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1952
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2023
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Catalina Santana Obituary
October 2, 1952 - December 14, 2023
SACRAMENTO, California - Born in Yuma AZ to Margarito Galindo Santana and Frances Benzor Santana. Mother to Benito Chavez and Celina Guerrero (Chavez). Grandmother to Anthony Chavez, Merina Johnson (Chavez), Alyssa Chavez, Santos Navarro, Alysandra Bustillos, Mason Chavez and great grandmother to Niko Chavez. Sister to Richard Santana, George Santana, Margie Santana, Laura Santana-Matsumoto. She also had many cousins, nieces and nephews that she loved dearly. She was retired from the Sacramento Sheriff's department after 29 years of service. She was also a forever faithful SF 49ers fan. She enjoyed cooking for her family and was an absolutely an amazing chef! Celebration of life 12/21/23 American Legion 521 6700 8th st Rio Linda CA
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Memories and Condolences
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Celina Guerrero
December 14, 2024
Today is your 1year heavenly anniversary. It's been a very hard year. You would always say " you're gonna miss me when I'm gone" and you were so right!
Rosalva Bush
December 30, 2023
Dear Cousin,
I have so many memories of my Cousin Kathy her Siblings and Tios Francis and Margarito. Rest in peace beautiful cousin.
Aly
December 20, 2023
My amazing grandma, you were the only one always willing to be there when my mom needed help with us. Even through the rough times, but I´m forever grateful for the bond we made. Rest easy Grami, love you much
Kathy Dietz
December 20, 2023
Kathy was a wonderful person to work with, she always had a smile, willing to go the extra length to help a person. I know she touched a part of my heart. RIP
Jeff Rodrigues
December 20, 2023
Cathy, you were a welcoming and fantastic coworker. Thank you for your friendship, mentorship, and great personality!
Tina
December 19, 2023
Tia Cathy thank you for always welcoming us to your home with your amazing food! Love you and may you rest in peace.
Celina Guerrero
December 19, 2023
Mom I can't believe your not here. I'll never get used to it. I know you're at peace, free of pain, and surrounded by love. We all will miss you so much! I love you. Rest easy
REYNA ESCOBA
December 19, 2023
My beautiful Aunt Kathy showed me how to make Chicana which my family loves and I think of her every time I make it Rest In Paradise Aunty .
Desiree Chavez
December 19, 2023
We love you Tia Kathy!! Rest peacefully
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