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Sergio Frank Cuellar

Sergio Cuellar Obituary

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Sergio Frank Cuellar

Age 48, of San Jose, California. Visitation Sunday, 12/3 9-11 a.m. with Funeral Services at 11a.m., both at OAK HILL FUNERAL HOME, Chapel of the Oaks, 300 Curtner Ave., San Jose, CA 95125. Burial to follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Dec. 1, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Sergio Cuellar

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89 Entries

November 25, 2024

The holiday season is always a little quieter without you. We sure miss your joyful energy. Happy heavenly holidays.

January 31, 2024

HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY!

November 26, 2023

We hold your memory close in our hearts as we celebrate you during this Thanksgiving season.

January 31, 2023

Happy Birthday.

November 25, 2022

Gone but not forgotten. We are thinking of you on the anniversary of when you earned your wings. You lived every day to the fullest. Your friendship and loud personality made a lot of people happy. You were always the life of the party. We celebrate you by lifting a glass in your honor.

January 31, 2022

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Sergio

Anonymous

November 26, 2021

Can't believe we lost you fifteen years ago. You will live forever in our memories.

Richard E Alfaro

November 25, 2021

I still can't believe that you're not with us. It seems like just yesterday that we shared laughs and good times at work. You were the best friend that I could ever hope for during that time and I will never forget it. Continue to live in joyful bliss in heaven and we'll see each other again. I can hardly wait.

January 30, 2021

HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY

Richard Alfaro

February 1, 2020

Dear Amigo: Happy Birthday!! I miss you more than ever and always recall the great times that we had at GN Resound whenever I think about my days living in the Bay Area. You're consistently a special part of my memories. Enjoy the game and I can just hear you now rooting big time for your Niners.

Richard

January 31, 2020

Happy Birthday Sergio.

Sending happy birthday wishes to heaven in hope that you receive them. Cheers to you!!

The 49er's finally made it back to the Super Bowl. Maybe you can send some heavenly intervention to help them win this year. I can imagine you pulling up a cloud and sitting down to watch the game, cheering for the home team.

Richard Alfaro

February 1, 2019

Happy Belated Birthday my Amigo: I still miss the good times that we had at GN Resound and have yet to find a friend as wonderful as you were. I miss your friendship so much especially in the times that we're living in now. You're always in my thoughts.

January 31, 2019

Happy Birthday Sergio.
Not a day goes that I don't think about you,
Love Your Baby Sister

January 31, 2019

Happy Birthday, Sergio!

February 3, 2018

Thinking of you at this time of year. Rest In Peace Sergio.

Gena

Richard Alfaro

February 1, 2018

Happy Birthday my amigo. It seems like only yesterday that we shared some fun and somewhat challenging times at GN Resound. I still miss your genuine, warm friendship. You'll be in my thoughts all day.

January 31, 2018

Happy Birthday, Sergio. This would have been a milestone year for you. The big 60! The great memories and funny stories keep your spirit alive with us. You are not forgotten.

Richard Alfaro

February 1, 2017

Happy Birthday my beloved friend. How I still miss you so much as time passes. Thank you for your genuine friendship when I needed one. I truly believe that God sent you my way when he did so as to give me a little joy in my life during a pretty difficult time. I can't imagine how my life would have been if I had never met a special friend like you.

January 31, 2017

Sending happy birthday wishes to you in heaven.

January 31, 2017

Happy Birthday!

November 26, 2016

Today makes it 10 years that you have been gone. It seems like it was just the other day that we saw you driving around in your Corvette. It brings a smile to our face when we talk about the good old days and your name comes up. You were always the life of the party and will always be remembered in a good way. We all miss you. Friends forever.

November 26, 2016

It's been 10 years since you left this Earth. It feels like it was just the other day that we saw you driving around in your Corvette. You made this world a more interesting and fun place to live in. You will always be remembered. Thinking of you today and always. Friends forever.

February 2, 2016

Thinking of you as your Birthday passes.

Richard on the right

Richard Alfaro

February 1, 2016

I can't believe how time just seems to pass us by. I guess that is part of growing old. You will never grow old and my memories of our friendship are what keeps me smiling when life is not so kind and true friends are far and few between. Thank you for your friendship and a very happy belated birthday wish.

Until we meet again in the next life,

Richard

January 31, 2016

Happy Birthday.

Gena Bowen

November 27, 2015

Time has passed so quickly but your not forgotten. You would be so proud of your beautiful Jennifer. Rest in peace dear friend.

November 26, 2015

Thinking of you on this special day of thanks and blessings. You may be gone, but you are not forgotten.

February 2, 2015

Happy Belated Birthday: I still miss our friendship so much, especially as I get older and friends are far and few between. You're always in my daily prayers.
Richard

January 31, 2015

Happy birthday old friend. A bunch of us got together not too long ago and your name came up. We still have great stories to tell of the crazy things you did and said. You might not be with us but we still think of you. God Speed my friend.

Richard Alfaro

February 3, 2014

I still miss your friendship so much, especially when nowadays truly good friends are hard to keep. I'll never forget you.

Gena

February 2, 2014

You are in my thoughts and prayers especially around your birthday. We get older but you will always be the young Sergio that I knew. Watch over us down here.

January 31, 2014

Happy Birthday.

November 26, 2013

You are remembered every day of the year, but thought of more often at Thanksgiving and Christmas. The holidays are not the same with out. You are truly missed.

Richard Alfaro

February 2, 2013

Just like the light from a candle, your warm and genuine friendship will forever last in my memories.

Your Amigo, Richard

Gena Bowen

February 1, 2013

You may be gone but your thought of often.

January 31, 2013

Happy birthday old friend. The end of January always reminds me of two things…your birthday and that Superbowl Sunday is near. Your 49ers made it to the Superbowl this year. Maybe you can send a little help from heaven to make sure they win. Me and the gang will be thinking of you this Sunday and will have a drink in your honor.

Melinda Cuellar

January 31, 2013

Happy Birthday Big Brother! Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I know that You,Mom & Dad are watching over me. I love you & Miss you! Love your Baby Sister

Gena Bowen

November 27, 2012

Serg,

Bucky is wearing Resound hearing aids so you are thought of often. Keep watching down on those you left here on Earth. We could use some blessings from above.

November 26, 2012

Gone but not forgotten. You always come to mind during the holidays.

arnold saavedra

February 2, 2012

Happy Birthday my friend, miss all the precious times we all had, you, Dave and I and of course your craziness, when Jan. 31 rolls around I never forget your birthday. Friends Forever Arnold

Richard

February 1, 2012

Happy,Happy Birthday Amigo!! You are always in my daily prayers and fond memories of when we worked together at GN. You will never be forgotten......

January 31, 2012

Hey Serge! Thinking of you on your birthday. I may not remember a whole lot of other things, but I remember your birthday always falls close to Superbowl Sunday. Your SF 49ers almost made it there this year. You are never forgotten, my friend. Happy Birthday!

December 7, 2011

Sergio: I truly believe that you put in a good word for me up there because I finally got a job (life had been really, really hard for the past couple of years). I just know that you were part of it because you were always there for me when we worked at GN Resound. I still miss you immensely and I can hardly wait until we meet again at Heaven's Gate.
Your Amigo forever,
R

G. Bowen

December 5, 2011

Mom and I were thinking of you during this time of the year. You would be proud of your beautiful daughter. She has just begun to spread her wings and fly. You will never be forgotten.

November 26, 2011

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect and remember the people who touched our lives and the blessings we are grateful for. You are always in our thoughts and prayers, just a little more around the holidays. We left flowers at the cemetery in your memory. It doesn't feel like you left us five years ago. We can picture your face and remember your cheerful smile as if it were yesterday. God Bless You, Sergio.

G. Bowen

February 10, 2011

You left us much too soon. You are in my prayers.

Richard

February 2, 2011

Sergio: I know that you continually watch over your loved ones but please say a little prayer for me too. Life has been very hard lately but when I need some cheering up, I just think of all the good times that we had at GN Resound. You were always there to cheer me up and I'll never forget it. I truly miss you more than any words could ever say.

February 1, 2011

This message comes a day late, but you were in our thoughts all day yesterday. Happy Birthday, Sergio. You may be gone, but not forgotten.

January 31, 2010

Feliz Cumpleaños. Via con Dios mi amigo.

November 26, 2009

The holidays just aren't the same without you. You were in our thoughts and in our prayers this Thanksgiving. God bless you.

Liz

April 21, 2009

Sergio

Today is a milestone date that you would have loved to celebrate. Your baby girl turns 21! You would be so proud to see what a beautiful, delightful and intelligent young woman she has grown up to be. On this day, I hope she remembers the loving embrace of your hugs, the sound of your voice when you spoke her name and the pure joy you felt to have her as your daughter. Let the presence of your loving spirit be with her on her special day.

It’s still hard to believe you are gone. Your life has been suspended in time forever as the rest of us grow older. You will never be forgotten.

Richard Alfaro

February 16, 2009

Sergio, I can still recall all of the great times that we had at GN Resound. You were always there to make me laugh, especially when I was having a really bad day. I will never forget you and look forward to seeing you again after I have left this life. You're always in my thoughts and daily prayers my amigo.

Louise Pimentel Just

February 14, 2009

Sergio was in our thoughts lately, as his 51st birthday would have just passed. It's still hard to believe he's not with us anymore. You are missed Serg.

January 31, 2009

Happy Birthday Sergio. I raise my glass in your honor and celebrate knowing you.

BFF

November 27, 2008

I can’t believe that two years have slipped by. You are thought of often, especially during the Thanksgiving holiday. I take comfort in knowing that your last days on this Earth were happy ones. I was told you drove your Corvette around your old neighborhood, visiting with family and friends the week of Thanksgiving. On Thanksgiving Day, I understand you spoke with your daughter, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and several friends. Many who saw you and spoke with you said you sounded happy and that you were looking forward to Christmas and ringing in the New Year. I guess God had other plans for you. We keep your memory alive by sharing stories of the crazy and funny things you did during the time you were with us. Some memories make us laugh and others make us cry. All that really matters is that we are thinking of you. You may not be here in the physical world, but I know you are watching over all of us from the spiritual world. Until we meet again.
Happy Thanksgiving

Rick & Cheri Flores

September 12, 2008

Hey Sergio
My wife Cheri and I were thinking about how we miss hearing you start up the corvet on Saturday mournings and the smeal of the BBQ smoke comming over the fence, we sure do miss you. It's just not the same on the neighborhood.

Sergio at ReSound company picnic

June 1, 2008

March 31, 2008

Serg
Your name came up in conversation this weekend when we were talking about the old Almaden Winery. You are and always will be thought of with special memories.

February 3, 2008

Sergio,

I think of you often and can't hardly believe you would of turned 50 this week. Rest in peace.

arnold saavedra

February 2, 2008

Sergio 1/31 would have been your 50th birthday,you havent been forgotten, miss the laughs,your craziness and conversations we had over the years.

January 31, 2008

Happy Birthday, Dad. I wish I could tell you that in person. We miss you down here.

January 31, 2008

Sergio,
Today would have been your 50th Birthday. I remember you talking about going to Vegas to celebrate. There are so many who still think of you and miss you, including me.
Happy Birthday my dear friend.

November 27, 2007

Sergio - You may be gone but not forgotten.

November 26, 2007

Sergio,
You are remembered on this one year anniversary of your passing. May you be in the company of God and loved ones who passed before you. I pray your soul is at peace.

Annette (Caballero) Medina

September 15, 2007

To The Cuellar Family - It's probably been almost a year since the loss of Sergio but I just found out about his death. I was a good friend of Sergio's and Patty's during our high school days. I have been in shock for the last couple days since knowing of Sergio's passing. It doesn't seem possible that someone such as Sergio that had so much life and exuberance could be gone. Sergio, I was looking forward to seeing you at our up coming 30ish class reunion this September 22nd. That's when I learned you wouldn't be there. I danced with you at the last reunion which I will always remember. You were always good for my ego even though it was mostly flattery. It must have been and is still so difficult for your family and dear friends. May God bring you all comfort and peace in the days ahead. I'm sorry to his loved one's to just now learn of your loss....a great loss. God Bless.

Jennifer Cuellar

April 21, 2007

Dad,

You're still in my cell phone's phone book, Dad. Sometimes I stare at it, wanting to press 'call' and hear your voice.

Sometimes I wear your sweatshirts to school when I'm feeling nervous about a test and just need my dad with me.

Sometimes I retell your stories. Like when you were a kid and had enough money for a toy gun but not enough caps so you stole them. Then Grandma Norma found out and made you kneel on a pillow and pray all day. That story always made me laugh. Now it makes me cry because I'm the one who's telling it and not you.

Sometimes I hate the fact that you left. You will always be 48. But I'm not 18 anymore. And for every important moment in my life you're not going to be here and you die a little bit each time those events happen.

Sometimes I'm happy that you left in your prime. You will forever stay young with your sunglasses and beard and loud 70s music. And we loved you for that.

And sometimes, Dad, I stand at your marker and touch the gold letters that spell your name and I just simply miss you.

So I guess I just need to tell you that. I miss you. But at the same time I'm feeling a new sort of finality. I feel okay to let you go. And it's okay, Dad. We're okay. And I'm okay. And Dad, I think I can finally say goodbye now.

Rest in peace, Dad.
Love,
Jennifer

Melinda Cuellar (Sister)

February 2, 2007

Happy Late Birthday to my brother Sergio, I miss you alot especially the phone calls there are days when I just want to pick up the phone and call you. Now I don't need a phone I just can talk to you within my heart and I hope you can hear every word I say I know you are with me everyday I feel you by my side every step I take. Love

Danielle Cuellar (Neice)

February 2, 2007

Happy Late Birthday Uncle Sergio
I miss seeing you over Grandma's & Grandpa's Cuellar's house. Before I go to sleep I say a prayer for you, grandma,grandpa and my dog Tanner. I know all of you are watching over us
Love

Jennifer Cuellar

January 31, 2007

It was your birthday today, Dad. And you weren't home. It is a surreal experience to know your exact location of rest yet still expect for you to bust through the front door with your Resound hat and dark sunglasses on. It is strange to hear Barry Manilow playing in the house, but you're not there dancing. It's strange to hear the truck running, but you're not in it. There are still sunflower seeds on the floor and the heater is never turned on and the lawn is perfectly trimmed. And you're suppose to be here. I just can't say it any other way. Happy Birthday, Dad. I hope you heard me today.

Javier Quezada

January 2, 2007

Sergio my Friend, I'm sorry I missed your last day in this world. I'm so sad that you are not here on this new year, but I'll always remember the years past and all the fun things we did, when we got together.

God Bless Sergio, Family and Friends

Tu amigo de siempre

Diane Zuniga

December 20, 2006

I too knew Sergio from high school and he was quite a talker and very charming. I saw him at the class reunions over the years and he was a character alright. Earlier this year I had heard from Arnold that Sergio was sick. I thought about seeing him in the hospital but didn't have the nerve to go (I'm not that good with hospitals). Then I ran into him this past summer at The Summit. We had a nice chat and he told me all about his illness and his new lease on life. Sergio also told me how proud he was of his daughter Jennifer. We danced and had fun and promised to get together for a BBQ since we lived in the same area. We didn't get together and now he's gone. I'm glad I saw him this past summer and we enjoyed
some time together talking - old high school chums. I send my deepest condolences to his daughter Jennifer, sister Patty and his wife Elizabeth. Also, to his friends - I'm sorry you lost your good buddy. I know what it's like to lose a dad and a brother.
"Sergio - I'm sorry I didn't see you again and that we didn't have another chance to talk. I'm comforted to know you are not suffering anymore."
God Bless Sergio and all who knew and loved him.

Danny Marquez

December 8, 2006

Sergio, I was so sadden to hear that you were not here with us any more. I will remember our breaks and lunch times in the quad at James Lick High School. Those were the days, sitting at our bench with the rest of the guys (scrubs) talking about the days events. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Robert Lipari

December 6, 2006

I will always remember Sergio from our high school days. Although the rebel, Sergio did have the zest for life and the zest to have fun. Whether pushing me to talk with girls or getting caught at Taco Bell at lunch during one high school day, Sergio always had a way to lighten the load with his comic demeanor and "innocent" smile. Although it has been years since I've seen Sergio, I remember his thin stature and continuous smile. That will be the image I will always remember. It is true Sergio is with God now, which is a definite comfort for us. Sergio lived a short life but a full one. Let us all take nothing for granted and celebrate our lives and each other.

Richard Alfaro

December 5, 2006

I can't express the true sadness that I feel in my heart for the loss of Sergio. He & I worked together at GN Resound and we became the closest of friends. We both reported to the same boss so we would cheer each other up when things weren't going too well for the company (right before they moved the operations to Minnesota). He always had a great dispostion and could make me laugh at the drop of a hat. Even after I left GN, we continued to keep in touch. Sometimes months would go by and when we spoke, it was if we had just seen each other yesterday. At one point in my life, I thought that I was going to literally become homeless and he offered his home to me. I can't tell you how good that made me feel that someone really cared about me at such a difficult time in my life. I will never forget his genuine humanity and will miss him terribly the rest of my life. I offer my deepest condolences to his family and pray that God will guide them through this difficult time.

Louise Pimentel Just

December 3, 2006

Sergio entered my life when my sister began to date him when I was 11. I didn’t have any brothers, but I soon knew what it was like to have one. Sergio – what a character! He was always nice, kind, and funny. I got a kick out of the fact that he didn’t have any filters – if he thought it, he spoke it. His truthful innocence was sometimes provocative, but at the end of the day, he spoke-out about what all the rest of us were actually thinking. I’ll always remember the day when he and my sister bought their speed boat. I still picture his El Camino pulling the trailer. I will always picture him with his straw cowboy hat on, a summer tan that made his cheeks rosy, and a “brewsky” in his hand. He loved his “Vette”. He would detail his car like no one (I always wondered how he got his tires so black). I remember him cranking up the music while washing his car. He loved the Eagles, Zeppelin, The Commodores, Earth Wind & Fire, and other various jams of the 1970’s. I remember how he liked the Pet Shop Boys only because they talked about “West End Girls”. He got a kick out of that, thinking they were singing about Los Gatos chicks. We would tease him about his original dance he use to do, as it looked very similar to the gopher at the end of the movie Caddyshack. Only Serge could do that dance. I will miss they way he use to barbeque his famous chicken wings (darn those were good). I was impressed at what a great gardener he was too. His yard always looked the best on the block.

He enjoyed life, and he loved his family. There were good times. I will always remember the love he had for his daughter, and his wife. I see it in my head like it was yesterday, the way he would sniff her hair when she was a baby. Jennifer was his glory.

We last saw Sergio about eight weeks ago. He pulled up in his Vette, and was very happy. He offered his car to my husband Andy to take a spin, but he declined because he doesn't like to drive other peoples cars. Andy thought he was very generous, and a loving warm person. We had a long visit, and it was great seeing him. He asked me if he looked sweet in his Vette, and I of course said YES! Only Serge can get away with asking something like that. As he left, he was bragging about his new stereo his sister bought him, and that it had a remote control. He was cranking the Bee Gee’s, like only Serge could do. As he drove off, we all realized how much we missed seeing him.

We are at peace that he is with god. We are sad that he left us too soon. I hope he has the sweetest Vette he could ever wish for, and a “Caddy” for Sunday drives. I hope he finds a field of sunflowers, and pops all the seeds he could ever want. I’m sure my dad, along with his parents, have welcomed him home.

Sergio – you were loved by us, and we will miss you and your zest for life.

With Heartfelt Love,

Louise Pimentel Just & Andy Just

Susan Whichard

December 3, 2006

I knew Sergio from ReSound where he was the person who always made my day nice with his warm smile. He brought joy to everyone from the CEO to the Directors to the Managers and to the Assemblers. We were all special to him and he was very special to all of us. To his family I would like to express my heartfelt sadness for your loss.

Joe Tropf

December 3, 2006

I knew Sergio in high school,Class of 76, but that was another life though. We ran into each other at our high school reunion. Your in a better place now, no worries and no suffering any more. To his family and friends, I'm sorry for your loss. Celebrate the good memories and forget the bad.

Arnold Saavedra

December 2, 2006

Sergio(scrub)we have been friends for such a long time. I always enjoyed the times we had together. I enjoyed the relationship that our families have as well. I am surely going to miss you and the many conversations that we had, so many memories I will never forget and always cherish. My heartfelt condolences to all your family, my prayers go out to all of you. Love Arnold

Ella Saavedra

December 2, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy to all who knew and loved Sergio. Our family will miss you and have fond memories of good times shared together over the years. I will personally miss the phone calls asking for "The Scrub". You will be remembered forever, Love Ella (Mrs. Scrub)

Krista Buckles Traynor

December 2, 2006

I also knew Sergio when I worked at Resound Corp. He always took the time to say hello and ask how my day was going. I could always count on him to bring a smile to my face and brighten up my day. I feel very fortunate to have known him.

Gena Bowen

December 1, 2006

In my minds eye I remember how you always had a smile. Your time was too short. You will be missed by many. I pray that you are now in the loving arms of your parents and my father is there to welcome you.

Love,
Gena Pimentel Bowen

Melinda ( Sister)

December 1, 2006

To my brother, I'm going to miss you and I'm going to miss our everyday phone calls. I know you will be watching over me.

Jonathan Lipschutz

December 1, 2006

My condolences to all of Sergio's loved ones.
I also knew Serge (to me) from ReSound. I got to see him nearly every day, and it was always fun chatting with him about sports or dumb company things. He was a very down-to-earth sort of guy. He was a wonderful person, who brought smiles to all who knew him.

Gene Ousterling

December 1, 2006

I knew Sergio from working with him at ReSound Corp in Redwood City, CA. His fun loving, energetic, exuberant nature would make my day.

He was the chief person in the ReSound facilities and maintenance department. He often went out of his way to quickly respond to your needs and provide that extra service. It was a pleasure to know him.

Andy Atamaniuk

December 1, 2006

Sergio always brought a smile to the day at ReSound. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to the family.

Danielle Cuellar

December 1, 2006

Uncle Sergio,I'm going to miss you.
You will always have a special place in my heart. Love Your Neice

Melinda Cuellar

December 1, 2006

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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