Margaret Duarte

Resident of San Jose

June 8th, 1947 – Aug. 30th 2010

Margaret Sandra Duarte, loving mother, grandma, daughter, sister, aunt, god mother and friend passed away on Monday, Aug. 30th at her home in San Jose at the age of 63. Margaret was born June 8th, 1947 in San Jose to Manual & Dorothy Lema.

Margaret is survived by her daughter Natalie Duarte, loving grandchildren Rocky & Gabrielle Bulgara, parents Manual & Dorothy Lema, brother Larry Lema (Debbie Lema), nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

Margaret will be remembered for her many special qualities; among them her unconditional love, support and encouragement of her daughter, grandchildren and family. Margaret is her daughter’s universe and will be forever loved and deeply missed. Her genuine joy of life was evident everyday and she enhanced the lives of everyone she met. Her love for children was so deep and unconditional that it was apparent to everyone.

Family and friends are invited to attend the Rosary Thursday Sept. 2nd, at 7:00pm at the Willow Glen Funeral Home, 1039 Lincoln Ave. San Jose.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Friday Sept. 3rd, at 11:00am at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 4600 Hyland Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127. Condolences may be expressed at www.willowglenfuneralhome.com