Stella Chavez

Stella Chavez was a wife, a daughter, a mother, mother-in-law, a grandmother AKA nana, great grandmother, God mother, a child of God Who graduated from this life to live her Eternal life with our Lord Jesus Christ in heaven. She passed away on Monday November 8th 2021 at 84 years of age in the home of her daughter Pearl who resides in La Habra Heights California. Stella was a long-time resident of Pico Rivera California.

Stella is survived by her two sons; Ramon and Andrew, her two daughters Vivian and Pearl; And her grandchildren Michael Steven, Marissa Stella, Bryan Ross, Breana Rose, Austin Taylor, Matthew, Ramon Jr., Steven, Michael M., Amy, Anna, Alexandria, Christopher, Kirsten and Kaylee, soon God willing 1st great grandson Joshua Jaylan and Godson Gene Jr. Galindo.

Stella Chavez was born January 26, 1937 in Los Angeles California. Stella came from a large family having over 21 siblings! Stella was a devoted older sister, her uprising was very challenging at an early age, she was in the hospital for a good fraction of her childhood not allowing her to experience a childhood that she would love to have had. Alongside of spending most of her childhood in the hospital she also took care of her many younger siblings and therefore sacrificed going to school and having a profession. She later acquired the skill of sewing and became a seamstress. She blessed Many people with gorgeous and stunning dresses and wedding gowns that she made for them. She loved arts and crafts this was one of her many gifts God gave her being creative. She created many amazing artworks sometimes using only soda cans, tabs and plastic bottles. Her imagination was endless. She loved to sew, knit, crochet; she made jewelry, piñatas, windchimes, hair barrettes with shells, tons of things. She made crafts with her children and grandchildren’s pictures on it as a special touch of love.

Stella liked music she enjoyed listening to her 50's and 60's "oldies but Goodies" songs she also had a bit of talent singing karaoke with mariachi's at "El Mercadito" when she was able, played the piano, and the harmonica.

Stella had the gift of cooking delicious food, always had a clean organized home. She just loved to create different types of arts and crafts to keep the grandchildren busy as she helped us care for them while her adult children were working.

Stella was also very spiritual she loved God with her whole heart. She Loved his word. She loved going to church to worship the Lord. She loved the fellowship with her brothers and sisters in Christ as we enjoyed lunch with them after service.

Stella was a devoted wife mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother. She was married to Ramon Chavez an aircraft parts machinist for 57 years until he also graduated and went to heaven on November 15th 2018. Out of love she had sacrificed so much for her husband, children and grandchildren. She is truly missed and will always be loved and adored by her children, grandchildren, son-in-law, daughter in laws, grandson-in-law, grand daughters-in-law, brothers and sisters and friends.

Stella's memorial service will be held: on Monday December 27, 2021 at “The Ark of Montebello” 931 South Maple Avenue Montebello CA 90640. Viewing will be from 10 AM to 11 AM. Celebration of Life service will follow from 11 AM to 12PM. A graveside service will occur from 12:15 PM to 12:45 PM at Oakdale Mortuary on 1401 South grand Avenue Glendora CA 91740.

The Repast reception to follow after graveside service: to be held at home of Leandro & Pearl Arca (daughter)1288 Pine Edge Dr La Habra Heights Ca 90631 (Food served between 2PM-4PM) Questions Call: 323 679-3967 (Pearl’s Cell)