BORN

1923

DIED

2014

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Montecito Memorial Park and Mortuary

3520 E Washington St

Colton, California

Thomas Cabrera Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 1, 2014.

Thomas C. Cabrera
Thomas was born October 29, 1923 in Barstow California to Tomàs and Consuelo Cabrera. He entered into rest on March 29, 2014. Thomas grew up in Colton, California and lived in Rialto, California since 1963. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Cecilia, daughters Cynthia and Max Avilez, Anna Lemos, Rebecca and Tony Moreno, Kathy and Michael Ornelas, Maria (Teri) and Patrick Daghlian, and brother Cristobal Guerrero. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Richard Cabrera Sr. and his wife Alma, brothers Nick, Nacho, and Lalo Cabrera, Carmen Guerrero, and sisters Lorenza Mendez, Mollie Gonzales, Frenchie Sanchez, Leonides Flores and Monie Gamez.
Thomas served our country during World War II in the Army 821st Tank Destroyer Battalion and was wounded in Saint-Lo Normandy France. When he returned from service he attended Woodbury University in Los Angeles where he received a degree in accounting. Thomas began his 35 year career with the California State Board of Equalization in 1947 and retired as a Supervising Field Auditor. During his lifetime Thomas volunteered his time to many youth and community organizations.
Visitation will be held Sunday, April 6, 2014 from 4-8pm at Montecito Memorial Park and Mortuary in Colton CA. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 7, 2014 at San Salvador Catholic Church in Colton CA. Burial will follow at Montecito Memorial Park.

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April 24, 2014

m w

There is comfort in God's word. Matthew 5:4

April 8, 2014

May your memories sustain you during this difficult time and God's hope for everlasting life give you comfort. John 17:3 SMEL

April 5, 2014

Robert SANCHEZ

Uncle Tommy Rest in Peace !!! Going to your home always was a time to remember with a smile for the whole Sanchez family !! Bob Sanchez (Anaheim)

April 5, 2014

Norma D. Rodriguez

Dear Familia Cabrera, sending you heartfelt condolences in your time of loss. May you all continue to find comfort in your shared love & memories of Tio Thomas. I was very sorry to hear of his passing. And remember him with warm fondness, God Bless His Soul.

April 5, 2014

Tudy Guerrero

Uncle Tommy, you were such a positive influence to the Carmen C Guerrero family and words cannot explain the loss we feel. Rest in Paradise with all our loved ones. I will see you again.

April 4, 2014

Valarie Cabrera-Campa

Grandpa words can not express how much we miss you but you lived a long life, a good life. You left a piece of who you were in each of us, your children and grand children, and great grand children. Your legacy lives on in us. Thank you for being the person you were stern but loving. I love you so much and miss you. Say hello to my Dad and mom. Until we meet again.

April 4, 2014

Corina Cabrera

You are in my heart and prayers. I was deeply saddened by the news of Uncle Tommy's passing. May God give you the strength to you Tia and family and this time. God Bless you and family Corina Cabrera

April 4, 2014

Sharon Castillo

Condolences to the Cabrera family during this most difficult time. God bless you Kathy & family.

April 4, 2014

johanna avilez

I miss you so much. Words can not describe the loss my heart feels. I love you so much Grandpa.

April 3, 2014

Lorenza Becerra

Words cant even begin to describe the what a great loss this is. Uncle Tommy's legacy shall and will live on forever through his wife and daughter's. You will forever be in our hearts. My deepest condolences go out to the Cabrera family. Love always Lorenza and Robert Becerra

April 2, 2014

Neicy Cabrera Cruz

Our deepest condolences to the family. Love George, Neicy & Nicole Cabrera.

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