Rachel Ann Templeton
May 14, 1962 - August 4, 2020
San Diego
Rachel Ann Templeton, San Diego native and life-long East County resident, went to Heaven Tuesday, August 4th in her Blossom Valley home. She was among her loving family.Rachel was born May 14, 1962 at Grossmont Hospital, the eldest daughter of Joseph and Sheila Martinez. She had four siblings, David, Sarah, Aaron and Mary Anne. In 1981, she graduated from Grossmont High School. She married her husband, Paul Templeton in November 1987. They raised three children, Derrick, Tiffani and Wade. For thirteen years, Rachel was a licensed daycare provider. This enabled her to work from home and raise her family. She loved being a mother and put her energy towards raising her children. At age 30, Rachel returned to college to pursue her education. She graduated from San Diego Christian College with a bachelor's degree in Human Development. She had a 19 year career with the Cajon Valley Union School District where she excelled as a SECA in the Special Education community. In her mid-forties, Rachel pursued her life-long interest in property management and development. With her husband, they built two houses and remodeled several others.A devout Christian, Rachel had tremendous faith that inspired her friends and family. Her joy of life, strength and determination were an example to all. She was part of a women's bible study group at Shadow Mountain Church where her faith grew and flourished.Rachel was known for her great sense of humor, kindness, intelligence and beauty. She was a loving wife, wonderful mother, grandmother and genuine friend who was an example in compassion, strength and courage. Among her many interests, she enjoyed music. She played the flute and developed a passion for the harp. Rachel was a world traveler and was passionate about art, history, and culture. Her favorite destination was camping with her family in the Sierra's.She is survived by her loving husband, Paul, their three children, Derrick, Tiffani, and Wade, and two grandchildren, Lillian and Miles. Memorial services will be postponed until 2021. An intimate gathering for the family will be held in late August. Please share a memory about Rachel on the Featheringill website. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Aug. 9, 2020.

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Lafe Ball

August 3, 2025

I can´t believe it´s been five years since Rachel´s passing. I still talk to PAUL and stay in touch and many times. Remember Rachel sitting in the office at Cox Communications taking a phone call helping customers and just bringing a smile to everyone´s face. As long as we remember her, she will never be forgotten. Thanks Rachel for crossing my path and making me smile every time I think of you.

Ruth D Lakhany

August 3, 2022

You were a beautiful spirit in my world. I will never forget you...

Tiffani Templeton-Hansen

August 3, 2022

Dear Mom, I love you and hold you in my heart every day. Thank you for blessing me with your love. Love, Tiff

Gricel Medina

August 4, 2021

Another year friends and families,Rachel let us a Legacy ,She touched our hearts in many wonderful memories and ways! You are with the Lord in Heaven,one day I will be there with you my friend! I know the Lord have a purpose in everyone´s life ,and He will help your beautiful family walk in peace,because you with the Lord He comforts anyone who trust in Him! Love you Rachel .
Sincerely Gricel Medina

Lafe Ball

February 26, 2021

I worked with Rachel many years ago. I watched Rachel and Paul get together. Rachel was an amazing person. When she walked into a room, her personality just lit it up. Clearly that is what Paul saw which pulled them together to have such a beautiful family.

Laura Z

August 29, 2020

The only thing that cames to my mind is, I,m so sorry for the lost of a very young and nice person like her. This is what I heard from my sister Gricel, only positive things about her, I even that i did not meet her I'm sorry for your lost. God blessed your heart.

Gricel Medina

August 18, 2020

Rachel was an awesome friend I know her beautiful spirit lives in her forever,family was her most important,but she always made the time to help others including me I know her since 2001 ,she was kind,she touched my heart for all this years,now she is with the Lord playing her favorite instrument harp ,several years ago I worked with her at Montgomery Middle School,I am so grateful to be in my life,I will miss her,she knows that she was very important in Barbara and Sam lives ,she helped them many years,I will see you later in heaven ,love friend. Sincerely . Gricel Medina.

Tina Daniels

August 14, 2020

Rachel was an awesome friend and neighbor. I’m proud to call her friend. She fought the big C for many years and without complaint. Family was her most important focus, just below her commitment and faithfulness to Jesus.
My youngest child was enrolled in her daycare for awhile. She loved children. Her grandchildren were most precious to her.
In these past several years Rachel and Paul included me in their family holiday gatherings, knowing my family was out of town. I always felt at home. She even made sure I had a Christmas stocking for Christmas, which touched me greatly.
Rachel was also fun to be with and we shared many laughs through the years. I will greatly miss her but I know her beautiful spirit lives on through her family. I picture her in Heaven with our Lord, as an angel, with beautiful wings, playing a harp.
Love you, Rachel!

Ruth Lakhany

August 13, 2020

Rachael, several years ago i worked with you during summer school. You were one of the kindest and patient people that i had ever met. You invited me to your Wednesday evening Bible meeting. Although I did not attend and I had only worked with you for 3 weeks, I was very impressed with your gentile spirit. May your angelic wings continue to fly you to the hearts of those of us left on earth...

Rosie Sanchez king

August 9, 2020

Oh my heart is heavy, I love you with all my heart. I enjoyed our childhood together. Until we meet again my friend.

Tiffani Templeton

August 9, 2020

I am Rachel's daughter. To be raised by such a wonderful woman is an honor. She was an example in life to me of intelligence and strength. She was a natural beauty who was comfortable in her skin and loved being a woman. My mom always expressed her joy of having me as her only daughter and was so proud of me. She always showered me with unconditional love, support and affection. She shaped who I am as a woman in innumerable ways. She had a special relationship with each of her children, but she and I shared special times together that only a mother and daughter can. One of our favorite things to do together was going thrifting, or to garage sales. We would make a day of it. My mom always liked to take her time and had a gift for spotting rare and unique treasures. We laughed and talked everyday. She was my support system, cheer leader, source of unconditional love, and my best friend. She was so beautiful and irreplaceable. I will miss her more than words can express. I am so grateful she raised me and that I have a lifetime of memories to recall. I am truly fortunate to have known her kindness, beauty and love. Mommie, I love you. You will always be in my heart and in everything I do. I will see you again some day. Love your daughter, Tiffani Elaine

Summer Fastenberg

August 9, 2020

Rachel was my neighbor growing up and we grew to love her as family. I loved going to her house. She genuinely loved kids and always knew just what to say to make us feel great about ourselves. My life is better for having had her in it!

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