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Joe De La Cruz Vargas

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Joe De La Cruz Vargas September 6, 1933 - February 1, 2009 75, passed away on February 1, 2009. Born in Bowie, AZ, he was married for 56 years to Sara Fuentes Vargas. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Ernest Hernandez, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Sara; children, Joe (Pam), Victor (Sandra), George, Albert, Danny, Rosemary (Ed), Julian (Jackie), Patricia (Jerry), Tony (Indra); 19 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was retired from the So. Pacific RR for whom he worked for 40 years. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Lorenzo (Becky) Fuentes and siblings, Jesus, Adeline, Lupita, Frank and Helen. He is gone from us now, but we will see him again someday. He will live in our hearts forever. We love you Joe. Visitation Thursday, February 5, 2009, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. with 7:00 p.m. Rosary at FUNERARIA DEL ANGEL SOUTH LAWN. Mass Friday, February 6, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John's Church, 602 W. Ajo Way. Burial to follow at South Lawn Cemetery.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Feb. 4, 2009.

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FELIX Y CINDY RUIZ

April 23, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Sandra Vargas

February 10, 2009

Suegro,

Our hearts have been so heavy since you left us. Anytime would have been too soon, but I will always cherish and hold all your loving words close to my heart . Because of you I have the most loving husband and father anyone could ever ask for. Suegro, I love you with all my heart, no words can express how much you will be missed. Please keep Junior under your wing for all of us.

patricia vargas

February 10, 2009

My Dad :
I love you with all my heart you where always there for us you where the piece maker of the family always knowing what to say and when to say you will always be my guardian angel. I love you and I miss you so much.

r vargas

February 9, 2009

i want everyone to know how much our father meant to us he was the best father.we never went with out he always made sure his family was taken care of. when god made our dad he broke the mold.dad i miss u and i know you are with my son,i love you. my angels

AL/RACHEL VASQUEZ BORQUEZ

February 7, 2009

DANNY,
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF GRIEF

Jessica & Rosalinda Lizarraga

February 4, 2009

Our hearts & prayers go out to the Vargas family. Sorry for your lost.

Ken Trivitt

February 4, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God bless you!

Lorraine UrBalejo

February 4, 2009

May the dear lord love, care for and protect Sara, his wife and children, all his family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all, as we hold this family close to us, growing up with this family has brought me much joy and love. I love you all so very much.....God bless you, and know I will be here for you Always, in thought and prayer...I love all of you!!

Pat Hunker

February 4, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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