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Rachel Cantu
1938 - 2014
Rachel Cantu
1938 - 2014
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BORN
1938
DIED
2014
Rachel Cantu Obituary
Rachel was preceded in death by her mother and father, Lucille and Arnulfo Navarro and sister Isabel Nieto. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Alfonso and daughters Katherine, Aileen and husband Oscar, Connie, Christina and husband George; sons Alfonso and wife Helen, Aurelio and Frank. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Joseph, Rudy, Mason, Joshua and Michael and host of relatives and friends.
Words cannot express her kindness, generosity, integrity and character. We are so blessed and proud of the influence that she had on our lives. She is loved and will be dearly missed by so many.
Visitation will be from 6:00pm to 9:00pm on Friday, September 5, 2014 with a Celebration of her life at 7:00pm in the Chapel of Heights Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:30am on Saturday, September 6, 2014 in the Chapel of Heights Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Historic Hollywood Cemetery.
Arrangements under the direction of Heights Funeral Home, Houston, TX.
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September 2, 2014
The first time I met Mrs. Rachel Cantu, I was around 11 yrs old in 1970.
Alfonso Jr. and I were in the 4th grade at Lamar Elementary, and I went to his house to work on a school project.She was always very generous and polite, she served us a Bologna and Cheese sandwich and ice tea, it tasted great.Throughout the years she remained the same caring and polite person, to everyone.
I cherish the times I was invited to family outings.
Alfonso and I grew up , went about our lives.To this day , I tell my wife
Alfonso's Mom made a great Bologna and Cheese sandwich.
Francisco Borrego(Paco)
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Chandni Valson
September 2, 2014
Though haven't seen in person, through the stories Connie told me everyday, I feel like I have known for ages. She was a fun loving and caring mom who brought immense happiness to people around her including me. My prayers are with everyone who has been touched by her love and energy to stay strong and pass this time with a lot of courage.
With love and prayers,
Chandni
Debra Garcia
August 30, 2014
Aunt Rachel was a very caring, loving and devoted mother, wife, and family member to me. She had a sense of humor no one could match. My memories of her cooking is a memoral impression I will never forget. She is now in the presence of God with her mother and sister (my mother).
I have always carried a special love in my heart for her. My prayers and condolence to my uncle Alfonso and children, and grandchildren.
Debra Garcia
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