Sofia Erminia Ybarra

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Sofia Ybarra Obituary

YBARRA, SOFIA ERMINIA "MINNIE" GONZALEZ Born on February 28, 1928, in Lemon Grove, CA. Died on July 15, 2008. She was the daughter of Juan de Dios Gonzalez and Cruz Romero Gonzalez. An extraordinary woman with an extraordinary spirit "Minnie" was beloved and respected. Her life was filled with love, laughter and a friendly outlook. If you knew her well, you became family. Her dedication and devotion to family, especially her four favorite sons, were her core traits and her acts of kindness are legion. Minnie lived the teachings of the bible every day. She loved dancing and music, especially her sons singing. One of her favorite activities was the regular lunch get-togethers with "the class of '46 girls" from Logan Heights. She was a goal setter who was relentless and tireless in all her work. She graduated from San Diego High School in 1946. She was one of the many "Rosita the Riveters" at Convair during WWII. She spent 20 years at Bohemian Bakery and managed others. Minnie was well known in the Latino community for being hand picked by Cesar Chavez to direct farmworker service centers and medical programs on both sides of the border. She also worked with the United Domestic Workers. In 1988, she was a national delegate for Michael Dukakis for president and this year an avid Hillary Clinton supporter. Minnie loved people and people loved Minnie. Her family knew they could always rely on Minnie to be there for them. Her four sons made her proud, but they were always more proud of who they chose to be their mother. She is survived by her sons Richard, Albert, Daniel and Samuel; 15 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, her dear sister Elisa Gomez and brothers: Joe Albert, Manuel, Bobby, Louie, Henry and 200+ nieces and nephews. Services: Tuesday, July 22nd, Goodbody Mortuary, 5027 El Cajon Blvd., SD, 92115, 4 p.m. Viewing; 7 p.m. Rosary and Tributes; Wednesday, July 23rd, 10 a.m. Mass at St. John of the Cross, 8086 Broadway, Lemon Grove, 91945; Interment Holy Cross Cemetery followed by reception at St.John's Parish Hall. Donations to San Diego Hospice.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Jul. 20, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Sofia Ybarra

12 Entries

Tom & Julie Suiter

July 23, 2008

Sammy
As we have not seen one another for awhile, my prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Your mom is now at home resting peacefully.

Lynne and Bill Pavlacka

July 22, 2008

Sammy- Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Your mom was a dear, sweet woman.

Frank Carriedo

July 22, 2008

Ybarra family,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss
of your mother. Minnie was with no
doubt a very special person, May God
Bless you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frank & Martha Carriedo

Suzanne Campos

July 22, 2008

Sammy,

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Suzanne Campos

Margie Hernandez

July 21, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Ybarra family at this sad time. May our dear Lord and our Blessed Mother guide Minnie into Heaven for her eternal rest.

Jesse Vasquez

July 21, 2008

Dear Richard, I remember your mom from baseball games at Our Lady of Guadalupe. If you look in your archives of pictures there might be a picture of me hitting a home run. I remember your mom cheering us on, she was always there for you and us; Ceasar, Armando, Chavita,Malcolm and all our Guadalupe buddies. I also remember our basketball games at St. Augustine. Richard you have my deepest sympathy and condolences at this sad time. Your classmate, Jesse Vasquez, from Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Laura Downey

July 20, 2008

I didn't know Mrs. Ybarra, but I know one her sons--he's a testament to the way she raised her children--to give of themselves to others and to make a difference in the world. I am sorry I never had the honor of meeting her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, for I know she will be missed.

Henry and Sally Gonzales

July 20, 2008

Hi Minnie(pearl) Sis you were the greatest, there are so many reasons I want to to thank you. Thank you for mostly for being my sister, sister, thank you for always being there for us. Thank you for making me laugh,
thank you for showing me how to hold my head up when the chips were down. I will always remember your ever so terrific laugh.
You were always so positive. Always looked at the bright side of everything. Just being there for anyone who needed you. Sister you will be forever missed and forever loved . You will be in our daily prayers. Also I know that you are so happy in yor new home with God and your family who were waiting for you at the pearly gates. Loving you forever Brother Henry and Sally
Mostly thank you for making sure that I got a birthday cake.

Lea Francisco

July 20, 2008

Minnie, You led a good life. You raised spectacular children. You gave to your community. You did good woman! It was good to know you.

Capt Paul Zacharzuk

July 20, 2008

While growing up in the neighborhood, Mrs. Ybarra was one of the Matriarchs all us boys looked up to. Family was one of her core values that you could always see was a cornerstone of her life. Over the years through all the special occasions and family events, she was always there to welcome you in. She is a remarkable lady that will be missed by all of us who’s life she has touch. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

augie Bareno

July 20, 2008

Minnie-i first met you in 1961,when you would pick up richard and abbie at st judes.Little did i then that you would be presence in my life as an adult.You taught me so many things by the way,you lived your life.Your stories about the bohemian bakery and logan heights always inspired me to try to give voice to our history,like you did with me.You taught about my family "smith's,and you said i looked like Don Alberto Smith",so you started calling me that and the name stayed with me ,like a special code between friends.You honored me and chunky sanchez by letting us share your life in the huelga with students from sweetwater. I admired how easliy you made friends and i am happy that i was able to introduce you to frances and to have been there to watch both of you experience the joy of Barona. Augie Bareno.

Pete & Debbi Zacharzuk

July 20, 2008

As one of the 'boys in the neighborhood', Mrs. Ybarra's door was always open. She treated me and my brothers like one of her own and we always felt welcome in her home. She will be greatly missed. May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.

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