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Mercedes Acevedo Obituary
Mercedes finally succumbed to a long illness that riddled her body for the last several years. She passed away on Monday, September 20, 2010 in Santa Cruz with her family by her side. She is survived by her by children, Eddie Sanchez and Isabella Rich, her parents; Matilde and Marcelino Acevedo, siblings; Dianna Guzman, Alex Acevedo, Michael Acevedo and Marcy Lauderbaugh; brothers in laws; Pedro Guzman and Larry Lauderbaugh and her niece, Micaela Guzman and other extended family members and close friends.
Mercedes was born in San Mateo, CA on July 24, 1964 where the family lived in Pescadero until making their home in Santa Cruz. She attended Santa Cruz High School, UCSC and graduated from FIDM, in San Francisco with a Degree in Textile Design. She attempted to utilize her talent locally, but found that opportunities were not so ubiquitous in Santa Cruz, so instead she reinvented herself and emphasized her talents in Organic gardening and maintenance.
Mercedes was an avid aficionado of nature, where oftentimes she spent many summers and weekends at Andrew Molera State Park in Big Sur with her family and friends.
Like beauty found in nature, she also found it in Music. Her collection of eclectic music comprised of Billie Holiday to the Ramones. She also enjoyed sewing and designing her own clothes.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, September 27th at Holy Cross Church 126 High St. in Santa Cruz beginning at 1 p.m. A vigil service and recitation of the rosary will be on Sunday evening at 6 p.m. at Benito and Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel, 1050 Cayuga St. Friends may pay their respects at the chapel on Sunday from 5 p.m. until the vigils services begin. A private interment will take place at Holy Cross Mausoleum at at a later date.
Her family would like to thank Hospice of Santa Cruz County for their care and support.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to be made to Bank of America in care of Mercedes Acevedo Memorial fund to help pay for funeral expenses.
Arrangements are under the directions of Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel in Santa Cruz. Please visit our web site www.pacificgardenschapel.com to sign our online guest registry.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mercedes Acevedo
September 26, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. I have so many memories growing up with her and her brothers and sisters and she will be missed very much.
Ramiro Payan Garcia Jr.
Armando,Stella Martinez
September 26, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Bob and Jessica Blackler
September 25, 2010
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your loved ones. Gld bless you all.
Dyann Meschi
September 24, 2010
Mercedes, I was JUST thinking about you the other day. I had met someone with your same name and you and Diana instantly popped into my mind. Then a few days later, I find the news of your passing. I am so sorry that you went through such pain, but I know that you are certainly in heaven and smiling. To your family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I wish words could instantly make you feel better. Sending you all love and peace during this hard time.
Patty Alvarez- Garcia
September 24, 2010
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you a your family. I will always have memories of us growing up.
Julie Hill/ Hansen
September 24, 2010
Mercedes, I am so saddened that you are no longer here, but may you and your family be at peace now until we see you again. Your smile and gentle soul with remain with me forever as you are a wonderful person and friend! Cant wait to meet up with you again some day. You are loved by many and will be missed dearly. XOXOXOXO
Andrea McDonald
September 24, 2010
My friend, my buddy... we've been through some tough times together; however my last visit with you was an amazing one! I realize that we are not permanently on this earth; rather, we will see one another again! For sure! I am sorry for the pain you suffered, mostly your precious children.... I totally believe without a shadow of a doubt though, Eddie is at peace because he truly knows you're a rest and more content than you'll ever be on this earth. My heart rests on that reassurance! I promise to take care of him as much as he will allow me to! Until then my friend; I know that you are with our Lord and Savior! God bless you when He called you into His Kingdom!
I love you!
Nadine Buchwald
September 23, 2010
Mercedes,
I am so very sad for your family and that we lost you.I was hoping to run into you somewhere along the way again. I am grateful to have known you. May you be resting in paradise with out any suffering or pain. All of my love to you and your family always, Nadine
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