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Elisa Rangel Obituary
1938-2012
Resident of Martinez, CA
Team Rangel lost its sweetest captain, Elisa Rangel, age 74, on July 11, 2012. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Alfonso Rangel. A forty-nine year resident of Martinez, she is survived by her nine children including Gary Rangel (Leslie); Rosie Edwards (Al); Lupe Kemper (Brian); Yolanda Rangel; Josie Arth (Mike); Marisela Lunsford; Alfonso Rangel Jr. (Carolyn); Jaime Rangel (Molly); Michael Rangel (Sonya). She is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. In addition to her immediate family, she is survived by her parents, Miguel and Maria de la Luz Cardona and numerous relatives who adored her.
She was a model mother, grandmother and great grandmother- all roles she treasured. Her life was devoted to her family and her deep faith. She lived and taught the values of unselfish love, humility, charity, and kindness with dignity and class. In addition to cultivating a beautiful family, she had the remarkable ability of helping any plant or flower flourish. She could transform a wilted flower or plant into a stunning floral creation. Her love of sewing is reflected in the many beautiful handiworks that she leaves behind for her family to treasure. Her gentle spirit is dancing once again with her loving husband and smiling down upon us.
A rosary will be held on Thursday, July 19th at 7:00 p.m., followed by a funeral mass on Friday, July 20th at 10:00 a.m. Both services will be held at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Martinez. Burial immediately follows mass at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Lafayette, CA.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in her honor to any charity.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elisa Rangel
Al Rangel jr
July 12, 2013
Mom,
It has been a year since you left to be with dad, and I miss you so so much.
We all do!
I hope it is as beautifull as you are.
I love you mom.
July 22, 2012
Dear Rangel Family,
Very sorry to hear about your loss. It's clear your mother was a wonderful influence to everyone she touched.
With Sympathy,
The Markison Family
Regina(Gina) Quintanilla
July 19, 2012
Rosie-
May God help you thru this difficult time. Know that my prayers are with you. She is with her beloved and wonderful husband. I smile when I think of them dancing together again. We have another beautiful star in the sky.
Love you
Gina
Trish Perez
July 19, 2012
Dear Rangel Family -
My deepest sympathy in the passing of your Mother & Grandmother. Elisa is a beautiful and amazing woman. Her spirit will always be with you. She can now rest in peace with Mr Rangel (Alfonso). Thinking of you all during this very difficult time.
Love, Trish Perez
July 18, 2012
Dear Rangel family
We send our deepest sympathy in the passing of your Mother & Grandmother. May her beautiful spirit & faith live in all of you .
Sincerely Anna & Michael Johengen
July 18, 2012
Dear Rangel family-
We are deeply saddened for your loss. Your mother's memories will not be forgotten by any of you. You are a tight close family you had a great teacher.
Frank Fegurgur, Jackie, Courtney and Maddie Byrne
Josie Arth
July 18, 2012
Mom--
Your beautiful soul made you such a rare beauty. You will be missed by all of us every day of our life. Rest in peace.
Jos
Anthony & Lisa Borrelli
July 18, 2012
Rosie,
Her generosity of love and friendship lives on in those that are left behind and for that we are forever thankful. With all the grace and sympathy in our hearts, we're thinking of you and your entire family and hope you find comfort in your precious memories of your beautiful Mother
Anthony & Lisa
David Padilla
July 18, 2012
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your Mother. Grandmother, Great Grandmother. May the comfort of God help you all during this difficult time, hold tight to memories for comfort.
Lauren Rangel
July 17, 2012
I love you grandma! Your forever in my heart! I'm not only going to miss you but your delicious made with love patato fries! I miss you! Please come and visit me!
Love,
Lauren
Gisele Corrie
July 17, 2012
You will be missed dearly by family and friends. Your beauty and kindness never forgotten. May you rest in peace now that you are reunited with the love of your life.
Cliff and Gisele Corrie
al rangel jr
July 17, 2012
Sorry mom, those were hearts that did not come through right.
Al rangel Jr
July 17, 2012
Mom,
I love you so much, I am so broken ?. Until I see you
again. Rest in piece mama.
I?u i?u I ?u I ?u.
Lydia & Jim Vicknair
July 17, 2012
She has left such a beautiful and lasting legacy...her family. May you each recognize her in those closest to you, as life takes this new course. You are all in our thoughts. Love from Jim & Lydia
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