CARMEN ROSALES Obituary

Name: Funeral Mass for CARMEN ROSALES
Start: 2025-04-03T16:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Mary's Catholic Church

CARMEN SANCHEZ ROSALES

Dec. 31, 1941 – Mar. 14, 2025

Carmen Sanchez Rosales passed away on March 14, 2025, following a period of declining health, at El Centro Regional Medical Center, El Centro, CA.

Born in Calexico, CA, on December 31, 1941, she was the eldest child of Beatriz Manriquez Sanchez and Paulino Sanchez. She grew up in Calexico, graduated from Our Lady of Guadalupe Academy, and later married Roberto Rosales. Together, they raised five children and made their home in Calexico before moving to El Centro in 1979. Carmen retired from JCPenney, where she worked in retail sales.

A woman of deep faith and unwavering principles, Carmen was wholeheartedly devoted to her family. She took a keen interest in the lives of her children and grandchildren, always offering her love, support, and prayers.

Those who knew her cherished her quick wit and sense of humor especially her signature exclamation, "!Asustame!" She found joy in singing, laughter, and embracing life with an open heart.

Her greatest pride and joy were her 11 grandchildren, whom she unconditionally loved and supported. She attended countless sporting events and lifted up more daily prayers for them than could be counted.

Carmen is survived by her husband, Roberto Rosales, and their children: Martin Rosales, Alma Reed, Patricia (Gene) Martin, Carmen Cardenas, and Ana Marissa (Ramon) Bermudez. She leaves behind her beloved grandchildren: Jordan and Jasmine Reed; AJ (Amy), Janyssa, and Jared Martin; Anaisa, David, and Bella Cardenas; and Andres, Karissa, and Vanessa Bermudez; and great-grandson Alijah Martin. She is also survived by her siblings, Lilia "Chachi" Moreno, Paul Sanchez, and Alma Babcock. She was preceded in death by her sister, Beatriz "Tino" Verduzco.

A funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church in El Centro on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 9 a.m., followed by a private burial at Evergreen Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established at Whispering Winds Camp, 4636 Mission Gorge Place, Suite 203, San Diego, CA 92120 or www.whisperingwinds.org.

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Published by Imperial Valley Press Online on Mar. 29, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for CARMEN ROSALES

10 Entries

Connie Escalante-Duarte

April 2, 2025

My most sincere condolences to Alma Reed and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless you all. May she Rest In Peace.

Rosaura Soto

April 1, 2025

My sincere condolences to the Rosales family. Carmen was a true prayer warrior. She would always tell me, "I´m praying for you Mijita." I know that she will continue praying for me/us as she rejoices in the peace of Christ.

Dorothy

April 1, 2025

I met Carmen many years ago as she worked at Penney´s. I always preferred her of all cashiers. She was always pleasant and helpful. Occasionally I´d see her at mass. We went to different Masses. May she Rest in Peace

Tommy & Gloria Meza

March 29, 2025

My Condolences to The Roberto Rosales Family.

Felissa Pinedo

March 25, 2025

Carmen and I had many happy working moments we had lunch together for many many years she would always share her fruit with us worked with Carmen for 25 years .... Carmen always in my heart you will never never be forgotten may you RIP

Diana Plascencia

March 25, 2025

May she rest in peace. Carmen was very special. We worked together for more than 30 years. It was me to tell her to apply for work.

Maria Frausto Chavez

March 25, 2025

Dear Sanchez Rosales Family, my deepest condolences for your great loss.
Although, I never met Carmen, I felt as if I knew her. It was clear that her family is her legacy. She poured a sense of unity, leadership and Faith into her family, which is proof of her love and devotion to our Lord. What a life well lived, I could only imagine the homecoming in heaven. May God Bless you all today and always. 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. Love and Blessings Maria and Ava Chavez

Sandra Cruz

March 23, 2025

My deepest condolences to your family during this difficult time. Your mother was a beautiful soul whose kindness and love touched so many lives. May you find comfort in the memories you shared and the love she left behind. Wishing you strength and peace in the days ahead.

Lilia Adani

March 22, 2025

I´m heartbroken that my Tia Carmen has passed away. She was funny, kind, but most of all she was a genuine person full of grace and a woman of deep faith. She loved to laugh and make others smile. I looked up to her so much and will miss her more than words can say. Life won´t be the same without her, but I´m so grateful for all the memories and love we shared and I know she is in a better place. "Leave me alone" from your niece that lives you dearly Lilia

Bette Walsh

March 21, 2025

I'm so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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