Sixto Chapa

Sixto Chapa, a vibrant soul whose laughter and joy illuminated the lives of all who knew him, passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 59. Born on August 22, 1964, Sixto's life was a beautiful tapestry of humor, resilience, and boundless love.

Those who had the privilege of knowing Sixto will fondly remember him as a man of many virtues—funny, a jokester at heart, a fighter in the face of adversity, extroverted, loving, and fiercely independent. His zest for life was contagious, and his strength and hardworking spirit inspired everyone around him. Sixto's passions were as broad and colorful as his personality. An avid lover of the outdoors, he spent countless hours hunting and fishing, a legacy of his younger days when he also swung a baseball bat. His deep appreciation for Indian culture was evident in his collection of dream catchers and arrowheads, each piece a testament to his respect and admiration for the stories and traditions they represented. But above all, Sixto was a devoted family man. His grandchildren were the apple of his eye. He took great joy in teaching them how to hunt and fish, passing on skills and memories that will be cherished for generations to come. Sixto's love for his grandchildren was boundless, and the lessons he imparted went far beyond the great outdoors—they were lessons of life, of love, and of the importance of cherishing every moment. Sixto's ability to light up any room was unmatched. His laughter, his jokes, and his warm presence drew people to him, earning him many friends throughout his life. Some were companions from childhood, while others were fortunate enough to cross paths with him in later years. Regardless of when or how they met, Sixto left a mark on the hearts of all he encountered. May Sixto's legacy live on in the stories shared, the laughter remembered, and the love that will never fade.

Survived with deep sorrow by his three children, Samantha (Anthony Silva) Chapa, Sixto Chapa Jr., Britney Chapa; his dad, Hector Chapa; five siblings, Ruben Chapa, Dolores Gomez, George Chapa, David Chapa, Mary Lujan; ten grandchildren; many more families and friends.

Sixto is preceded in death by his mom, Rebecca Chapa and his brother, Hector Chapa Jr.

A viewing will be held at Funeraria Del Angel Palm Valley on Friday, April 12, 2024 from 9am to 3pm with a rosary service at 10am and a catholic mass at 1:30pm followed by burial at 3pm at Palm Valley Memorial Gardens.