Oscar Sotelo Obituary
November 11, 1978 - June 1, 2024
Oscar Sotelo, passed away on June 1st, 2024 at the age of 45 in Merced, California. Oscar was born on November 11th, 1978, in Merced California to parents Victoriano and Beatriz Sotelo. He resided in Merced, California where he found his forever partner Rachel, and together they built a beautiful life and home for themselves and their three children. Oscar was a proud and devoted father to his children Ariella, Karrissa, and Oscar Jr. He was a loving son, brother, nino, tio, cousin, and friend. His family was his greatest joy and he always put his family first.
Oscar was a great man, who always provided for his family and protected all that he loved. He enjoyed spending his time with his family and friends which often involved barbecuing, fishing, and sharing stories and music. He valued hard work, education, and believed in always standing up for what you believe in. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and encouraged all to live life to the fullest. Oscar will be remembered for his contagious laugh, his love for music, his passion for adventure, his free spirit, and his love for his family.
Oscar is survived by his wife Rachel Fuentes and their three children Ariella Sotelo, Karrissa Sotelo, and Oscar Sotelo Jr. His mother Beatriz Sotelo, his grandmother Alicia Meza, and his five siblings, Sonia Sotelo, Victor Sotelo, Gerardo Sotelo, Monica Sotelo, and Ricardo Sotelo. His mother-in-law Imelda Fuentes. Also by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, Brother-in-laws, and Sister-in-laws. He was preceded in death by his father Victoriano Sotelo. His grandparents Apolinar Sotelo, Carmen Sotelo, and Lizandro Meza. As well as his father-in-law Valentin Fuentes. His nephews, Gerardo Manuel Sotelo Jr. and Valentin Jose Gonzalez Fuentes, and great niece Clarity Serene Herrera.
There will be a viewing held for Oscar on Thursday, June 20th, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Christian Life Center on 650 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340. The funeral service will be held on Friday, June 21st, 2024, starting at 10:00 am at New Life Apostolic Church on 2427 E. Santa Fe Avenue Merced, CA 95340. Followed by graveside services at Calvary Cemetery and a Celebration of life.
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5 Entries
Lorena Daniel
June 26, 2024
Rest in peace sweet soul
Maria Sotelo -Martinez
June 25, 2024
I will always remember you and all of my cousins as my brothers, its still hard to wrap my mind around never seeing you again.
On my way to work one day I had to pull over because I remembered I left my coffee cup on top of my car , as i pulled over you came up behind me and asked if everything was ok. Those were the kind of things you did. you were just that way. I miss you and your absence is heartbrreaking. love you cousin. Till we meet again.
Julie velasquez
June 21, 2024
My dear friend Oscar, yes I'm safden to know your not here anymore but spiritly your here and in our hearts I just wanted to say goodbye although I couldn't attend your services because I was sick I got you here in my heart
Never again will I have another friend to replace you and I just don't wanna say goodbye but until we meet again my friend all I ask of you to watch us from above and possibly guide us into the right direction.and I'm gonna miss you my friend so very much your friend here The Velasquez Familia Julie,Juan (chubbs),Angel and Daniel and Alex Alvarado you will never be forgotten.Fly High
JOHNNY J DURAN
June 21, 2024
Always happy and laughing telling jokes and just talking about how proud we r of r family talking about when we are going fishing singing oldies at work and having each other's back if I didn't have any food for lunch he would buy me some and the same for him going to b greatly missed I loved him like a brother
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June 20, 2024
Bbq across the street with his brother Gerardo
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