My condolences and prayers to the whole Garcia family. I had the privilege and honor of becoming one of Goosh's friends through Bernie and Ruben about 17 years ago. Ralph had such a big heart and was such a genuine person. I'll never forget our time at Charlie's Trio watching the Michigan vs Ohio game when Michigan won and later played at the Rose Bowl and eventually became the 1997 National Champs. For that one day Goosh was a Michigan fan and we had a blast celebrating. Ralph you will always be in my heart and in my memories. I love you brother and you will never be forgotten. Felix "CAT" Martinez

On Behalf of Myself AND of the Vargas Family, We would like to Extend Our Deepest Condolensces to the Entire Garcia Family, during this Most Difficult Time.... =( I just Recently got "Re-Connected" with Rafa, after 26 Years and I Looked Forward to See Him Again; Rafa ("Gordo" as We Fondly Used to Call Him) was a Part of My Youth when We Used to Hang Out at barnes Park in the 1970s ... Much Wonderful/Great and Unforgettable Memories I Have from Those Days ... I will Miss Him Dearly ... Rest-in-Peace Old Buddy ... It was an Honor, Priviledge and Pleasure having YOU a Part of My Life!...   ;o)

---CLAUDIO ("JERRY") VARGAS and The Vargas Family   =o)

I have so many memories of Gooshi, but what I will miss will be our talks on the culinary arts that we had my friend "a pinch of this & a pinch of that". Gone too soon too young! The Palomino-Juarez family will never forget you.

Huera y Familia Garcia, nuestro mas sentido pesame y condolencias de todo corazon. Estamos seguros que Rafael esta en el cielo con su Padre y con Dios. Fue un gran amigo que nunca lo olvidaremos. Que en paz descanse.

Ralph, we still can't believe you're gone...you will be greatly missed and ALWAYS remembered. So many great memories; your birthday BBQs, Fight Night @ Huera's and Football @ JerryO's. The very first time we camped at El Capitan you were there the next morning; with a smile, a big gulp and Fred! And ready to camp every summer there after. A gentle giant with a GIANT heart, may you rest in peace brother...We LOVE you Goosh! Friendship Forever, Jesse MAS & Adriana

First and foremost we would like to extend our deepest condolences to Mrs. Garcia (guera), Maria, Juan, Michael, Sarah, & Cindy. We can only imagine how painful the loss of a son and a brother may be. I hope you find comfort in knowing that Ralph is in the company of your dad and that together they will watch and support you all...
 
Can't believe my St. Francis brother is gone. Will definitely miss you when all the guys start pumping up their h.s. programs but will know you're  looking down laughing with me.
-Alex Joya

My fellow Aries, we will meet again! and every March 23rd I will toast to the person I shared my birthday with.
-Angie Joya

Goosh, we can't believe you're gone...so many great memories; your Birthday BBQs, the Fight Nights @ Huera's & Football @ JerryO's. You will be MISSED and ALWAYS remembered. Our first camping trip to El Capitan, you were there bright & early the next morning with a smile, a big gulp and Fred! And at every camping trip there after, loving it:) A gentle giant with a GIANT heart! May you rest in peace brother...we LOVE you! Friends Forever, Jesse MAS & Adriana

There are so many Great times that I really can't just talk about one....But his grim, I will never forget and his love for the outdoors.....Camping without you will not be the same for Any of us! Mama Wera que Dios le de la fortalesa en este momento tan dificil.....Se lo deseo de mucho corazon....

I keep coming back to Ralph's profile page and still can't believe he is gone. Just the other day we had talked about going to lunch and he was hinting for a while about me going skeet shooting with him. He always found ways to co-opt my FB status with a Kevin Bacon reference. Those always made me laugh. I got involved with fantasy football because of him. Those were some good times. Draft day was always a hoot. Although I have known him for a little over 5 years and our friendship was short compared to others, its felt like I have known him my entire life. He was a great friend. You will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to have known you. A gentle giant and a true man among men. May you rest in peace Ralph.

You were never Goosh to me, always Ralph. Or if me your Jewish brother from the WESTSIDE was feeling his inner latino you were Rafael. I loved our heated (not really) football debates in the late 90's early 00's when my Rams (the greatest team on turf) was regularly beating your Boys! Look where my Rams are now. You were a good friend that always lent a helping hand to all and any of your friends. I will always miss you Ralph. RIP!!!!

You were such a big part of my life when we were younger! We let life pass us by! I have some amazing memories with you. I always smile when i think of you.You were an amazing friend and I will always have you in my heart<3

My Ninja Turtle Rafael…Always an encouragement, an amazing friend and cheerleader on those days I found it hard to breath without my sister, without my therapist…without........!  You always helped me see…what I HAD at the present moment!  To see the blessings…right in front of me!
We forget these things…when enveloped with the pain and sting of death!
Never once…did you ever complain about your health…ever!  And I know you suffered my love =.(.. I'm sorry =.(…
Your AMAZING soul…kept things simple…valuing the moment…Especially loving when you were babysitting!  Such Joy in your voice!  And how you loved food =.(..
It breaks my heart to now face losing you=.(…
What to do now????…IDK!  I am breathless, unraveled…
I love you AMIGO…and you will forever be my FAVORITE NINJA Turtle…Mi tortugo forever and ever…
Heya Rafael…will you give my sister Dalila…a big hug from me and my nephews! =.(…
See you in heaven!

Im going to miss arguing with you EVERY College football season Brother, and having such a Great supporter on Our side for the 2nd amendment....RIP Goosh.....Mike Barajas

Ralph, I will miss U much but I know that you are in a better place. So many good times @Paulee Body Shop + Mickies. Luv ya, Alicia

Ralph my next trip to Turners, The Habit or the range I will dedicate it to you. It was a pleasure getting to know you and have you as my friend! I will sure miss our conversations. I will always have you in my heart. May you rest in peace my brother.

Ralph,
So sorry to see you leave our earthly world.  May You rest in peace, and send blessings to us all.  You will be missed. Thank you for your wisdom, and assuring presence.

Ralph, it was so nice knowing you.  I had the pleasure of meeting you at LCB, that is the culinary school.  You had a heart of gold and were so unique.  I kept in touch with you through email, so glad to call you friend.  You left us too soon, but as they say God takes the good ones.  His reasons we will never know, but we will see each other again.  I loved how much you did for others, you're awesome.  My prayers for your family.  God Bless you all... until we meet again.....

My most heartfelt condolences to my Aunt Guera and cousins!  I am glad I got to spend a little bit of time with him before he got called home.  Cherish the memories and know that he is in a beautiful place with no more pain or suffering!  He sure was a special person and will be missed!  R.I.P Primo!

I am happy to have spent a little bit of time with Ralph just last week.  I am so sad that you were taken so young!  My most heart felt condolences to my Tia Guera and cousins!  Cherish the memories and know that he is in a beautiful place where there is no pain and suffering!  May God give everyone strength in this most difficult time.  R.I.P. Ralph, you were a very special person!

Ralph, Still can't process or cope with losing you. I thank you for being a good friend and I thank you for always being a huge factor in our homeless drive. I will never forget you and what you have done and what our last conversation was about... I promise to honor your life and celebrate it in the best way I think you would have appreciated .. See you one day in heaven & until then, make sure you got a seat for me next to you to watch MNF :)

OBITUARY

Rafael Gooshi Garcia Jr.

23 March, 1967 – 23 June, 2013

Pierce Brothers Valhalla Memorial Park and Mortuary

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