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1932
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William Cabral Obituary
MAY 27, 1932 ~ JUNE 22, 2016
Entered into rest on June 22, 2016, at the age of 84. Beloved husband of 63 years of Miriam Cabral. Loving father of Don (Toni) Cabral, Sara (Marty) Mathis, Melanie (Rocky) Christeson and Robin (Michael) McGurl. Cherished Grandfather of Grant Cabral, Allison and Adam Mathis and Chad, Rock, and Brooke Christeson.
Bill was born in Oakland, California to William and Anna Cabral and then moved to Escalon at the age of 12. As a young man, he loved playing sports and had a passion for cars. In high school, he met the love of his life, Miriam Johnson and that was where their love story began. They were married April 14, 1953, while he was serving in the army and went to Korea. Returning from the war, he and Miriam made their first home in Escalon. He began his 63 year career in the auto industry at Mike's Manteca Ford, which in 1957 led to his own business Western Motors now known as Cabral Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram.
Bill and Miriam have enjoyed a rich life, they loved traveling, cheering for the 49er's and the Giants, collecting antiques, and working in their beautiful yard. Countless memories were made at their house in Lake Tahoe with family and friends. He adored his family and his family adored him, he was admired by all.
Our husband, father, grandfather and friend is now "at home." Goodbye with our love.
The service for Bill will be at Saint Anthony's Catholic Church in Manteca at 11:00 on June 30, 2016 525 E. North St. Manteca, Ca.
If you wish, in place of flowers, donations may be sent to: Give Every Child a Chance (http://www.gecac.net/giving.html), 322 Sun West Place
Manteca, CA 95337 or The Animal Protection League (http://www.apl209.org/about-us/donate/), PO Box 691912, Stockton, CA 95269-1912 or to the charity of your choice. An online guest book is available for condolences to the family at www.plfryandson.com (search obituaries).
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Memories and Condolences
for William Cabral
Joe Novo
July 31, 2017
Deepest condolences to Miriam and the family. I remember Donald always with a smile on his face and it was always great visiting with him and Miriam. God bless him and his family.
July 27, 2016
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.
Carol Chilson
July 3, 2016
Always will remember Uncle Donald and Aunt Miriam with wonderful smiles. Him and my Dad in the parking lot of Western Motors talking and laughing. Prayers will be said for him and his family. Love, From all my family, Carol
carol sinarle
June 30, 2016
Bill was a great person and a wonderful business man. My dad bought his cars from him for as long as I can remember. When I was able to buy my cars I always bought them from him. May God bless the family at this time of loss.
June 29, 2016
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Ps 46 : 1
Jeannette Mendoza
June 27, 2016
I will always cherish my time with Bill and what a genuine, kind hearted and loving man that he was. He told me that he had a good life and a beautiful loving wife and family and that is all a man could wish for. I will always remember his stories from his childhood, his army stories and his family stories. Thinking of him will always bring tears to my eyes but a smile on my face just knowing that we had a genuine friendship. Rest in Peace Boss
william bettencourt
June 25, 2016
good man good boss rest in peace
June 25, 2016
So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. My heart and prayers goes out to the friends and family at this time.
Marcia Perkins
June 25, 2016
Bill's was a life well lived. His work ethic was legendary, and was only eclipsed by his love of family. His smile came easily and I'll never forget it; nor will I forget Bill's infectious laugh, wit and warmth. I was so blessed to know him.
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