Yesenia Perez Angeles

      If anyone ever cared, really cared for someone else it would have to be Yesenia Perez Angeles. She was a warm hearted and well liked individual, and these wonderful traits came easily to her because she was such a sociable and amiable person, someone who was always making certain that those around her had whatever they needed. Yesenia was a talkative person who was tactful at all times but typically said what she meant.

      Yesenia was born in Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto, California. She was the daughter of Luis and Estela Perez. Yesenia was raised in Aguililla, Michoacan and Redwood City, California. During her childhood she learned to be reliable and respectful. Yesenia was an obedient child who wanted to win the favor of others. She found it easy to show sympathy and to perform kind acts for others. These admirable qualities would become a part of Yesenia's personality throughout her life.

      Though Yesenia was frequently the one to initiate games and activities with her family, she was also quite often the family member who took the role of referee. Yesenia was a peace-maker with an ability to resolve all sorts of family conflicts. In fact, Yesenia worked conscientiously to keep those typical family spats at bay. Yesenia was raised with six siblings. She had three older brothers (Luis, Mario, and Eriberto), one older sister (Maribel) and two younger sisters (Yoissa and Lorely). Yesenia and her siblings had the typical rivalries while growing up, but they cared deeply for one another.

      As someone who reveled in the sheer joy of her experiences, Yesenia was always enthusiastic about new adventures. Although she had an exacting nature, Yesenia was always tactful. One thing Yesenia will certainly be remembered for is that, when she got up in the mornings, she was ready and raring to go. As a young girl, Yesenia had a number of interests and was an active child. Yesenia took part in volleyball. In her spare time she liked to dance and play with her dolls. She also loved to ride horses.

      For Yesenia, the school routines were never a problem although she generally preferred variety to structure. She seemed to be able to start a project and work right through to its completion. And she was able to do it quickly and efficiently. Yesenia was also adept at details. Yesenia was very observant and was generally quick at picking up new things. She graduated from Sequoia High School in 2002. She enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers.

      Yesenia was a faithful and loving person. Some would even call her sentimental and a romantic at heart. Her kindness and consideration radiated an aura of warmth to those around her. Yesenia cared for what others thought and carried that into her relationship. Compassionate and devoted, Yesenia worked hard to make her new life partner happy.

      Harmony was important to Yesenia and she made every effort to maintain it with her family. Yesenia was blessed with nieces and nephews that she loved extremely!, two nieces, Natalia and Layla, and four nephews, Joelito, Ethan, Isaas, and Betito. Yesenia was always conscious of the feelings others had. She was reasonable and understanding. As a result, Yesenia was quick to solve disputes and did so without much fuss. Her secret of success in this area was simple: Yesenia would listen before she would act.

      Taking her work seriously came naturally to Yesenia, and she expected the same from those around her. Yesenia was a good team player, someone who was born to cooperate with others. She was what some would call a “people person” and it was demonstrated in her good communication skills. Yesenia was a steady worker, one who was realistic about schedules. The kind of details that would give family members and work colleagues fits were situations that Yesenia handled well. She could understand the details without getting lost in the broad “big picture.” Her primary occupation was an Assistant Manager. She was employed for 5 years by Whole Foods Market. She brought harmony to her work environment, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done, while always maintaining respect for her colleagues.

      A methodical woman, Yesenia enjoyed spending time working on her various hobbies. She had no problem following all of the steps and instructions on a given project and was proud of the fact that she could have something to show for her efforts. Her favorite pursuits were exercising and shopping.

      Yesenia was a lover of animals and cherished her pets.

      Yesenia passed away on June 16, 2010 at El Camino Hospital. She is survived by her parents, Luis and Estela; brothers Luis, Mario, Eriberto; sisters, Yoissa and Lorely; nephews, Betito, Ethan, Joelito and Isaac; nieces, Natalia and Layla; and grandmother Manuela Campero. Services were held at St. Anthony's Church.

      Yesenia was a fantastic conversationalist who could engage just about anyone in a discussion. And whenever she said something, she meant it. Yesenia was a down to earth person, outgoing and gregarious. She was without question the type of person who enjoyed experiencing things first hand. She was practical and sensible, but what friends and family will remember her for most is the fact that she was so understanding and kind. Everyone whose life she touched will miss Yesenia Perez Angeles.