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Official Obituary of

Anita Chavez Jacquez

August 9, 1939 ~ March 1, 2025 (age 85) 85 Years Old

Anita Jacquez Obituary

In Loving Memory of Anita Chavez Jacquez On August 9, 1939, in the heart of Los Angeles, California, Anita Chavez was born—a warm and loving soul who would touch countless lives. On March 1, 2025, surrounded by love, she peacefully passed on, reuniting with those who awaited her in heaven.

Anita's life was a tapestry woven with love, faith, and joy. In 1970, she married her soulmate, Alfredo Jacquez, and together they built a family rooted in deep affection and shared values. Together, they were blessed with eight children.

In 1976, Anita and Alfredo planted new roots in Stockton, California, creating a home filled with warmth and laughter. Their legacy flourished as their children married and expanded the family tree, gifting Anita with 27 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren—with more blessings continuing to grow.

Anita's beauty was timeless, radiating from her generous heart and spirited soul. Her unwavering confidence and selflessness were evident in every act of kindness. A woman of profound faith, she lived her beliefs daily, inspiring her family to embrace spirituality. She had a remarkable ability to transform friendships into family bonds, often saying, "You don't need friends when you have family." This philosophy fostered a tight-knit family bond that remains unbreakable.

Her zest for life was infectious. Anita was the heartbeat of every gathering, often the first one on the dance floor and the last to leave, her joy illuminating the room. She taught her family to cherish one another, creating a legacy of unity and love that will continue for generations.

Anita was preceded in death by her beloved Alfredo and their cherished child, Emma. Her departure is felt deeply, yet her spirit lives on through her surviving children: Roberto, Jeannie, Patricia, Annie, Rebecca, Able, Angelina, and their spouses, along with her extensive lineage of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Her teachings and love remain guiding lights in our lives.

While we grieve her physical absence, we find solace in knowing Anita is joyfully reunited with her loved ones. Her life was a blessing, and her legacy of love will live on forever.

She is loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. Her spirit will continue to inspire and guide us.

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Services

Visitation
Monday
March 17, 2025

3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Zapata Funeral Home
445 N American Street
Stockton, CA 95202

Recitation of the Rosary
Monday
March 17, 2025

6:00 PM
Zapata Funeral Home
445 N American Street
Stockton, CA 95202

Catholic Funeral Mass
Tuesday
March 18, 2025

10:00 AM
St. Michael Catholic Church
5882 N. Ashely Ln.
Stockton, CA 95215

Committal
Tuesday
March 18, 2025

11:30 AM
Cherokee Memorial Park
14165 N. Beckman Rd.
Lodi, CA 95240

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