Our beloved mother, Juventina Covarrubias, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, at the age of 85 in Merced, California. She was born on August 22, 1939, in Ixpalino, Sinaloa, Mexico. She lived a full and beautiful life devoted to her family.
In 1954, Juventina met Manuel Guerrero, and together they shared 27 years and raised their eleven children. In 1981, she made the courageous journey to the United States to build a new life for her family. Later, in 1987, she married the love of her life, Roberto Covarrubias, with whom she enjoyed 22 years of companionship. They shared a deep bond, spending time in the mountains, playing cards, enjoying bingo and most importantly, caring for their family.
Juventina will always be remembered for her vibrant spirit, determination, and devotion. In Mexico, she worked tirelessly on the family farm and found joy in supporting her children and grandchildren. After moving to the United States, she continued her hard work in agriculture, restaurants, and local factories to provide for her family.
She is survived by her loving children: Maria Elena, Maria Luisa, Juan, Felipe, Santiago, Luis, Edgar, Arcenio and their spouses. Her cherished grandchildren, and a large circle of extended family and dear friends.
She now reunites in heaven with her parents, Guillermo and Porfiria, her daughters, Dolores and Rufina, her son Mario. She also joins her husband Roberto, her sisters, Maria de Jesus, Evangelina, Trinidad, and her brother Arcenio who all passed before her.
A memorial service to celebrate Juventina’s life will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, 1490 B Street, Merced, California on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with services beginning at 10:15 a.m., officiated by Pastor Rudy Sanchez. Following the service, a graveside service will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Cemetery. A gathering of family and friends will continue at Stratford Evans Reception Hall from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Her love, strength, and legacy will live on forever in the hearts of all who knew her.
