Eloisa Patiño

When Eloisa Patiño walked into the room, those in her company felt energy, an enthusiastic spontaneity. This was just one example of who Eloisa was and how she impacted those around her. Eloisa was a clever and gregarious person who always sought out the finest attributes in other people. It was as if Eloisa wanted to share all of their experiences, revel in their lives and celebrate their discoveries. Eloisa was tireless and had boundless enthusiasm that would serve her well throughout her life.

Eloisa was born on May 18, 1956 at Santa Rosa de Gordiano in Tamazula, Jalisco, Mexico. She was the daughter of Juan Patiño and Ofelia Cardenas. Eloisa was raised in Santa Rosa de Gordiano, Tamazula, Jalisco, Mexico. Always at the ready with a good joke, she grew up to be quite a humorous person. While some who knew Eloisa might describe her as an idealist, her friends and family understood well that Eloisa was always in pursuit of life’s endless possibilities and opportunities available to her.

Eloisa was raised with 9. She had one older and younger brother Jesus and Juan, and seven older and younger sisters, Eulalia, Nela, Blanca, Ofelia, Xochilt, Mariana and Fabiola. Eloisa was very accepting and supportive of her family. She was perceived as the central person in her family in terms of keeping communication open between the family members. Whenever discord or tension arose within the home, Eloisa was typically the member who brought about resolution and harmony. These traits served Eloisa well in her adult life and, along with her wit, outgoing personality, and understanding of others, drew the admiration of many who knew her.

On December 15, 1979 Eloisa married Ricardo Valencia Santos at Tamazula Catholic Church of Tamazula, Jalisco, Mexico. Eloisa's skill at “building bridges” played an important role in her ability to make her new family happy. She was quite sensitive towards Ricardo's needs, showing her constant concern and fondness. Eloisa was tenderhearted and sensitive, qualities that served her well in helping to nurture her family.

Eloisa was a natural and creative parent who was willing to provide her family with all sorts of new and interesting experiences. For Eloisa, parenting was a particularly enjoyable and pleasurable part of her life. Every activity, from chores to bedtime routines, became a game in the Patiño home. Eloisa's skill at understanding her children's feelings, her sensitivity to their needs, and her gift for gentle persuasion enabled her to find novel solutions to any problem or situation that might crop up. Eloisa was blessed with Four children: Two sons, Juan Enrique and Jonathan Ricardo, and two daughters, Indra Saraith and Guadalupe. They were also blessed with Three grandchildren, Christian Aidan, Xavier, and Angelina.

Eloisa was uplifted by new ideas and was excited by life’s possibilities, traits that made her an exceptional worker. Her primary occupation was homemaker. Eloisa was enterprising, inventive and working against deadlines seemed to energize her. Eloisa had the uncanny ability to identify a win/win solution to just about any problem, possibly because of her gift for insight. Eloisa's fellow workers saw her as a supporter and a mentor.

Because Eloisa loved to have a broad variety of activities in her life, she took advantage of the opportunity to pursue numerous hobbies. Her favorite pursuits were cooking, dancing, singing, crafting, gifting, and giving love. Eloisa had a knack for being able to multi-task in order to create time for all of her favorite pastimes. However, Eloisa's ever-present concern for others always took precedent.

Eloisa derived much satisfaction from participating in and watching sports. Her charisma, supportive nature and ability to improvise when called upon to do so all made perfect attributes for enjoying a great many sporting activities. Recreational sports included volleyball. Eloisa was also something of a sports fan and enjoyed watching her favorite events whenever she got the opportunity. Tops on her list were soccer, diving and gymnastics.

Eloisa was a woman who was dedicated and devoted to her faith. She was a Catholic member. She was sympathetic and able to empathize with others and she used these qualities to the fullest while working tirelessly for her beliefs.

Eloisa's love of improvising in her daily life was a perfect fit for her enjoyment of traveling. Her favorite vacations were ones that were not planned. Traveling in a casual manor fit her personality well. Excited about seeing changing scenery and constantly looking for the enjoyment life could offer, Eloisa took her vacations seriously, well, as seriously as she possibly could. Favorite vacations included "su tierra", Jalisco, México.

Eloisa was a lover of animals and cherished her pets. Her fur grandbaby, Bubbles, a toy Poodle, was a best friend for 9 years. Her family was rounded out by her dogs.

Eloisa Patiño passed away on March 5, 2023 at Hoffman Hospice in Bakersfield, California. Eloisa fought a braves battled against COPD after COVID. She is survived by her life partner Enrique, children, Indra, Jonathan and Guadalupe; her children-in-law, Santiago, Griselda, and Valentin; her grandchildren, Christian, Xavier, and Angelina; her brothers and sisters. Services were held at St. Joseph's Church in Bakersfield, California. Eloisa was laid to rest in Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Bakersfield, California.

There was always a certain style and inventiveness to Eloisa. She was a dynamic, self-expressive person who was forever looking to celebrate the endless possibilities life had to offer. She had a knack for being clever, creative and witty, and for others, was a joy to be around. While she was often fiercely independent, it seemed as if many others looked to Eloisa Patiño for inspiration, leadership, wisdom and even courage. Eloisa was always more than willing to share life’s experiences with her loved ones.

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Eloisa Patiño, 66 years old, of Bakersfield, peacefully passed away while surrounded by family and loved ones on Sunday, March 5th, after a battle with COPD.

Eloisa was born on May 18, 1956 to Juan Patiño and Ofelia Cardenas in Santa Rosa de Gordiano, Tamazula, Jalisco, Mexico.

In 1979 she married Ricardo Valencia with whom she had 4 children, Juan Enrique, Indra Saraith, Jonathan Ricardo, and Guadalupe Valencia. After her husband and oldest son's passing she entered a new relationship and formed a partnership with Enrique Vazquez.

Eloisa was a dedicated, fantastic and wonderful mother and grandmother. Eloisa radiated love for her family and supported them through the many passions and difficulties of their lives.

Eloisa's love language was cooking and giving love and affection. We will miss her greatly.

Eloisa was predeceased by her husband, Ricardo Valencia, son, Juan Enrique Valencia, and parents, Juan Patiño and Ofelia Cardenas. She is survived by son, Jonathan R Valencia, daughters, Indra S Rodriguez and Guadalupe Valencia, children in law, Griselda Soto-Valencia, Valentín Castrejon and Santiago Rodriguez, grandchildren, Christian and Angelina Valencia and Xavier Castrejon, life partner, Enrique Vazquez, siblings, nieces and nephews.

The family requests that all flowers and notes are sent to

3809 Alum Ave,

Bakersfield, CA 93309

Our memories of Eloisa include spending time as a family, traditional Mexican meals, loving on her kids and grandkids, long conversations about "su tierra" and enough laughs to last a lifetime. We appreciate you being part of her life and therefore in ours. Please continue to keep her and the Valencia Patiño and Vazquez Family in your thoughts and prayers.

Per Eloisa's last wish, please don't wear all black. Black pants or skirts are okay.

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Eloísa Patiño, de 66 años, de Bakersfield, falleció pacíficamente rodeada de familiares y seres queridos el domingo 5 de marzo, luego de una batalla contra la EPOC.

Eloisa nació el 18 de mayo de 1956 de Juan Patiño y Ofelia Cárdenas en Santa Rosa de Gordiano, Tamazula, Jalisco, México.

En 1979 se casó con Ricardo Valencia con quien tuvo 4 hijos, Juan Enrique, Indra Saraith, Jonathan Ricardo y Guadalupe Valencia. Después de la muerte de su esposo y su hijo mayor, inició una nueva relación y formó una unión libre con Enrique Vázquez.

Eloisa fue una madre y abuela dedicada, fantástica y maravillosa. Eloisa irradió amor por su familia y los apoyó a través de las muchas pasiones y dificultades de sus vidas.

El lenguaje de amor de Eloisa era cocinar y dar amor y cariño. La extrañaremos mucho.

Eloisa falleció después que su esposo, Ricardo Valencia, su hijo, Juan Enrique Valencia, y sus padres, Juan Patiño y Ofelia Cárdenas. Le sobreviven su hijo, Jonathan R Valencia, hijas, Indra S Rodriguez y Guadalupe Valencia, nuera e yernos, Griselda Soto-Valencia, Valentín Castrejon y Santiago Rodriguez, nietos, Christian y Angelina Valencia y Xavier Castrejon, compañero de vida, Enrique Vazquez, hermanos, sobrinas y sobrinos.

La familia solicita que todas las flores y notas se envíen a

3809 Alum Ave,

Bakersfield, CA 93309.

Nuestros recuerdos de Eloisa incluyen pasar tiempo en familia, comidas tradicionales mexicanas, amor por sus hijos y nietos, largas conversaciones sobre "su tierra" y suficientes risas para toda la vida. Agradecemos que fuiste parte de su vida y por parte de la nuestra. Continúen manteniéndola a ella y a la familia Valencia Patiño y Vázquez en sus pensamientos y oraciones.

Según el último deseo de Eloísa, por favor no vista todo de negro. Los pantalones o faldas negras están bien.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hillcrestmemorial.com for the Valencia Patiño and Vazquez family.