Phyllis (Chavez) Galvan
Obituary
Phyllis Chavez Galvan entered her forever heavenly home at the age of 95 on November 22, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.
Phyllis was born in Riverside, California to the late Miguel Chavez and Rosario Martinez. Phyllis moved to San Juan Bautista, CA in her youth, then to Watsonville, CA where she lived for nearly 70 years before moving in 2017 to Sacramento, CA with her son.
Predeceased by her husband Frank Garcia Galvan, and daughter Veronica Galvan Chavarria, as well as one sister and six brothers.
Phyllis is survived by her children: Maria Garcia of Watsonville, CA; Gabriel Galvan of Sacramento, CA; Frank Galvan Jr. of Citrus Heights, CA; 12 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Her surviving siblings are Lupe Juarez; Linda Talavera; Mary Ester Lopez; Rosalio Chavez and Refugio Chavez.
Phyllis made an impact for many years working with families at the Santa Cruz County Head Start Program. Phyllis was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ and devoted her life to the Catholic community supporting many spiritual events and retreats. Later, Phyllis spent most of her time at St Patrick's Church Rosary Club making hundreds of rosaries, most of which were sent overseas to military men and women.
Phyllis was dedicated to her family; one way she demonstrated her love was through her cooking. Phyllis enjoyed spending time with her gardening, crocheting, music, and dancing to her favorite music.
She will be forever missed.
A celebration of life will be held at the Old Mission San Juan Bautista, 406 Second Street, San Juan Bautista, CA. On Friday, January 26, 2024 with a Rosary at 11:00 AM, followed by a Memorial Mass at 11:30 AM.
Published in The Pajaronian · January 16, 2024