Dora Tapia Reyes

the morning of October 25, 2019 in Santa Paula, Ca. She was

surrounded by family and friends.

Dora T. Reyes was born on February 19, 1930 in Phoenix,

Arizona. At a young age she moved to Santa Paula, California.

As an adult she worked alongside her mother and co-owned the

La Paloma Restaurant. Later, she moved herself to Huntington

Park, California and worked at multiple jobs. Dora was an active

member in her community and Methodist church. She

volunteered her time to be of service wherever help was needed

and was resourceful in making sure families in need were given

food.

Later in life, she made her way back home to Santa Paula where

she continued to serve her community and EI Buen Pastor

Methodist Church.

Throughout her life, she was a dedicated Methodist who adored

children and made sure Sunday school was a great experience

for them. She was an avid reader of the bible and prayed for

everyone including strangers alike. She was a beacon guided by

her optimistic nature that stemmed from her deeply held beliefs

and core values. She provided comfort to those around her and

was loved by many. She cherished her friendships and was a

positive force of nature with much love to offer. She

exemplified humanity and was a teacher in her own right.

To close family members she was known as Grandma Dora. To

others, she was called Tia Dora. She was a mother figure whose

place no one else can take. She was devoted to her family, faith,

and friends.

Dora T. Reyes was a beautiful soul who touched many lives.

She will be missed but not forgotten.

Dora is preceded in death by her mother Lucy Chavez, her two

older brothers Johnny and Amador (Hortensia) Chavez and a

nephew Daniel (Judy) Chavez. She is survived by her

"daughter" Rosie (Antonio) Lopez. "Granddaughters" ;

Jacqueline (Carlos) Calderon, Lucia (Charlie) Amezcua, and

Cindy Lopez. Her Uncle, Albino (Lydia) Pineda. Nephews;

Robert (Barbara), Larry (Linda), Richard, and Paul (Alexandria)

Chavez.

Family members ask that donations be made in honor of Dora to

the EI Buen Pastor United Methodist Church.

Services will be held on Saturday, November 9, 20 1 9 at

11:30a.m.

Location: EI Buen Pastor United Methodist Church. 1029 E.

Santa Paula St. Santa Paula. Ca. 93060