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Dorothy Vargas Obituary
Oct 2, 1933- Jul 27, 2019
Dorothy Lee Vargas, 85 of Newman passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, July 27th surrounded by her family.
Ms. Vargas was born in Modesto California to Joe and Isabelle Vargas and was a lifelong resident of Newman living on the family farm for over 70 years. She was the family matriarch who carried out and kept up all the family traditions and holidays. She was a faithful participant and parishioner of St. Joachim's Catholic Church in Newman and was a member of the Altar Society. Dorothy lived her life with great devotion to her family, friends, and her deep love of animals. She was a great supporter of all charities in regards to Animal Care and Preservation. She worked for and retired from Pacific Bell as a phone operator for over 35 years.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Isabelle Vargas; brothers, Richard Vargas, Daniel Vargas, Thomas Vargas and sister, Jeanette Pires. Ms. Vargas is survived by sister, Joyce Ananos of Pleasant Hill along with numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews.
A Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm followed by a Rosary at 7:00 pm, Wednesday, August 7th at Hillview Funeral Chapel in Newman. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am, Thursday, August 8th at St. Joachim's Catholic Church in Newman. Interment to follow at Hills Ferry Cemetery in Newman.
Donations may be made to: Community Hospice, 4368 Spyres Way, Modesto, CA 95356 or ASPCA, 424 East 92nd Street, New York, NY 10128.
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Anna Talbot
August 6, 2019
I was blessed to have known Aunt Dorothy growing up and all my adult life through my nephews, niece, brother and my beloved sister in law Jeanette. She was always at every family or niece, nephew event offering her support and love. My thoughts are with you Joyce and family and especially to my brother John, my nephews Gabriel, Paul and niece Pamela...because I know that the loss of yet another wonderful woman in your lives will be very difficult. The grieve you are experiencing is your final act of love for your aunt and the greater the love the greater the grief. My love to you all, your sister and aunt Anna Maria.
August 4, 2019
Am so very sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing, I worked with her in Modesto for the phone company for many years. After our retirement we kept in touch. She was a joy to be around and work with.
Joan Bowser Mobley
August 2, 2019
To the family of Dorothy L Vargas. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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