Charina Tigcal Nazareno was born on December 17, 1968 in Cavite, Philippines as the fourth child, and second daughter of Bob and Corazon Nazareno. She grew up in Naic, Cavite, Philippines where she followed in her mother's footsteps as a member of the Catholic Women's League. Charina loved to sing and was an active member of the choir. She was well read and enjoyed playing piano. After finishing her studies at Western College she became a naturalized citizen of the United States by her father's US Navy sponsorship. Charina lived in National City, CA and San Diego, CA before moving to Tucson, AZ where she passed peacefully in her room. She was found by her boyfriend and roommate Anthony Tarazon. Cause of death is presumed to be diabetes related complications. At the time of her passing she was survived by her father Bob, brothers Dennis, Robert, Benson, sisters Carolyn, Cynthia, daughter Abigail and grandson Henry.
There will be a Visitation on April 20, 2017 at 2pm
The Funeral Mass will be on April 21, 2017 at 12pm at Good Shepherd Catholic Church
8200 gold Coast Dr, San Diego, California 92126
Arrangements under the direction of El Camino Memorial - Sorrento Valley, San Diego, CA.
Charina's final resting place is besides her mother Corazon.