Antonio Luquin Zendejas Obituary in Fremont at Fremont Chapel Of The Roses

Antonio Luquin Zendejas

6/13/1905 - 2/29/2012

Obituary For Antonio Luquin Zendejas

Born on June 13, 1905 in Villa JimÃ©nez, MichoacÃ¡n, MX. On February 14, 1925 he married the love of his life, Otilia Tapia Luna. Soon after they immigrated to the United States, crossing the border at El Paso, TX where a mistake at the border changed Cendejas to Zendejas. He worked several jobs as the family moved across the country, eventually residing in Union City.

He enjoyed watching boxing on TV, playing cards (Sequence), and his passion was gardening. His secret to longevity was hard work, spending time with family and friends, laughing often, and eating chili with every meal.

In June of 2011 he celebrated his 106th birthday at a Casino Night themed party held in his honor. Among his guests were family from California, Washington, Texas, and Michigan.

He is survived by 6 children: Connie, Delia, Nef (Genara), Tony (Sara), Lala (Vicente), and Romie (Gene); as well as 20 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, and 13 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 6, from 5-8pm with a vigil at 6:30pm at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 703 C Street, Union City, CA 94587. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 7, 10am at Our Lady of the Rosary. Burial will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Hayward.

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10/01/2021

Yolanda Galvan

Grandpa, I was so lucky to have you in my life for 56 years. I miss you so much... Your garden is planted and has yield fruit; your journey of 106 years is over; now you can rest in peace.
10/01/2021

Blanca Orozco Barrera

My Tio Antonio and Tia Otilia will always be in my heart, lots of wonderful memories I cherish with both of them since I was a little kid. I LOVE them and admire their family values and what they have taught us. With all my LOVE!! Blanca
10/01/2021

Meliton and Carmen Orozco

Thank you tio Antonio for all the wonderful memories you have given us. Our children hear stories of how we used to play in your garden and eat your fruit. God bless you family.l
10/01/2021

efrain orozco

My condolencesand my heart is with the family at this time.Our prayers are with you. Efrain Orozco and Family.
10/01/2021

Susanna Maria Ax

I was deeply touched at the funeral mass for Antonio yesterday. I have admired his daughter, Dalia, and his son-in-law, Immanuel, since my arrival in Hayward in 1997. What an inspiration to us all. God bless the family and God grant the soul of Antonio eternal peace. Susanna Maria Ax
10/01/2021

Brian & Margaret Wills & Family

Grandpa, thank you for sharing such a Blessed long beautiful life with All of us. We are so lucky to have had you in our lives for so long. My friends are amazed when I talk about you being 106 years old and still being able to work in your garden. We love you and will miss you. Rest In Peace grandpa! Brian, Margaret, Elizabeth & Ryan Wills. Mitchell, Delores, Benjamin, Isabel & Miguel Soliz
10/01/2021

Eleanor Stanaland

Grandpa, I have many fond memories of you...when I was little I loved to stay at your house...my bag would always be packed and ready for a visit! I will truly miss you! Love, Eleanor

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