She was previously employed by Ventura Housing Authority as an apartment manager at the Santa Clara Apartments. Mary had a great love for the Lord, it showed in her everyday life. She was a blessing to her family and a true prayer warrior. A woman of grace and faith.
Mary is survived by her children, John Jr., Teresa Duran, Jenny Ortiz (Joe), Mary Frances, Adeline Garcia (Mitchell), Priscilla Aguirre (David), and Sandy De La O (Rudy); grandchildren, Veronica, Elaine, Denise, Donald, Eddie Jr., Lydia, Jenny, Peter, Rudy, Joey, Gilbert, Christina, Chris, Anthony, Nadean, Tanya, Robert Jr., Rudy Jr., Nick, Desiree, and Mia; 59 great grandchildren; and 17 great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Custodio; brother, Ernie Lozano; sister-in-law, Mary Lozano; sister, Inez Nevarrette; son-in-law, Eddie Duran; and her best-friend, Annie Sustatia.
A very special thank you to our sister Adeline for the years of outstanding care she gave to our mom. Our sister Mary who gave so much of her time in caring for our mom. Our brother John Jr. who also helped in caring for our mom. We would like to thank Rudy Solis for being a lifelong friend to our mom.
Our family would like to thank the Assisted Hospice Team who gave our mom the best of care. Melanie Thompson (RN), a true professional whom our mother adored. Chaplain Paul Lenderman, who thru prayer gave mom hope, peace and reassurance. He would sing mom’s favorite song “Amazing Grace.” Michele Clisby (LCSW) who helped us all through the tough times with her presence and words of encouragement. Tracy (Hospice Team) who we could always depend on for help. We love you all.
Visitation will take place on Monday, July 23, 2018, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm, at Ted Mayr Funeral Home, 3150 Loma Vista Road, in Ventura.
A Celebration of Mary’s Life will also take place at Ted Mayr Funeral Home, on Tuesday, July 24, 2018, 10:00 am. Following the service, Mary will be laid to rest at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, in Ventura.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to TedMayrFuneralHome.com.
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