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Gilbert Savala Obituary
SAVALA, Sr., Gilbert A.
Born on April 22, 1941, in Salinas, Calif., passed away on May 22, 2009, with his family at his bedside at Sutter Davis Hospital. For most of his life, Gilbert was a resident of West Sacramento, where he met his wife of 40 years, Rachel, who preceded him in death, along with daughter Rachel Victoria Savala, brothers Henry and Trino Savala, sister Betty Savala, and mom and dad Santos Savala and Delores Molinar. He is survived by his sons Gilbert Jr., Paul, and Eddie, daughters Rachel, Victoria, and Anita. Gilbert had many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews whom he loved very much, and half-brothers and sisters that he talked about often. We love you, Dad. You will be missed very much. Services will be held at Church on the Rock, 439 Second St. and Main in Woodland, Calif., on Sunday, May 31, at 6:00 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gilbert Savala
August 7, 2009
HEY UNCLE GIL I HAD A DREAM THE OTHER NIGHT THAT U AND MY GRANDPA TRINO WERE SITTIN IN MY LIVING ROOM ARGUING OVER A FIGHT THAT MY GRANDPA LOST BACK IN THE DAY STRANGE BUT IT FELT SO REAL! I LOVE YA AND TELL MY GRAMP'S AND GRANDMA HELLO FOR ME...
ANDREA
danny rodriguez
August 4, 2009
i love u grandpa didnt go to ur service nd dint talkk 2 u tat much c u soon
May 29, 2009
To the Savala family - So sorry to hear of your fathers passing away, you ve been blessed to have your father in your life for so long, may you treasure all the happy memories of your father, and know that he is in a better place and is no longer suffering, and that one day we
will all be reunited with our loved ones, as god promised. My heart goes out to you and your family. Your father Gilbert was a very loving father just like his brothers, Trino and my father-in-law PeeWee, both my sons loved and miss him so much, PeeWee was an Angel to my sons, and to everyone he knew. God bless your family. With Love and Prayers and Much Respect - George Jr., Luciano and Dolores Ganz Savala
~ The Savala Family, West Sacramento, California
Eulene Luna
May 29, 2009
To all of the Savala family, our hearts go out to you. Gil and Val if you need anything let us know. Gina can call me she has our numbers.
Love From the Luna Family.
Regina Savala Luckie
May 28, 2009
Rest in Paradise Great Uncle Gil didnt talk to you as much but we would come visit you with my grampa Henry. Now you are in a much better place with your brothers, sister, mom and dad. Love ya..
Rosanna Ramirez
May 28, 2009
Gilbert was a very gentle and kind soul.
He loved his family very, very much. And loved to share his stories! Sometimes, tear's of joy would roll down his cheeks when he'd reflect back on a memory.
He loved God and was very blessed by Him.
He will be greatly missed.
God Bless His soul, Amen!
Blessings,
Rosanna Ramirez
Woodland, CA
Rita (Villegas)
May 28, 2009
To All Gilbert's Family & Friends,
May Gilbert Rest In Peace.
May you all have special memories of life with Gilbert. Hold on to your memories & share them with eachother so we can laugh & smile knowing Gilbert will always be with us.
I have special memories growing up with the Savalas' ever since I can remember. I close my eyes and go back to the days when I was alittle girl and it was all about dancing and the music. I loved how it was always a party. Then, through out our years life happened. Yet as an adult I can still say my Love & Respect for Gilbert will always be.
Much Love & Respect Always
Gina Savala
May 28, 2009
Grandpa we are so sad to see you go but you left a legacy that we wont ever forget! May you watch us from heaven...we love you and miss you!
Love Gilbert III, Gina, Gilbert IV, and Alicia Savala...you name lives on! Luv u~
May 28, 2009
My heart goes out to the family, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Elizabeth Pitts
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