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CHAVEZ, Roque C.
Entered into eternal peace on Friday May 3, 2013 peacefully in his home in Sacramento, CA after his battle with lung cancer. Born in El Teul de Gonzalez Ortega Zacatecas, Mexico on August 21, 1950 to his late parents Blas and Ramona Chavez. Survived by wife Teresa Chavez and his five children, Joaquin, Tony, Yesenia, Rosana and Roque Jr. Grandfather of nine, brother to seven and uncle and friend to many.
He was a member of the Southern Pacific Railroad for over 35 years, a soccer enthusiast, a comedian by nature, a helping hand and a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather.
Catholic funeral services will take place in his honor, Rosary Thursday May 9, 7:30pm at George L. Klummp Chapel of Flowers. Friday May 10, at 10:00am mass will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. His smile will forever be missed and his legacy will always be remembered.
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Memories and Condolences
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Paulina (Orozco) Zepeda
May 1, 2023
On this anniversary of my compadre Roque's passing, I still remember the jokes shared between him and my late husband Mario Orozco. They were long time friends working for the railroad and always treated each other so special. We miss you both very much and will always have a special place in our hearts. Paulina (Orozco) Zepeda
Paulina (Orozco) Zepeda
April 3, 2014
I was desperately trying to find my compadres Roque and Teresa and was very saddened to find out my compadre was no longer with us. Comadre mis mas sinceras condolencias. Los siento mucho. Me siento muy triste.
Elizabeth Gomez
May 9, 2013
RIP, while we cherish your memories till we meet again<3. My mother Juana Villarreal Carrrillo admires your family very much! Thank God for all the gifts he gave us through you, Roque Chavez.
Mario & Marlo Rojas
May 8, 2013
We send our love and Prayers to the entire Chavez Family!
We are so sorry about the loss of your dad. He was a great man and loved by everyone who knew him! May you find peace and love in the memories you cherish with him.
Rest with the Angels.
Yesenia Rojas
May 8, 2013
We love you papa roque you will be missed - from lorenzo and amaya until we meet again dad love you always
fabiola chavez
May 7, 2013
RIP padrino Roque <3
yesenia Rojas
May 7, 2013
We love you papa Roque you will be missed very much from lorenzo and amaya until we meet again dad love you always
Erika Martinez
May 7, 2013
I remember meeting you for the first time. Everytime I saw you and hung out with the family, you reminded me of my grandpa. Rest In Peace and watch over your beautiful family.
Manuel Chavez Jr.
May 7, 2013
Thank you for all the lives you touched and the laughs you inspired.
Ricardo Canchola
May 7, 2013
Rest in Peace my friend. I was lucky to have met and worked with you on the old SP Railroad. I will never forget your sense of humor. Thank you.
Rosana Chavez
May 7, 2013
I miss you Apa! Please take care of us from heaven. I love you with all my heart.
desi chavez
May 7, 2013
I love you papa. In my heart forever
Jasmine Torres
May 7, 2013
Rest in paradise tio Roque.
Martha Mendoza
May 7, 2013
Love u tio
All ways in our heart
David (torpedo) Ruoff
May 7, 2013
I Had The Pleasure To Work With Roque From Time To Time On The Old Southern Pacific And Later Union Pacific
Many Fond Memories...From Stories To Tricks Of The Trade Of Railroading
He Even Had Me Memorize EL Teul De Gonzalez Ortega Zacatecas
Rest In Peace Roque
Condolences To The Chavez Family
May 7, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
David (torpedo) Ruoff
May 7, 2013
I Had The Pleasure To Work With Roque From Time To Time On The Old Southern Pacific And Later Union Pacific,I Remember He Had Me Memorize His Birth Place In Zacatecas, Rest In Peace Roque
Condolences To The Chavez Family
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