Chiquis un abrazo hasta el cielo 🌹🌹🌹

What I remember most about Isabel is her smile. It was such a beautiful, kind, and genuine smile. Isabel was also wise and introspective. My ex-husband and I used to say that Isabel was the nicest person we ever met. To date, that statement still stands as truth.

I was saddened by the fact that because I moved to the San Francisco Bay Area, I  couldn't visit with Isabel as much as I would have liked, and the arrangements that we made to meet often fell through for various reasons and circumstances beyond our control. However, I thought of Isabel often, and I prayed for her and her family even more.

I have lost a number of people for whom I care dearly. I believe that they each watch over and carry me through difficult times. I hope that Isabel chooses to join my other guardian angels. I would be honored if she does.

"La Chiquis se nos adelanta en el camino, ya la alcanzaremos. Vivió plenamente. Dejó huella, camino hecho, construyó. Ya descansa, sin dolor. Gracias!"  La recuerdo siempre presente, siempre sonriendo.

Isabel, ve en paz al encuentro del señor, descansa y preparamos el camino para cuando nos reencontremos. Mis condolencias a sus hijos, nietos y hermanos; reciban un abrazo solidario y que Dios les conceda pronta resignación. Descansa en paz Isabel.

Mi querida prima Isabel “Chiquis,”

Se fue un ser maravilloso. Su labor terrenal ha concluido. Ahora ella descansa en un sueño tranquilo. Se ha ganado el cielo. Un día nos reuniremos con ella cuando la vida eterna nazca. Que su alma descanse en paz. 🙏🏼

Words cannot say how much I'll miss my sweet Izzy.  We had a special kind of work friendship that has lasted throughout our careers and even when we were apart we never lost that bond between us.   We shared the love of food and finding that new great place was always our goal.  We also shared our lives over many, many lunches.  I always knew what was happening in her life and she knew everything about mine.  Still, her unbelievable strength always amazed me.  Having 2 boys so young, working full-time, taking the bus, walking where she needed to go and never asking for a ride or help.  Having the courage to go college and get the degree she wanted, all while still working and supporting her family.  Buying a house!  Her dream to have a home of her own and she made it happen. Then when she got sick, she still never gave up.  She fought, not for herself, but for her family.  Her strength and love inspired me to never give up or feel sorry for myself.  She had style and a smile to light your heart.  I was so happy that she got to meet her grandchildren, but I'm sorry for the youngest that will never know her the way we did.  Although she did raise 2 wonderful men for their fathers.  I will always love her and keep her in my heart until we meet again.

Last year my mom and I had the opportunity to spend Thanksgiving with the family in Santa Anna, I remember that Isabel had a small meeting at her house and she was very kind and generous. Besides, she cooked a delicious stew. She cooked very well and she was always smiling.

Words can't express my sorrow for your loss.

Warm greetings from Mexico. 

My dearest Chiquis,

You were the perfect example of the scripture:  
2 Corinthians 12:9 (NKJV), 9) And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.   

You always stated that your strength was His power that kept you moving forward even in the midst of the hardships. You marveled at His daily goodness.

Your enormous heart showered us with a deep love that gifted us with your daily kindness and care. Growing up together we shared a lot of great memories that I will cherish in my heart.  I thank God that He brought you into my life to be the sister that I longed for and to be the loving aunt to my daughters.  I miss our quick hellos after church and our long chats about life.  I miss seeing you.

Love always,
Your cousin (Prima hermana),
Georgina

Dearest Isabel, 

You welcomed me into your family with such kindness and warmth.  I have always been amazed by your strength, patience, and love for your family. Even through your pain and fatigue you always showed love, compassion, a smile (and a treat) for your grandchildren.  You were the best mother-in-law and grandma I could have ever hope for. We miss you so much. 

With love,  
Becky, Mark, and your minions

Isabel,

Recuerdo hace un mes, te pregunte; que seria lo primero que harias cuando vieras a Dios Nuestro Senor, -Respondiste: "que me dejara ver mi mama" e irrumpiste en lagrimas, junto con tu Tia  Socorro.

Ya esto es un recuerdo para vos y para Los De aqui, Los vivientes. Tu vida es en la eternindad con Los muchos que has amado aqui en la tierra. Descansa guerrera De La Fe. Tu fe y esperanza es y sera un ejemplo para Los que te acompanamos poco y Los que siempre  te acompanaron. DISFRUTA DE DIOS Y TU MADRESITA POR LA ETERNINDAD. GRACIAS POR HABERME HECHO VER MAS SOBRE LA VIDA CON DULZURA Y AMOR...DESCANSA

Me querida sobrina ! !  Me enseño a valorar la vida y agradecer a Dios por un día más de vida,  era una guerrera incansable y tenia una enorme fe y amor a  la familia y amigos. Gracias por todos los lindos momento que pasamos juntas, té voy a extrañar mucho mí querida Chiquis,  siempre estarás en mí corazón. 

Remembering our dearly and recently departed...Isabel, our mom Guadalupe and our brother Ismael. May God have you all in His loving Mercy.

Mi más sentido pésame que Dios les de paz, consuelo y resignación a cada uno de los familiares.

To my big sister Isabel:
Life sure has shown us some difficult times; and it has also given us so many blessings. I realize now that you were a coach and mentor for me about life; it wasn’t about me helping you. And I learned so much from you. You taught me: how to have true courage and strength when facing illness & mortality; to keep GOD #1 no matter what the circumstances are; to ALWAYS give goodness no matter what; and to remain humble & respectful in life regardless of your status. Thank you, Chiquis.
—Your baby brother Carlos

Isabel is an exceptional person. She has the will to live.  Happy times and wonderful memories I share with Isabel will live on forever.  She may be gone from our sight but never gone from our hearts. Rest In Peace my dear friend, you finally home with our Lord. Till we meet again.
To Isabel family, may our Lord bless and comfort all  of  you  during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolonces.
😔😢 🙏

OBITUARY

Isabel Muñoz

8 November, 1960 – 7 June, 2018

Fairhaven Memorial Park & Mortuary

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