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Rachel Losoya Obituary

Rachel Alaquinez Martinez Losoya, 63, of Colorado Springs, passed away on April 23, 2011. Rachel was born on August 5, 1947 in San Antonio, Texas to Jacinto Lopez Martinez and Aurora (Alaquinez) Martinez. Rachel enjoyed several things in life. Among them being surrounded by family, traveling, strong faith and being active in her church. She was always willing to help anyone in need. She left a great legacy for all of her family to live by. Rachel is survived by her children, Nick Losoya, Sylvia (Joe) Baca, Brenda (Sam) Wadle, Mary Losoya and Joe (Sandy) Losoya; brother, Joel (Rosa) Alaquinez; grandchildren, Rosalie, Angelica, Louie, Candace, Cassandra, Ashley, Bubba, Jordyn, Alex and Gabriella. Rachel is also survived by eleven great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 PM, Thursday, April 28, 2011 at Lord Jesus Church of God, 84 Sherri Drive, Security, Colorado 80911. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, April 29, 2011 at Lord Jesus Church of God. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a love offering may be given at the time of the services.

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Published by The Gazette on Apr. 26, 2011.

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Monica Losoya

April 23, 2024

Remembering my Tia so fondly and with so much today as it is the anniversary of her going home to our Lord Jesus Christ. To my cousins, Lulu, Brenda and Sylvia, I'm praying for y'all today, that the Lord will give y'all peace and joy today and always. Sending you big hugs and so much love. I'm here if y'all need anything at all. Love y'all dearly. Love, Your Cousin Monica (Tina)

Monica L.

April 23, 2021

Thinking of you today and always. I miss you Tia. I give God the glory because you're resting in his eternal peace and his loving arms. I will forever love you, talk about about all of the great memories we shared together and thank the Lord for you. La quiero mucho mucho Tía. La hecho mucho de menos y le doy gracias a Dios por su influencia en mi vida. Dios la bendiga. Nos veremos en gloria. I love you, FOREVER. ♥♥♥♥

Monica Losoya

April 23, 2020

Remembering you today and always. You were the light and strength of your family with the Lord as your Strong and ever constant foundation. Your legacy lives on in Lulu and Brenda. I miss you Tia. Rest in Eternal Peace, abiding in the arms of the Almighty. Hug Ama for me. Until I see you both again, I love you Tia. Su Sobrina Que La Quiere Mucho, Monica

mary Losoya

April 22, 2020

hello mom tomorrow will be nine years since you been gone to with the lord and there's not a day that goes by that you are in my thoughts and my heart. I miss you so much!

Brenda Wadle

April 21, 2020

Mom it will be nine years since you left us I thank God every day for you I thank God for the love you have show me I thank God for the courage show me I thank God for the compassion you show me and I thank God for the strength you have shown me through his name ..I think you for the inheritance you have left me ,,,, ( the Bible ). one day we will be together ,,,, I long for that day mom

Monica Losoya

April 20, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful Tia. We will love you and miss you always. I miss you Tia. You were always the calm in the midst of the storm, the epitome of strength and steadfastness. And now I see my cousins carrying on your loving legacy just as you taught them to. You would be so proud. I love to u Mi Tia Querida, missing you un montón. Love, Monica Losoya

Monica Losoya

April 20, 2019

Tia, as we approach the anniversary of your home going, I cant help but cry. I rejoice that you are with our Lord Jesus. I cry because I miss you. I feel for my cousins who long for their mom. There will never be another woman like you. You were always so giving and loving. A straight shooter who always told it like it was. I always had and always will have, the upmost respect for you. Thank you for always loving me. For opening your arms to hug me no matter how much time had passed. I miss you so much. I miss our mornings with coffee and laughs. You are forever in my heart. You will forever be missed. I love you Tia. Love Forever, Tina (Monica)

Monica (Tina) Losoya

May 26, 2018

My Tia, oh how I miss you. I miss your hugs and the way we would laugh at Tio Basilio. LOL You were the warmth, the strength and the compassion of the family. I know you are resting in the peace of Our Lord Jesus Christ. I miss you so much. I would give anything to just sit down with you and talk with a cup of coffee like we used to. Until we meet again my sweet Tia. I LOVE YOU FOREVER. Tina~

Louise Duffy

July 30, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me

Think about you everyday Grams up there looking down on us. Your birthday is coming up, wish you were here to celebrate another year with us. I know you're happy though and no longer in pain. Missing you everyday and love you so much
Baby Louie

July 27, 2011

IAM lost without you my dearest friend we were in diffrent states this last year still you were there for me and yes still best of friends ,our friendship, knew no boundaries event hough we were hundreds of milesaway. facebook and emails kept us rocking.you were my best friend my support my insperation and every thing and i had felt you would be.We would cry together laughed together i and shared wonderful moments that wont be forgotten.on this friendship I want to, Tell you what you meant to me .We were not just friends because we went to togehter to school are talked on the phone , we were best friends because when you would smile a grin fource itself on my face ,when you cryied i instantly would feel your pain and also want to cry with you when i looked in to your eyes i knew there was no i could could trust more. our God needed you now i just know that in time we will see each other again. LOVE YOU ALWAYS FLORINDA

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mom your birthday will be here soon we will be celebrating at six flags with all your greatgrandkids love brenda

missing my my mom

brenda

June 7, 2011

Jorge Gonzales Sr.

May 7, 2011

This is(in heaven) one wonderful and very loving person. She was always there for me when I was growing up and I will truly miss her! My deepest condolences to all the family. Yours Truly, Jorgie Gonzales Sr.

Melissa Ann Guerra

May 2, 2011

Nicky, Sylvia, Brenda, LouLou, and JoJo, we are so sorry for your loss. There are no words to express how much your mother will be missed. She was such a wonderful Auntie to us and Sister to my momma. Each of you know you can ALWAYS count on us to be here for you. Please take the love and faith your mother instilled in your family and keep her alive. God Bless You! Love, Aunt Mary Lou, Jr, Rosemary, Melissa, and family

angelica Briseno

April 30, 2011

Grandma you're so beautiful and always will be in my heart. Just now Marisol has alittle piece of you and everyone sees that. I love you and miss you so much but You're in heaven looking down on us and know that everyone will be okay.

barbara lee

April 30, 2011

nicky,sylvia,brenda,mary and joe, my cousins, your mom was the strongest woman i know, and she left that legacy for us to be strong and to bond, may the LORD JESUS give you and your children strength at this time of grieving, i love you and always will.

Chantal Dowling

April 29, 2011

My love and prayers go out to the family. Rachel was always like a grandma to me. Even though I never knew my real grandparents, she would always tell me "I'm your Grandma mija". She was such a wonderful kind hearted person. She was there to help and support people in there lowest times. I remember the love that was always felt in her home. I love you Rachel Losoya, thank you for everything you have always done for me. To the Losoya family, I love you all so much, and my deepest sympathy.

barbara lee

April 29, 2011

my tia i love you and you taught me so much ,but the best thing you taught me was your recipe for tamales,no! not really it was your love and the way you loved your family and forgiveness, to forgive. No matter what differences families have they should put those aside when a crisis arise, and bond together.

Thonie

April 29, 2011

We all Love you all...

laura martinez

April 28, 2011

my condolences to the losoya family . may rachel now rest in peace and peace be with you all.may the lord guide you with lots of love and peace
love you all.from the martinez family. laura& jesse, brandon &benjamin

Josie Ramirez

April 28, 2011

My prayers & Condolences to the Losoya Family in this time of Sorrow.May the Lord wrap his Gentle Arms around each of yall.I pray and ask the Lord to give you Guys straight and comfort love you Guys.

florinda lopez

April 27, 2011

TO RACHEL'S DEAREST FAMILY I LOVED SPEAKING WITH YOUR MOM .MANY TIMES DID WE SPEAK SOMETIMES I FELT SO CLOSE TO HER LIKE IF I WAS THERE. I LOVED TO HEAR HER LAUGHTER WE WOULD GET SILLY MOST OF THE TIMES AND SEROUS TALKS TOO I WILL MISS (MY BEST BEST FRIEND)FOREVER I LOVED HER SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!LOVE FLOR...

Adelina Vasquez

April 27, 2011

Please tia talk to Jesus for me. Thank you. P.S. Tell Him I love him.

"Tia Rachel my inspiration"

Adelina Vasquez

April 27, 2011

MARION LOSOYA

April 27, 2011

MY LOVE AND PRAYERS GO TO MY BROTHER NICK AND HIS CHILDREN , MAY GOD COMFORT YOUR HEARTS AND GIVE YOU PEACE. LOVE ALWAYS YOUR AUNT MARION LOSOYA

ISRAEL GONZALEZ

April 27, 2011

MY PRAYERS AND LOVE TO MY TIO NICK AND TO ALL THE LOSOYA FAMILY , TIA RACHEL WILL BE GREATLY MISSED AND WE THANK GOD FOR HER LIFE AND HER SALVATION, THE LORD IS THE LIFE AND RESURECTION AND HE WHO BELIEVES IN HIM WIL NEVER DIE.

Adelina (Thonie) Cravalho

April 27, 2011

To my Dearest Rachel, You will be greatly missed. And to my uncle Nick and cousin my God comfort you all.

April 27, 2011

Nick and the rest of your family, So sorry to hear of your loss, May God be with you and the knowing of what's beyond will keep you strong.
D Thrower - CS - CO

Malana

April 26, 2011

May God be the comfort that the family needs right now. I am praying for you all.

Esmeraldo & Gerri Guerra & Family

April 26, 2011

To all the Losoya Family, our Deepest Sympathy to Cano and Children. Rachel was so brave and strong, she knew she was going Home with our Lord. And her Faith never failed her.What an example for us. We have so many memories of all of you, especially when you all lived on the ranch here in San Antonio,Tx. Even my children Eddie and Denise remember all the fun they had at the ranch. We love all of you and will be praying for all of you.

My other Family!!

Kristie Michaelis

April 26, 2011

My Dearest Rachel,
You will be greatly missed and thank you for your kindness and love! You were one of the strongest women I have ever met and I feel extremely blessed to have had you in my life! Your family values will live on for ever! You are an Angel straight from the good Lord above! Thank you for the ways you have touched my life and for giving me the honor of knowing you and for the seed of your faith you planted in me years ago!!!!!
I LOVE YOU RACHEL LOSOYA, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE!

Leila Martin

April 26, 2011

Momma Rachel, Words cannot express what I am feeling right now! The past 25 years of my life have made me a better person because of you. You have always treated me like your daughter even though I was no longer your daughter-in-law. Thank you for making me always feel so special and I also want to thank your children for making me feel a part of the family. You have taught me about The Lord and brought me from Texas to Colorado to be a part of a true church. I am most thankful for that! I know that your final resting place is in Heaven. I love you and miss you so much.
To all the family, now is a time to rejoice because she is in a better place than all of us right now! Mom was the glue of the family. Stay strong, share her memories, her laughter, and bind closer together with each other and in the Lord. I love you all!!

Pat and Chris Green and Boothe

April 26, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We're sending you a hug from afar.

Kathleen Parsons

April 26, 2011

My sympathies and prayers go out to the Losoya family. Rejoice that she has gone home and is no longer in pain. Share her memories, they will make you laugh & they will make you cry and they will keep her alive in your thoughts.

Josie Oliver

April 26, 2011

Thanks so much for being in my life.I will always remember how careing and giving you were to not just me but everyone. i will miss you terribley. You can rest now Mrs Losoya.

Brenda...My thoughts and prayers are with you. I love you...

Alice Sabye

April 26, 2011

Dear Nick and Ashley,

So sorry to hear about your loss. Ashley has only said wonderful things about your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the memories of her life, give you peace.

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