After 98 years, the family of Aurelia Rosario Fonacier is sad to announce her passing in her home of over 40 years in Chatsworth, California on the morning of February 3, 2023. Aurelia was born in the Philippines in the town of Magsingal, Ilocos Sur on March 31, 1924
Aurelia loved to garden and could be found tending to her plants from dawn until dusk. She hosted many parties at her home in part to show off garden and home. At these parties she enjoyed dancing and being the gracious proud hostess.
Aurelia was a 1st grade teacher for nearly 30 years in Sinait, Ilocos Sur. In 1974, she retired from teaching to move to the United States to help care for her first grandchild. She worked for L.A. County and the United States Postal Service before retiring to work full-time in her garden.
Aurelia maintained ties with her place of birth as a member of the Southern and Northern California Magsingal Association. And she attended services at Saint John Eudes Church in Chatsworth.
She survived her husband of over 50 years, Captain Mariano Ulanimo Fonacier, by 24 years. She is survived by her seven children: Marilou F. Cruz, Lilia F. Soller, Virgie F. Valencia, Elma F. Kamari, Agnes R. Fonacier, Wilson R. Fonacier, and Mariano R. Fonacie, Jr. In addition, she is survived by 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren to this date.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gateskingsleygates.com for the Fonacier family.
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