Elvira Ruiz
April 2, 1936 — April 2, 2012
Elvira Ruiz, 76, was born in Zacatecas, Mexico on June 26, 1935 and passed away in Montebello, Ca. on April 2, 2012. She was a loving mother and housewife who cherished her family.
Elvira arrived from Mexico in 1972 and began the American dream of living in the USA seeking a better life for her and her family. Her husband, Jesus Ruiz, had already been living here for several years and now the entire family was living together once again. Elvira never worked and dedicated her life to her husband and children. The only work experience she had was babysitting for family and close friends.
Elvira was a quiet person who didn't bother anyone. She was not one who could easily start a conversation but would answer a question when asked by someone else.
Elvira enjoyed watching her Spanish soap operas, also known as Novelas, so much that she repeated the episodes twice daily. She also enjoyed watching "The Price Is Right", even though she couldn't understand what was being said because she only spoke Spanish.
Elvira enjoyed the company of her family and adoring grandchildren. She enjoyed having her youngest grandchild, Justin, sit on her lap while he read to her from one of his favorite animal books. It was funny watching her nod her head as he read along to her because she didn't understand a word he said.
Elvira will be missed very much by her family and friends she leaves behind. She will be remembered with much love. Rest in peace until we meet again Elvira.
Viewing will be held on Friday, April 13, 2012 from 2:00-5:00 in the Risher Montebello Mortuary Chapel. A Catholic Vigil will be held the same evening from 6:30-9:00pm at St. Alphonsus Church. Mass of the Catholic Burial will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 12:00pm also at the Church, with interment following at Resurrection Cemetery.
Elvira is survived by her sons, Humberto Ruiz of Whittier, Javier Ruiz of Baja Ca., George Ruiz of Whittier, her daughters, Cecilia (Antonio) Romo of Los Angeles, Maria Lourdes (Fernando) Gavidia of Whittier and 5 grandchildren. She also leaves her sisters, Francisca Gonzalez and Soledad Loera, both of McFarland, Ca, Maria de Jesus Guerrero of Los Angeles, Ca, and her brother, Teodulo Pereida of Stockton, Ca.
Condolences may be sent to the family through our web site.
Elvira arrived from Mexico in 1972 and began the American dream of living in the USA seeking a better life for her and her family. Her husband, Jesus Ruiz, had already been living here for several years and now the entire family was living together once again. Elvira never worked and dedicated her life to her husband and children. The only work experience she had was babysitting for family and close friends.
Elvira was a quiet person who didn't bother anyone. She was not one who could easily start a conversation but would answer a question when asked by someone else.
Elvira enjoyed watching her Spanish soap operas, also known as Novelas, so much that she repeated the episodes twice daily. She also enjoyed watching "The Price Is Right", even though she couldn't understand what was being said because she only spoke Spanish.
Elvira enjoyed the company of her family and adoring grandchildren. She enjoyed having her youngest grandchild, Justin, sit on her lap while he read to her from one of his favorite animal books. It was funny watching her nod her head as he read along to her because she didn't understand a word he said.
Elvira will be missed very much by her family and friends she leaves behind. She will be remembered with much love. Rest in peace until we meet again Elvira.
Viewing will be held on Friday, April 13, 2012 from 2:00-5:00 in the Risher Montebello Mortuary Chapel. A Catholic Vigil will be held the same evening from 6:30-9:00pm at St. Alphonsus Church. Mass of the Catholic Burial will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 12:00pm also at the Church, with interment following at Resurrection Cemetery.
Elvira is survived by her sons, Humberto Ruiz of Whittier, Javier Ruiz of Baja Ca., George Ruiz of Whittier, her daughters, Cecilia (Antonio) Romo of Los Angeles, Maria Lourdes (Fernando) Gavidia of Whittier and 5 grandchildren. She also leaves her sisters, Francisca Gonzalez and Soledad Loera, both of McFarland, Ca, Maria de Jesus Guerrero of Los Angeles, Ca, and her brother, Teodulo Pereida of Stockton, Ca.
Condolences may be sent to the family through our web site.
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