Dorothy Machado Vargas Obituary in Fremont at Fremont Chapel Of The Roses

Dorothy Machado Vargas

8/20/1924 - 3/20/2012

Obituary For Dorothy Machado Vargas

Dorothy Machado Vargas was born to Manuel and Mary Machado on August 20, 1924 in Modesto. Six months later, the three moved to Niles where they lived on a ranch on Walnut Way. While growing up, Dorothy helped out at the ranch. She guided the horses during planting season, drove the tractor in the orchards, and bailed hay for the horses. After graduating from Washington Union High School, she worked at The Booth Cannery in Centerville where she would later meet her husband.

In 1945, she was introduced to a young man named Wilbert Vargas after he returned from World War II. They began their courtship and were married in 1948. They raised their three children on the ranch and then moved to their home in Mission in 1966. Her and Wilbert loved to take their children on many outings to the mountains and lakes. Dorothy also loved to embroider, crochet and work in her flower garden. Above all, she said that her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the joy of her life.

Dorothy passed away surrounded by her loved ones on March 20, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel and Mary, as well as her husband Wilbert. She is survived by her three children; Glenn Vargas, Darlene Cooley and Sharon Vargas, as well as six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held Sunday, March 25, 1-5pm with a Vigil Service at 4pm at Fremont Chapel of the Roses, 1940 Peralta Blvd., Fremont. A Chapel Service will be on Monday, March 26, 10am at the Mortuary. Burial to follow at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park, Hayward.

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10/01/2021

Miki Vargas Whitfield

I will always remember Dorothy as a true woman of faith! I still cherish the visits we had with her and her family on the ranch or in her home. I will be praying for strength, peace, and comfort for all of the family. - John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
10/01/2021

Kathy Duarte Martinez

I am sorry to here of the loss of your mother. With deepest sympathy, Kathy
10/01/2021

Pam Lopez

Dorothy was a person of great love. Every remembrance I have of her was of warmth, kindness, faith and optimism. I'm grateful for her lifelong friendship to our family. We are sad at her passing, but we know her spirit lives! I'm praying that God will comfort all of you in the family in your grief. Sincerely, Pam Vargas Lopez (2nd cousin to Wilbert)
10/01/2021

Cheryl Martinez

Grandma you are one of the most cherished parts of my life. I still can't believe you have left us. I know you are no longer suffering, at peace, and reunited with the love of your life. You have missed Grandpa so much. I know you will be there to greet me and guide me into the light when its my turn to go home. Until then, I will miss you everyday. We will talk in my dreams. Rest in peace now my love...

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