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Gracie Dutra Obituary
Gracie was born in Brawley, CA on August 20, 1951 to her parents, Jesse and Emma Alvarado. Her early years were spent in Turlock, CA where she remained a lifelong resident. She graduated from Turlock High School. She met Richard Dutra and the two fell in love. They were married in October of 1971. Together they had two sons.
She worked as an instructional aide at Turlock Junior High School for 38 years before her retirement in 2017. In her spare time, Gracie loved shopping and going to the movies. Her favorite thing to do was spend time with her family. Her Sundays were always spent with her loved ones near, especially with her sisters playing Bingo. She was member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Turlock.
Gracie was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Dutra; her parents, Jesse and Emma Alvarado; and her brother, Jesse Alvarado III.
She leaves behind her sons, Dominic Dutra and Brandon Dutra; her grandchildren, Dakota Dutra, Drake Dutra, Diego Dutra, and Lola Dutra; Yvonne Dutra; her great-grandson, Kyro; her sisters, Yolanda Estrada, Betty Hampton, Becky Rivera, Olivia Diaz, Olga Alvarado; and her brother, Henry Alvarado.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Turlock Funeral Home, in the Small Chapel.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 22, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at Turlock Funeral Home, in the Main Chapel. Following the service, Gracie will be laid to rest at Turlock Memorial Park.
Please join the family for a reception at Denair Community Center following the services.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Laurel Ruddy
April 1, 2024
Deepest condolences to Gracie´s family. I taught with Gracie at Turlock Jr High School in the late nineties. What I remember most about Gracie was how proud she was of her grandchildren. She spoke so fondly of them.
Darelyn Silveira
March 21, 2024
March 21, 2024
Darelyn Silveira
I met Gracie in 1985 when we both worked at Wakefield and then together at TJHS. I always teased her that she was overdressed for work. I called her fashionista, it was a personal joke between us. I have many fond memories over the years of her kindness, huge heart, and her love of working with her students. Her family meant everything to her. She touched many people's lives, I am grateful for her friendship these many years.
Heaven gained another angel to watch over all of us.
Until we meet again rest in eternal peace, my friend.
Darelyn
Kenneth Willoughby
March 21, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Liz Giannone
March 21, 2024
I met Gracie when her and I worked together at the old Turlock Junior High on Colorado. We became friends and continued to work together at the new junior high. I always enjoyed our time together having lunch and working summer school. Gracie had a heart of gold and the kids loved her. She would always pass out pencils for birthdays to students. Gracie had a great style of clothing. Always dressed to the T with accessories. Gracie will be missed by many and I am Blessed to have had her for a friend.
Rest in Peace my friend Gracie Dutra
I will always remember you
Liz Giannone
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Beverly Schlegel
March 19, 2024
I remember Gracie as I worked with her at Turlock Junior High School, 1998 to 2004. I was a RSTeacher. Had lunch with her daily. Enjoyed her! Fond memories.
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