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ALISHA CANALES-MCGUIRE Obituary
September 20, 2017
Alisha Michelle Canales-McGuire "Punky" passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at the age of 24 years old.
She was born October 29, 1992 in Mount Vernon, WA to Manuel and Michelle Canales.
She lived in Birdsview with her husband Bradley. Alisha and Brad had just been married in July of 2017 in a beautiful beach ceremony at Deception Pass.
Alisha worked as a CNA at Life Care Center in Sedro-Woolley. She worked as a caregiver for a good portion of her adult life because she just loved to take care of people and always wanted to help everyone. She grew up on a farm and started working at age 5. She knew the value of hard work and often returned to the family farm to help out.
Spending time with family was very important to Alisha and she saw and spoke with them often, being sure to always say "I love you" when saying goodbye. She loved to spend time in the outdoors. Alisha enjoyed doing activities such as camping, floating on the river, snowboarding, hiking, and nature walks.
Alisha is also survived by both parents, Manuel and Michelle Canales; grandmother, Mercedes Canales; her siblings, Amanda, Mannie, Adrianna, and Alegria Canales; her nieces and nephew, Eliana, Amaya, Isaiah, Graycelynn, and Addisynn; parents-in-laws, Richard and Sheri Watson; sister-in-law, Breanna McGuire; brother-in-law, William McGuire; as well as many cousins, aunts, uncles, 2 dogs, 3 chickens, 2 lizards, a turtle, and many fish.
Alisha had a strong presence on this earth and she will be greatly missed by many.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 10:00AM at Lemley Chapel in Sedro-Woolley, with Pastor George Henson officiating.
Alisha's final resting place will be at Union Cemetery in Sedro-Woolley, WA.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.
Share memories of Alisha and sign the online guest register at www.lemleychapel.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for ALISHA CANALES-MCGUIRE
Ryan Cordell
October 6, 2024
Lived around the corner from her and her family in birds view great person gonna be dearly missed
DeZarn Family
September 27, 2017
I can not even comprehend how your family is feeling right now. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Paula Spilsbury
September 27, 2017
I worked with Alisha and found her to be so very pleasant, helpful, and willing to make the time needed to care for her patients. I can tell you were proud of Alisha's accomplishments and am so sorry for your loss.
Sam & Nicole Johnson
September 26, 2017
Sam and I would like to send our deepest sympathy to the family, she touched so many lives. May God comfort you at this difficult time. We are so blessed to have known you and your family. You will be truly missed, but your memories will last forever.
Kelly Jason
September 26, 2017
You will be missed dearly. You have been a joy to our family. You have touched Kilas soul. Rest In Peace our friend. Till we meet again.
Heaven at Last
Janis Schweitzer
September 26, 2017
Alisha, your passing troubles me;- even though I know you are happy and that when you speak, the angels are listening... As always, you have made me think and your laughter will remain.
E G
September 25, 2017
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" (Isaiah 61:1, 2) sustain your family during this challenging time. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
Talia Hill
September 25, 2017
My little trash panda, you could always make me laugh. I knew I could always count on you no matter what. You had the biggest heart and the strongest sense of loyalty to friends and family. You will never be forgotten and I will cherish our memories together forever.
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