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Roberto Becerra Obituary
March 29, 1939 - October 22, 2020
Resident of San Rafael, CA
Roberto Becerra entered into eternal peace on October 22, 2020 at the age of 81. He was born in Oakland, California and for decades throughout his life he demonstrated a great devotion to relationships - as son, brother, uncle, friend and as a loyal and generous servant of his Catholic faith to those in any need. For 60 years he was a renowned salon owner and hair stylist with generations of loyal, long standing clientele throughout the United States and other countries.
Roberto was a dedicated servant of his Catholic faith. The contributions he offered in his life were vast including serving nearly 40 years as a San Quentin Chapel volunteer. During those decades Roberto was a major force in beginning, administering and supporting the ministry of the Latino population and other diverse groups.
Roberto was born in Oakland, California on March 29, 1939 and was the third sibling of Ausencio Becerra Ortiz and Felicitas Gonzalez Aguayo. He shared a life-long friendship with Robert J. Toscano and together they traveled many places in the world. Roberto will be greatly missed by his remaining 100+ family members, including six other siblings and the great multitude of friends he so loved.
Services are being held as follows: Rosary will be Thursday, Nov. 12th 7PM at Monte's Chapel Of The Hills, San Anselmo, CA. Mass will be celebrated at 11AM on Friday, November 13th, 2020 at the Church of Saint Raphael in San Rafael, will be officiated by Monsignor Valdivia of the Oakland, Ca Archdiocese. In addition, the Church of Saint Raphael will live stream the mass on their facebook page. Note: to participate in the rosary and or mass email [email protected] or text 510-301-8020.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice by the Bay Marin County or a charity of choice. Obituary available at Legacy.com.
Monte's Chapel of the Hills
San Anselmo 415-453-8440
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Debbie Hornberger
November 13, 2020
Hello Cha Cha,
Thank you for telling me about Roberto's memorial service today; I attended online.
One of the priests described him as gentle and that is the word that will come to mind when I think of him. I didn't hear the self-introduction of the family member who spoke, but I think it was one of his sisters. She did a wonderful job of talking about Roberto's life and how loving he was.
It was touching to hear what the younger generation remembered about how special he made them feel.
He did the same with his clients. Like you and his family and friends, I miss him but am so fortunate to have had him in my life for over 30 years.
My sincere sympathies to all of you,
Debbie Hornberger
Monica Una de las cinco mijas, tú Sobrina
November 11, 2020
Uncle Bobby, how crazy it is that when I smell fresh tar my thoughts are of your soft voice and gentle ways. I remember at about the age of 11 you gave me my first Nehru, giving me a lifelong love for bohemian styles. You made time to create many fun childhood memories making puzzles, playing board games and even a few haircuts! Yet the most significant gift for me is your example of service to others. Your legacy continues strong and by the grace of God the actions we have to others will mirror your kind, patient, steadfast and loving character. Te Quiero mucho Tío.
Heaven..aka California heaven on Earth
constance donato
November 9, 2020
Roberto our beautiful Uncle Bobby...we always called him that until we became adults, then it was Tio Roberto. The man whose legacy will live on, like the Saints he so admired and followed. He lived in Peacock Gap...and he was like a male peacock, full of color, full of life and happiness, a protector, a man of God, and a believer in Equality. His lifelong commitment to the unfortunate at San Quentin is amazing and at the same time sad, due to his illness and COVID Roberto missed an important part of his life the past year or more, and I know he was missed and will always be loved and remembered. Roberto always looked after Abuelita Felicitas, his beloved mother and all of his family including my Mama Elisa, and Bob and Uncle Bobby's visits every weekend (sometimes with fresh caught catfish) were something we always looked to with excitement, and may your rebirth in Heaven bring you joy and peace! Light shine on, Roberto your light is eternal.
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