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Juan Parra Obituary
1959-2008
Juan Manuel Parra born March 29, 1959 and passed away on January 10, 2008. A great man in all aspects, who was greatly loved and will be missed by all. Manuel had two great loves in his life….his family and his work. Since the age of 17 Manuel worked for Teixeira Farms where he continued to be employed up until the day of his passing. He was a natural at agriculture and motivated his workers. As much as he enjoyed his work he loved his time with his family even more.
The greatest testament of that was to see how much his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews always loved to play with him and be at his side. He will always be their cowboy.
Manuel is survived by his wife Graciela Parra, his children Lisa Marie and Juanito Parra, grandchildren Sidney, Allen, and Audrey Vega. His parents Manuel and Maria de Jesus Parra, brothers David and Victor Parra, sisters Luz Reyes, Elvia Zuniga, Nena Ortega, and Ursula Guerrero as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to: Manuel Parra 117 Nelson Drive, Guadalupe, CA 93434.
All services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Viewing will be Wednesday, January 16, 2008 starting at 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Rosary will be at 6:00 pm and Mass will be on Thursday, January 17, 2008 at 10:00 am and burial will follow in the Guadalupe Cemetery.
Arrangements are in the care of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary and Crematory
Dudley-Hoffman
Mortuary & Crematory
(805) 922-8463
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Memories and Condolences
for Juan Parra
Elaine Smith
January 22, 2008
Gracie, I was so sorry to hear about your husband. At first I had forgotten your last name. Hey girl my prayers are with you. I'm sure your kids and grandbabies will miss their abuelo too. Chumash won't be the same. Hope you get this message.
ROSANNE Tesoro
January 21, 2008
Gracie,
Thoughts & prayers with you and your family today and in the very difficult times you will face daily. Love, Rosanne Tesoro
Cecilia Kawano
January 19, 2008
Gracie,
my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Cecilia and family
Paul and Mirna
January 17, 2008
Gracie,
The service was excellent and your strength was evident. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Mirna and I are here for you should you need someone to talk to or a shoulder on which to lean. We will be your strength during this difficult time.
VICTOR NIZ
January 17, 2008
MI MAS SENTIDO PESAME A TODA LA FAMILIA DE UN GRAN HOMBRE UN GRAN AMIGO Y SEGURO ESTOY QUE UN GRAN PADRE QUE SEGUIRA CUIDANDO DE SU FAMILIA TODO EL TIEMPO. GUARDEMOS SIEMPRE UN BUEN RECUERDO DE MANUEL QUE SIEMPRE ENCONTRO LA MANERA DE AYUDAR A LOS AMIGOS EN LAS BUENAS Y EN LAS MALAS.
Robyn and Marie The dynamic duo
January 17, 2008
Lisa,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. We know you will miss him very much. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Robyn and Marie
Josue and Norma Meraz
January 16, 2008
Gracie, Juanito, and Lisa, you guys are in my prayers. Your husband/dad was an amazing person, keep him in your hearts forever...
Que Dios les bendiga el dia de hoy y siempre.
Raul Orozco
January 16, 2008
Hey Gracie, Our family was sad to hear the news about Juan. Our prayer is that Christ will give you the strength to get through these tough times. Remember "God is our refuge and strength, an ever present when in trouble. Psalm 46:1 God Bless
Gary Teixeira
January 16, 2008
Our deepest sympathy is sent to the Parra family. Your father/husband was an amazing man who left behind a wonderful family and great memories for those who worked with him. May God Bless you and fill your hearts with the happy moments you shared together. We won't forget him! Gary Teixeira & family
Madelena Nieto
January 15, 2008
Dearest Gracie,
May it comfort you to know that death cannot diminish the important ways your husband touched your life, that grief cannot take away the happiness you shared, that sorrow will fade in time... but love remains forever.
MARISELA (MEDINA) CARDENAS
January 15, 2008
CON RESPETO NUESTRO MAS SENTIDO PESAME PARA TODA LA FAMILIA PARRA EN ESPECIAL A GRACIELA,LISA Y JUANITO QUE DIOS LES BENDIGA Y LES DE LA FUERZA PARA SUPERAR ESTA GRAN PERDIDA.
Liz Garcia
January 15, 2008
Gracie, I am sorry for the loss of your husband. My prayers are with you and your family.
Enrique & Sara Lopez
January 15, 2008
Gracie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Maria Hernandez
January 15, 2008
Una noche tuve un sueño... soñé que estaba caminando por la playa con el Señor y, a través del cielo, pasaban escenas de mi vida.
Por cada escena que pasaba, percibí que quedaban dos pares de pisadas en la arena: unas eran las mías y las otras del Señor.
Cuando la última escena pasó delante nuestro, miré hacia atrás, hacia las pisadas en la arena y noté que muchas veces en el camino de mi vida quedaban sólo un par de pisadas en la arena.
Noté también que eso sucedía en los momentos más difíciles de mi vida. Eso realmente me perturbó y pregunté entonces al Señor: "Señor, Tu me dijiste, cuando resolví seguirte, que andarías conmigo, a lo largo del camino, pero durante los peores momentos de mi vida, había en la arena sólo un par de pisadas. No comprendo porque Tu me dejaste en las horas en que yo más te necesitaba".
Entonces, El, clavando en mi su mirada infinita me contestó: "Mi amada hija Grace. Yo te he amado y jamás te abandonaría en los momentos más difíciles. Cuando viste en la arena sólo un par de pisadas fue justamente allí donde te cargué en mis brazos".
NORMA MONTOYA
January 15, 2008
LISA I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND JUST KEEP YOUR DAD IN YOUR CHILDRENS HEARTS AND MINDS SO THAT THEY REMEMBER HIM WITH GOOD MEMORIES THE WAY YOU DO.
YOUR FRIEND NORMA AND KAYLA
NORMA MONTOYA
January 15, 2008
LISA I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND I HOPE THAT YOU KEEP YOUR DAD IN YOUR CHILDRENS HEARTS AND THIER MINDS FOREVER SO THAT THEY REMEMBER HIM WITH GREAT MEMORIES LIKE YOU DO.
YOUR FRIEND NORMA
Roxanne Chavez
January 15, 2008
To The Parra Family:
With Deepest Sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you all, Gracie, Lisa, and Juanito!
Love the Chavez Family
Sonia Sanchez
January 15, 2008
Manuel Parra was a great mentor. He demonstrated a valuable work ethic. Manuel was a great teacher and very calm natured. He is and will be missed.
Inocencio and Luis Narez
January 15, 2008
Gracie and family we were very sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you all at this hard time. I know my mom and your Dad are watching over you from heaven. Take care
Leticia and Sarah Chavira
January 15, 2008
Gracie, You know how much you mean to my family, My mother just loved you so much.... We are so very sorry for your loss, our heartfelt thouhgts are with you and your family during this difficult time. We love you all Lety and Sarah Chavira Narez.
YOLIE AND JAIME CHAVEZ
January 15, 2008
THIS IS FROM THE JAIME CHAVEZ FAMILY IN ARIZONA. MAY GOD COMFORT MANUEL'S FAMILY BECAUSE MANUEL IS WATCHING IN HEAVEN OVER HIS FAMILY. REST IN PEACE - SOMEDAY YOUR FAMILY WILL BE WITH YOU AGAIN.
Judy Slater
January 14, 2008
Gracie:
Just know you are loved and in my thoughts. I'm so sorry for you and your family for the passing of your husband. Love, Judy
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