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Elizabeth Gomes Obituary
GOMES, Elizabeth ''Elsie''
Born on September 27, 1918 in Bryte, CA. She was called home to her Father on June 16, 2009. She is survived by her children, Rosalind Jaurequi, Rosemary Quintella, Darlene Gomes, and Russell Vincent; grandchildren, Cheyenne and Carly Jaurequi, Shikira Gomes, Jason Quintella, Robyn and Celeste Vincent, Diedra Gomes-Hagood, and Dominique Sciarra; sisters, Patricia Ilsohn, Tarey and Pamm Vincent, and Roni LaFleur. She was preceded in death by sons, Joseph and Darryle Gomes; brothers, Julio, Vernon, Sonny, and Lewis Vincent; and grandsons, Rusty and Dean Vincent, and Bruce Gomes. Elsie had numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren, and many relatives and friends who loved her and will miss her dearly. Services will be held at St. Rose Catholic Church, 5961 Franklin Blvd. on Mon. 6/29/09 at 10am. Interment immediately following at St. Mary's Cemetery, 6700 21st Ave.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth Gomes
Karen Silva
June 23, 2011
Dear Roz & Digi, a Mother is a treasure and hard to loose . No one can tell you how to feel, but knowing "Elsie" and having her accept me as a family member will always be special to me. Elsie May was a light that was put into your lives & shall always remain there. Some folks would be so lucky to have had what you all did. I wish you all loving memories to carry you through the years ahead. Sincerely, Karen Silva
June 17, 2010
June 17, 2010
Mother,
It has been a year already since you have left us. Your physical presence is not here but your spiritual one is. I cannot begin to tell you how much I miss you. It has been difficult, but you have left me and our family with such wonderful and funny memories! Everything I am as a woman is contributed to you and I am honored to have been born to you. You taught me to be strong and to be a good mother. I hope that I was a good daughter to you. I miss our telephone calls, several times a day. I miss your unbelievable wit and honesty. We had so much fun with you! We mention something funny or a "Nani-ism" daily. Thank you for giving my children and grandchildren such a beautiful gift of being their grandmother. I miss you more than you know.
Love, your daughter Roz
Jason Quintella
May 10, 2010
Hey Nani Baby!
Happy Mother's Day...miss you and your love and strength that was the center of our family. So glad you and my mom can be together "up there". I had you both blessed today at St. Rose...felt good to do that! Luv ya, Jason
January 26, 2010
It's been 7 months and words can't even begin to express how much we miss you! You were the best Grandmother, Mother, Sister, Auntie, Counsin & Friend anyone could ever have. You taught me so much Nan and I want to thank you for helping me become a strong independent woman. I was truly blessed to have you as my Grandmother and as my "FRIEND". I love and miss you Elizabeth!
Your Granddaughter,
Shikira~
Joanne & Cisco Santana-Montez
July 22, 2009
Dear Roz, Rose and Family,we send you prayers for comfort together with our love. Elsie was a beloved person to everyone who knew her. I remember how she always embraced us with her warm smile and husky laughter. She made us feel special in her presence. Her legacy lives on in her beautiful children and grandchildren. We were all blessed to have shared the light of her golden spirit. Rest well, Dear Elsie. Love to all the family.
Sandy Cormier
July 21, 2009
I feel so bad I didn't keep in touch and now it's too late. I am sending everyone my deepest sympathies. All my love to the family. I am so sorry and sad. Sandy Cormier (evie's daughter)
Johnny McEachren
July 20, 2009
TO THE GOMES FAMILY OUR PRAYS ARE BEING SENT FOR ELSIE FORM FLORIDA. SHE HAS TOUCH MY PEOPLE IN HER LIFE AND I AM ONE OF THEM. SHE ALWAYS GREETED ME AS PART OF HER FAMILY AND I WILL MISS HER VERY MUCH I ALWAYS ENJOYED HER STORIES AND HER VISITS TO THE CAPE.
JOHNNY MC EACHREN
Barbara Cormier Lennon
July 20, 2009
Dear family, I can't express how much your mom and grandmother meant to me. I always felt we had a connection of some kind with her. I always looked forward to Elsie and Tillie coming to see us on the Cape. The season always flew by and they were always busy with there dances. I was lucky to catch up with them a few times a year. I loved Elsie voice too and will hold it in my memory. I see are birthdays were only one day apart maybe that's the connection aside from being family, both being Libras. I had wanted so much for my kids to meet her but for $ reasons it never was to be. I hope we don't loose touch. I am in touch with Carli on MySpace and Gingi and Vinc on facebook along with a few others. Please look for me. I would love to catch up with you and your lives.Love and peace ,
Barbara Jean (Cormier) Lennon and family.
Karen Silva
July 16, 2009
Digi, Roz, Rose and Family, I am thinking of you, may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times we all had together as you celebrate your Elsie, Mom, Sally Sue's life. Your Friend, Karen
Blythe LaFleur
July 1, 2009
Aunty,
Even when I didn't see you,
I always felt your smile.
The strength of your Spirit traveled,
over many distant miles.
Like Sunshine in your pocket
that warms you on a whim-
A spitfire in a spritely frame,
that never seemed to dim.
Power in a small package,
with a heart as big as a Giant
Will, as strong as steel,
and energy, just as defiant.
A shooting star in shadowed blue skies,
you shower the Night in a bright glow
The guiding light to our travels
you canopy us in love wherever you go.
I will miss you....
luv blythe
June 29, 2009
Our deepest sympathy. We also know what it is to loose a mother. She is in God's hands now. Our blessings go out to all of the family.
Gerri Goncalves & Stephaie Lefort (Annie and Babe Goncalves) daughters
Roz Jaurequi
June 29, 2009
Mother...where do I begin? You have truly, truly made me the woman I am today. What am I going to do without you? You have made our lives so rich with your teachings and your laughter and honesty. Everything I learned as a mother, came from you. You helped to raise Cheyenne & Carly every step of the way and I couldn't have done it without you. My children and grandchildren were so, so very fortunate to experience what I had as a child in you. They will forever miss you as I will. I'm so blessed that they bonded with you in a way that was so special. I hope as a daughter, I showed you how much I love you and appreciated everything you ever did for me. A hole in my heart will never close, but I know you are at peace. I will be with you someday, and know that I love you with all my heart. Missing you...Roz
Terri Tillman Brown
June 27, 2009
Although I hadn't seen her many years I am glad to see that she never lost her sense of humour. She was a very lovng person. To all her family I send my condolences. Always keep the sunshine that I know she has put into lives over the course of time.
Maria Forney & Fam.
June 27, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 27, 2009
Dearest Elsie,
We will remember your candor and wit, always bringing laughter. We will forever miss your light......
Love, Angela & Yuki
Carla Quintella
June 26, 2009
Nani,
You have been a wonderful example of how a grandma should be. You were honest,comical, and you loved your family unconditionally. Thank you for sharing some of your favorite recipes with me. I will keep the meals in rotation :)I am glad that you were able to live your life to the fullest. Your wonderful sayings will always stay with me forever. Don't worry I will keep your Grandson from going on his late night runs to Walgreens. We know how you felt about that:)
Love,
Carla
Jeannie
June 26, 2009
Roz, Rose and Family, I am thinking of you, may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate your Mothers wonderful life.
Jason Quintella
June 26, 2009
Nani, Baby!
You are a treasure to me and my family, and I cannot tell you with words how much I learned from you as a Grandmother. I feel so lucky that God kept you here long enough for you to also have an impact on my childrens lives. Your humor and wisdom will be with me for the rest of my days. Thank you for being bigger than life!
Love you,
Jason
Lavon Vincent
June 26, 2009
Nani,
I will forever thank you for being there for my family. You taught me so much about life and people, laughter and music & especially how to make "jag" and those wonderful baked beans!! I'll miss your wonderful stories. I'll forever honor you by teaching my children and grandchildren what you taught me. I miss you so but I know an angel has gone home. I love you Nani.
olivia jaurequi
June 26, 2009
"NANI,i will always remember you.it was fun when we went to hometown buffet and sizzlers and go to get bathing suits.your room was always like a candy shop for bella,brother,and me.it was always fun when we went to moneray.oli"
Carly Jaurequi
June 26, 2009
Nani, you were much more than a grandmother; you were truly a friend. You did so much for us, more than I ever realized when I was a child, and I can't begin to thank you for that. I'm so glad I have such great, happy, funny memories of the years I had with you, and I'll never forget you. As much as I miss you, I know you're in a better place. Love you, Nan. Your granddaughter, Carly <3
Amber Jaurequi
June 26, 2009
Sunshine... I will always have you and our memories in my heart. Thank you for being such a big part of our life, we cherished every minute. If anyone will live up to the saying gone but not forgotten it is you. You are such an inspiration to us all to live life how you want it and to just "be real". Thank you for the special bond you made with our kids, they will always know there "Nani".
We love you so much,
Amber,Cheyenne,Olivia,Isabella & Brother
June 26, 2009
NANI WORDS CANNOT EXPLAIN WHAT YOU HAVE DONE FOR ME IN MY LIFE WE HAVE HAD A LOT OF GREAT TIMES TOGETHER AND I WILL FOREVER BE MISSING A PIECE OF ME WITHOUT YOU!
LOVE YOU BABY YOUR GRANDSON AND FRIEND
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