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Magdalena Negrete Obituary

Magdalena "Nena" H. Negrete Magdalena "Nena" H. Negrete, 89, was born in Miami, AZ. She passed away on Thurs., Aug. 23, 2018 in her home in Rialto, CA surrounded by her loved ones! Nena was married to her beloved husband Raymond Negrete for 64 years. She was well known for Nena's Mexican Restaurant, formerly located on D Street in San Bernardino. She proudly owned and operated Nena's with her husband Raymond for over 55 years. Nena is survived by her 2 daughters, Trinnie Morris & Kris Pavelak (husband John); son, Steve Negrete; grandchildren, Nick Morris (Karen), Nathan Morris (Brenda), Steve Negrete Jr., Virgie Negrete, Ashley Negrete, Julie Negrete, Ryan Pavelak (Tia), Courtney Pavelak (Val), and Lance Pavelak; 12 cherished great grandchildren; sister, Laura Martinez; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Raymond Negrete, mother, Maria Fajardo, sisters, Hortencia Parker, Triny Guillen, Frances Becerril, and brother Florencio Delgado. Visitation to be held Tues., Sept. 4, 2018 from 5-7 p.m. with Rosary at 7:15 p.m. at Bobbitt Memorial Chapel in San Bernardino. Mass of Christian Burial to follow on Wed., Sept. 5, 2018 at 11 a.m. at St. John XXIII Parish Community Church in Rialto with the committal to follow at Mt. View Memorial Park in San Bernardino. In lieu of flowers, family asks that donations be made to the American Cancer Society or American Diabetes Association. Condolences may be sent online to www.BobbittMemorialChapel.com

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Published by San Bernardino County Sun on Aug. 31, 2018.

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September 7, 2018

My condolences to the family and friends of Nena. She no doubt will be missed dearly by all, may the hope and promise of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time.

Tori

September 7, 2018

So sad to hear we have lost such a lovely and gracious lady.

Claudia Chavez Coleman

September 4, 2018

Our Condolences to the Negrete Family. We always enjoyed Nena's Restaurant. Our mother Lupe (Chavez) Contreras used to work as a waitress with Trinni, and will miss her also.

San Bernardino City Library Foundation

September 4, 2018

With Sympathy

Although we know at such a time,
there's little we can say.
We want to let you know
that you are in our thoughts today.

Sincerely,

Bob & Carol Padgett

September 3, 2018

Nena and her family ran the best mexican restaurant in the Inland Empire! She was very friendly with her customers, and service was top notch. Our condolences to her family.

Debby Galvan

September 2, 2018

My condolences to Trini, Chris and Steve, and the rest of her family. Nena's was always part of our family growing up-needless to say my parents thought the world of you all. God Bless Nena- RIP with her husband now.

Jim & Cher Koleszar

September 2, 2018

Trinnie and Krissy,

Thank you for sharing Nena and Ray with our entire family for so many years. Their hospitality and warmth was always very special. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families.

The Koleszar Family

Minerva Castro

August 31, 2018

My condolences to the Negrete Family , Ms Nena you were my first boss that I had when I move to inland Empire you were not only my boss you were my friend you were like a mom always gave me advice good advice and you will Never be forgotten I loved you like a mom may your soul Rest In Peace God be with you
Minerva Castro

John Lightburn

August 31, 2018

My condolences to the Negrete Family and Friend.

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Memorial Events
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Sep

4

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Bobbitt Memorial Chapel

1299 E. Highland Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92404

Sep

4

Rosary

7:15 p.m.

Bobbitt Memorial Chapel

1299 E. Highland Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92404

Sep

5

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. John XXIII Parish Community Church

Rialto, CA

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Bobbitt Memorial Chapel

1299 E. Highland Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92404

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