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Nellie Basquez Obituary
Nellie's education journey began at Courtland Elementary and culminated at Hiram Johnson High School, laying a strong foundation for her future endeavors. Her career was marked by dedicated service at the State of California, Arco Arena, and later at the Golden One Center, where she contributed significantly to the operations.
A devout member of St. Paul's Catholic Church, Nellie actively participated in church activities and found great solace in her faith. She was also an active member of the Catholic Daughters Court #172. Her personal life was enriched by hobbies such as baking, swimming, walking, bicycling, and RVing, which she pursued with great enthusiasm and joy.
Nellie is survived by her loving husband of 61 years Tony, and their sons, Andrew (Kandi), Gabriel, and Adrian. She was a proud grandmother to Kimberly, Tony, Desiree, Alex, DeAngelo, and Jazlyn, and a great-grandmother to Autumn, Parker, Dakota, Aaliyah, Alicia, and Silas. Her siblings, Maria, Martin, and Jerry, along with many nieces and nephews, also survive her. Nellie was preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Eleuteria, and her siblings, Manuel, Joseph, Delores, Angie, Lupe, Vivian, Blossom, and Teresa.
Arrangements for Nellie are being handled by St. Mary's Funeral Home in Sacramento, CA. Her life and legacy will be honored in a manner befitting her remarkable spirit and the profound impact she had on those around her. Nellie's memory will be cherished and celebrated by all who knew her.
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Llana Marie Anderson
February 22, 2025
Dear Nellie Friend....You were my best friend at DOJ. You took me home one day for a most incredible lunch of tortillas and refried beans...Such good memories. And all our holiday cards. Even though I'm in Utah, I miss your sweet personality a lot. The heavens will enjoy you. Llana
Stefanie Stevens
August 18, 2024
My Tia Nellie had the kindest heart. She was one of the first to be there for me when my grandma (her sister) passed away and I will always be grateful to have had her in my life during that time. I love you and will miss you dearly.
Dauna Kammerer
August 16, 2024
I knew Nellie through a mutual friend, Dee Brich; Nellie´s warm heart did not know any strangers. She had a way of making you feel loved and valued as soon as she met you.
She will be sorely missed!
Lisa Gutierrez
August 15, 2024
There are to too many memories of my Tia, whom I was fortunate to make memories with.... My fondest memory that stands out was our time at the Tejano Festival every Labor Day weekend with her and my Tia Lupe and my Tio Joe... one time we all got to hear the sounds of Little Joe & Familia snd Ramón Ayala ! Her sweet gentle nature and genuine presence will be sorely missed. RIP QUERIDA
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Christine Smith
August 10, 2024
My longtime friend. I'm heartbroken
Jackie Loret de Mola
August 9, 2024
My late husband, Henry, and I have known the Basquez family for many years. They have been pillars of St. Paul and welcomed us when we began in 1989 or so. I loved her smile and her loving ways. The last time I saw her was about 2 months ago and she hugged me. I miss her! I am so sorry, Tony! May God bless all who love this beautiful woman of God!
Anthony Garcia
August 7, 2024
OUR COUSIN AUNT AND FRIEND WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED FROM THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CLAN OF VENEGAS NUNEZ. ALWAYS SMILING ALWAYS A PLEASURE TO SEE.
THE GARCIAS
Maria Tafoya
August 5, 2024
I will always cherish the memories Nellie and I made in my pool when she lived across the street from me and would come over practically every day. We´d dance in the pool and do exercises to Mexican music played on my Bluetooth. I´ll truly miss those days. Sometimes our niece Pam would join us. Another cherished memory is of when we were children, Blossom age 4, Nellie age 3 and myself age 8. We were best buds and spent hours in the bamboos that grew in our home, where the chickens slept, and played house. Our furniture was wooden tomato boxes and our play dishes were the lids from mom´s canning jars. Our food, tortillas. I was big sis as I would always remain. We didn´t realize we were so poor because we had so much love. I´m missing you sisters.
Michelle Eck
August 5, 2024
My best memory was April 2023 she went to Pasadena, CA with me because my husband had to back out and I had already paid for him. We attended the Catholic Daughters State Convention and we had so much fun. She was a great help to me in my court and as a friend. I will always remember her in my heart and will miss her beautiful smile when we saw each other.
Angela Bribiescas
August 1, 2024
One of my favorite memories with Nellie was in my backyard. Drinking wine, swimming, listening to oldies and telling each other secrets. She was my Tia and best friend and she took a piece of my heart with her. Rest in piece Auntie until we meet again to share more secrets. Angie B
Peter J. Minor
July 31, 2024
Every year and every holiday that she would take the time to send my family a card and a note. With prayers and blessings .
I was fortunate enough to get to know her, and cherish the laughters when we would play white elephant during Christmas.
I am thankful and blessed to have known her
Andrew Basquez
July 31, 2024
We would always make tamales at my house every Christmas with my daughter and Grandchildren. She would always be wearing her Santa helper hat and Christmas sweater. Miss you Momma!
Love, Andy, Kandi and family
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