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Lucio Garcia Obituary

Lucio "Sonkey" Herrera Garcia, 65, died after a long illness on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2015. He was born on April 15, 1950, in Sacramento, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents Albert and Carmen Garcia and is survived by his wife and best friend of more than 38 years, Beverly, their children, Mary, Louie Jr., and Julia and their grandchildren Luna, Lorenzo, Lennox and Leonardo. Sonkey is also survived by his siblings, Helen (Bob) Galvez, Albert (Edna) Garcia, and Monica Garcia (Jack) and a huge extended family. A graveside service will be held Saturday, December 5, 2015, at 1:00PM, Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 7101 Verner Avenue, Sacramento, CA. There will be a celebration of Sonkey's life immediately following at the Rio Linda High School gym, 6309 Dry Creek Road, Rio Linda, CA. Family requests in lieu of flowers, a live plant be brought to the celebration for his wife's garden.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Dec. 4, 2015.

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Monica Garcia

December 26, 2015

My name is Monica or known as "Monie" Louie's youngest sister. My brother was an inspiration to me. My siblings and I are very close. I have so many special precious memories of my brother, but the hardest thing to do was to face my brother in the hospital, knowing that he knew he only had two weeks to live. I remember before entering his room I was putting on the gown & gloves, as I glanced over to see him, he saw me and put his hand over his forehead as he started crying. I hugged him, held his hand and told "I love you Sonkey" you are the best brother I can ever ask for, you are such an inspiration to so many people, you will always be an Angel to me Sonkey. Than we talked about good times and sad times, we laughed and cried together. Even now to talk about him it hurts so much. Sonkey you are always in my heart, thoughts and prayers every day. May you rest in peace now, I love you big brother "Sonkey"

Helen Galvez

December 25, 2015

Sonkey, I'm only grateful that you are no longer in pain, you were such a wonderful brother, I miss talking to you very much. You will forever be in our hearts, you had such a BIG magnetic personality. Our lives have forever changed, but we have so many wonderful memories to cherish, love you for being my brother. Your sister Tutu

Olga Cid

December 7, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember when Sonkey and the beautiful Garcia family lived in Sacramento. He, and brothers and sisters, would go play outside when we were children. Wonderful memories. May he rest in peace.

December 6, 2015

The twinkle in your eyes, your beautiful smile, the joy in your laugh and the amazing love for everyone...we are so blessed to have been a part of you. We keep you in our hearts and souls. Thank you for being an amazing Brother! Love Patchy and Edna

Ron Brooks

December 5, 2015

I remember Louie from school. Always laughing and a big smile on his face. Rest well my old friend.

KB (Karen ) Brooks ( Anspach )

December 5, 2015

I remember you from High school Louie as one of the nicest guys around... rest well old friend ... remembering you fondly ....

KB ( Karen ) Brooks ( Anspach)

December 5, 2015

I remember yo from high school Louie as being one of the nicest guys around.. rest well old friend.. remembering you fondly

Gloria McEntee

December 4, 2015

I am very sorry for your lost, I know you will miss greatly, all my prayers go out to you and your family. Your friend Gloria McEntee and family

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