johnny since I was a kid, always funny and laughing. I will remember my cuz Johnny fondly. He will be sorely missed! Much love and blessings to you all. RIP cuz.
March 5, 2014
From all of us that knew "Johnny" and our sympathy and love go to all of you. Starting with his "comadre" Lupe Perez, her brothers, Sly, Cano, and Checo Vargas. Me and my brothers, JR, Chris, and Rudy Perez. Again, with love and sympathy. Anna
Sally Ortega Head
March 5, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at the loss of your father. May he rest in peace. May all of you find comfort in knowing that he is watching over all of you. God Bless
Jo & Rick Hoag
March 5, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
March 4, 2014
To the Zarazua Family: May peace be with you knowing that John is in the loving hands of God. Nancy Lollman
Alan & Pam
March 4, 2014
Liz&Joe So sorry to hear about John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Diana Zarazua
March 4, 2014
Dad, you will forever be in my heart and in my soul. I have always been a daddy's girl and it makes my stomach ache to know I will never receive a kiss from you or a pinch. I want to tell you daddy that I was so blessed to have lived with you for the last two years. I knew that one day you would leave me. I just didn't realize it would be so soon. I I'm numb, heartbroken and very angry. I'm glad we had our wonderful love that only a daddy and his color gal could have. You are my daddy, my papa John, my hero, my life and I miss you so much.
March 4, 2014
Zarazua Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Jose M and Rose R Lopez SR
March 4, 2014
MY DEAREST DIANE, SO VERY SORRY. I WISH I COULD TAKE AWAY THE SORROW. THERE IS NOTHING LIKE LOSING "DADDY" MY HEART, PRAYERS AND FRIENDSHIP SIS, LOVE ROBIN (FRANKLIN) LONGSTREET
Margie & Paul Cervantez
March 4, 2014
Zarazua Family: We are so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace and no longer suffer. He is present with the Lord and in good comfort. We pray that God gives you strength & with time the healing gets better
Yvette Ramirez
March 4, 2014
My condolences to the entire family, <3 May you rest in Peace Johnny, thanx for all the smiles :) Yvette and family
Greg Escobar & Family
March 4, 2014
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your loved ones at this time. I have and always will cherish the memories of all the years growing up with you and your dad Roger. From our baseball years, his taxi years, talking to him and my dad about their Military Airborne years which they were both so proud of, to just every day conversations we had with each other keeping up on events in each of our lives.
I know your dad loved life, because he loved his family.
I'll miss him at the ball parks, but I know him and dad will still be watching me umpire & hollering that I missed that call.
Hang on to your memories, I know I will.
March 4, 2014
Extending our prayers and sympathy to the Zarazua Family. Johnny was a good and man and a better friend.
Dominic and Roseanne Gutierrez
Adrian & Tish Alcala
March 3, 2014
To the family of JZ. Your dad will be missed by many...we just saw him not too long ago take that ride by the church down Chandler Street. As usual, he smiled and waived as he drove by. He was not a stranger to Chandler Street and gave many a ride when needed during his taxi days. He was a kind soul who has left his mark on this earth. Find comfort knowing he is in paradise with his family that have gone before him. Let your tears be of joy...your dad had many friends that will also miss his prensence.
I can see that the ballpark in the Oakland area of heaven filled with his friends who have now welcomed him. The game is own...JZ is here.
Take care ol' friend...say hello to
Chuey, Lil' Beer and Joey.
March 3, 2014
my deepest sympathy for the the loss of your father to all the Zarazua family John Jaramillo
Michael Harris
March 3, 2014
To the Zarazua Family.. We are so very sorry for your loss, Cousin Johnny will be truley missed by us all. RIP Cuz.
Val Harris & Family
March 3, 2014
from the Lowrey family to all of you may May we express our sympathy for your loss.Tio Jaun was a good and valued friend, and we will miss him. Prayers for all of you. Larry Lowrey and family
March 3, 2014
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. John was a good man who will be remembered and loved by many. May the Lord comfort your family during these trying times.
Paul, Bonnie and Sean Florez
Brian Servantez
March 3, 2014
Ralph,Deb&Zarazua Family
please accept our condolences,Johnny will be missed by alot of family/friends/cousins and the list go on.He left alot of memories behind and am sure we all won't forget. We will pray for him and the Zarazua Family
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Michael&Diane Llamas
Gloria Rivera
March 3, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Zarazua family from the Riveras...
Luis Guerrero Family
March 3, 2014
To the Zarazua Familily. Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you in these sad days. John was a very good man. Loved him like a father. He'll be missed.
March 3, 2014
Zarazua Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. We will miss seeing Johnny sitting on his porch. He was a very nice person. May all your memories bring you comfort.
Rosemary, Marci, Dominic, Jennifer, Angie Marty and Matt Gutierrez
Chris/Heidi Perez
March 3, 2014
Zarazua Family, Thoughts and Prayers. God Bless
Rachel Rodriguez
March 3, 2014
Zarazua Family,so sorry to hear of John's passing,He was such a nice guy.Our prayers are with you. David and Rachel Rodriguez-Emporia,Kansas.
Gary Conwell
March 3, 2014
To My "Other" Family: The Conwell's extend their deepest sympathies to the Zarazua family for the loss of your father. Your Dad always treated me as one of his own. Of course he was the originator of "salt and pepper" when he referred to Roger and I. If there is anything we can do for you, please do not hesitate to let me know. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! God Bless you all!!
Anita zarazua
March 3, 2014
My prayer are with you all god bless
My daddy
My Daddy
March 3, 2014
The Mosqueda family
March 2, 2014
My cousins !We love each and everyone of you.Our prayers and thought are with all of you.And to John you will be missed.The Mosqueda Family.
Natalie Zarazua
March 2, 2014
My Grandpa.... I love you so much. I will cherish every memory I have. You will always be in my heart and by my side.
March 2, 2014
Dearest Uncle Johnny and Family, May God hold All of You in his Loving-Hands at this time and for Always!! Our-Family will Forever Remember The Good-Times. Love Alway's, Donna(Larson)Alfrey and Family.
Shelli Zarazua
March 2, 2014
To all my cousins:
I am very sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts & prayers. God Bless You
Shelli Zarazua
March 2, 2014
Tio Johnny ,because of you I learned forgiveness! One of the best gifts in life. Thank you! Although you'll be missed by many I'm happy that grandma is getting another one of her children, who she loves dearly! Give her,my dad & rest of my family a big hug!!! Love you Tio... May you rest in Peace.
Eddie(Beaver) & Laura Arredondo and Family
March 2, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Deb Ramirez
March 2, 2014
Sorry to hear of John's passing. In the years I knew him going back to being a kid, he always had a hug, a smile, a laugh and a story to tell. I will remember you being my cheerleader for years.Condolences to the family on your loss.
Joyce Eddington (Burge)
March 2, 2014
Grandpa was the sweetest man, He was a strong man & most of all a Fighter.. This man would give the shirt on his back to help others... You can always catch him at events & see a Happy man... It was very hard for me to see you take your last breath but I knew you were surrering & I understand that you were being called home... We don't always understand why things happen to people but we need to cherish the times that we had with those people..
I love you grandpa John... You will be missed terribly....
Anthony & Brenda Fitzgibbon
March 2, 2014
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home
March 1, 2014
On behalf of the staff at Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home we would like to extend our sincere condolences to John's family.
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