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Gustavo Zepeda Obituary
1954 - 2023
With saddened hearts, we announce the passing of Gustavo Zepeda, or as affectionately called Papa by his wife, daughters, and grandchildren on September 18, 2023. He passed away peacefully at his home at the age of 69.
The second oldest of ten children, Gustavo was born on January 12, 1954, to Lorenzo and Arcelia Zepeda in Los Vergara, Jalisco, Mexico. He immigrated to the United States from Mexico in the 1970's and moved to Lompoc in 1979.
In 1977, Gustavo met the love of his life Rosalie, and they got married on October 24, 1977, in Solvang, California. On March 17, 1997, they renewed their vows in an intimate ceremony at La Purisima Concepcion Church.
He worked for Pea Soup Andersen's for over 35 years where he found his passion for cooking and perfected his craft from the young age of 20. Better known as Chef Gus he was featured on the Santa Ynez Valley news.
The biggest joy of his life was his granddaughter Presley whom he'd dance, sing, and play the guitar with. Once he retired, he would spend his days dropping and picking her up from school and would attend school gatherings such as Grandparents Day.
Gustavo is preceded in death by his parents Lorenzo and Arcelia Zepeda, brother Joaquin Zepeda and daughter Rebeca Zepeda.
He is survived by his wife Rosalie of 46 years, daughters Cristina, Felicia, and Angelica grandchildren Presley, Luke, and April, siblings Ruben, Lucina, Rebeca, Sergio, Moises, Hector, Rocio, and Oswaldo along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Gustavo will be greatly missed for his kindness and funny sense of humor.
Everyone who knew and loved him is welcome to pay their respects at Starbuck-Lind Mortuary on Thursday, September 28, 2023, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm with a vigil service starting at 7 pm.
A mass will be held at La Purisima Concepcion Catholic Church located at 213 W Olive Ave on Friday, September 29, 2023, at 10:00 am. Interment to follow at Lompoc Evergreen Cemetery.
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Catherine Tate
October 1, 2023
So sorry for your all´s loss, my Deepest condolences to the family.
Eddie Hubbard
September 30, 2023
I was so sorry to hear about Gustavo's passing. My condolences. I worked with Gustavo at Pea Soup Andersen's in the late 70's and early 80's as a teenager and he and I were great friends. We joked and laughed a lot and I'll never forget one day he had this big smile on his face because he was a new dad. We called each other cunado. He will be missed.
Betty Hines
September 27, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss Rosalie❤❤
Sandra Aguirre
September 24, 2023
RIP
Betty Linthicum Hines
September 22, 2023
My condolences to Rosalie and family loved ones and friends.My heartfelt sympathies for everyone. He will forever be in everyones harts that new Gustavo and carry the memories until all are reunited in heaven with.Gustavo. I send you Rosalie bug Hug n kisses. You were so blessed to have such a great person in your life. Whom i met while working at buellton bakery. Prayers with you all.Gustavo will be missed such a kind person.
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