
Angelita Mina Vasquez, beloved wife of Virgilio Vasquez passed away peacefully at her home in Watsonville, on Mother's Day, May 11, 2025. She was 92.
Born August 2, 1932, in Pilar Abra Philippines. She married Virgilio Carsola Vasquez, the love of her life and they were blessed with 6 daughters.
She was a very giving person to her church and community. Angelita, known as "Lita," was involved with the Harvest Food Bank donating hours of her time. Also was involved with the Filipino Community Center helping those Filipinos who needed help. She was very involved with her Catholic church and fundraisers, often making hundreds of her famous lumpia to sell, with the proceeds going to help those in need. She will be missed by all.
She is survived by daughters: Elaine (David) of Kona, Hawaii, Mary (Michael) of Newcastle, Washington, Catherine (Jim) of Capitola, California, Doris (Andrew) of Watsonville, California, Teri (Matt) of Chico, California, Debbie Lopez of Tucson, Arizona and; eleven grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Leila, and her husband of 55 years, Virgilio "Vic".
Services will be private. Mehl's Colonial Chapel has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Published in The Pajaronian · May 29, 2025