Guadalupe S. Gutiérrez also known as “Lupe,” gave life her best and on Wednesday, February 28, 2018 she joined her Angels, parents (Ricardo and Rosalia Campos de Saenz) sisters (Cerila and Augustina Saenz), brothers (Daniel, Lino, Cleofas, Francisco, and Bernardino Saenz) husband of 56 years (Candelario Gutiérrez), youngest son (Alfredo Gutiérrez), grand-daughters (Melissa and Marisa Gutiérrez) and son-in-law (Humberto B.Rosales), as well as her “comadres” Mary Gonzales and Molly Blanco into Paradise. She was surrounded by all her children; a beautiful and spiritual experience unlike anything we had ever experienced before! Mom/Nana, thank you for sharing your tumultuous gifts, your unconditional and steadfast love, devotion and endurance! We were the light of your life and you will remain the light of our hearts.
She was born in Parral Chihuahua, Mexico June 1, 1935. In 1950 she migrated to the United States with our father and began to raise our family in Arizona in the early 60’s. A homemaker at heart; food was always on the table no matter what time you dropped in to visit; everyone was pleasantly surprised with whatever she served. An incredible seamstress, crafty with her needlepoint and crocheting skills too; used all her talents to contribute financially to meet the demands of her growing family. When she was challenged to join the workforce she graciously accepted it and became one the best team players anyone would want on their team. She worked at the Steward Sandwich Company where she rapidly moved up the ranks and became Supervisor. Due to her limited English, she figured key words and phrases to impress her employer, and continued studying between breaks so that she could master the details of her responsibilities. She always carried a spiral notebook to write down unknown words, phrases and sketches of things she would later look up in her dictionary or ask one of her children during the homework hour(s). Her math skills were beyond comprehension for someone who only completed sixth grade in Mexico. While teaching her grand-children how to learn their multiplication table, or mathematical problems, she always had a trick to help them master those problems. Her creative mind didn’t only end in sewing and crafting, she was an incredible innovator. Had she gone to college we believe she would have earned a degree in Engineering because she created and designed tools that were so unique to make things work around her house; she truly was a MacGyver! Whether it was a water spout to water her plants too high to reach or straw hats to scare the pigeons away while growing her grass; she had an incredible mind that never stopped working and creating! Her faith and spirituality was enriched when she became a Cursillista. She was an avid reader and sport fan; especially basketball. She was also Marisa’s (grandchild) first basketball coach. When life threw her lemons not only did she make lemonade she shared it with everyone in need. She loved learning; and in spite of not earning her own degrees, she ensured that all her children and grandchildren completed their BIG DREAMS. She always said, “DREAM BIG” and if you fall short of that BIG DREAM you will still be in a good place to be happy! Mom/Nana, today we say thank you for DREAMING BIG, we are who we are because you DREAMED BIG! Rest in peace with all of our other Angels; until we meet again, we will always carry your BIG DREAM in everything we do! With immense respect and honor we love you!
Lupe will be lovingly remembered by brothers Lencho and Manuel Saenz, children Francisco Gutiérrez, Blanca Estela Gutiérrez, José Gutiérrez, Richard Gutiérrez and Yolanda (Maria) David Gutiérrez, grandchildren Trina (Gil) Negrete, Manuel Gutiérrez, Vanessa Gutiérrez, Marta (Tim) Guzzo, Gabriel Gutiérrez, Alexis Gutiérrez, great grand children Alicia Negrete, Maricela Gutiérrez, Izabela Gutiérrez, Roman Gutiérrez, Jaymz Guzzo, Jayliana Guzzo and Liana Negrete and her a host of nieces and nephews and her special BFFsBFFS Bessy Chavez and Parthenia Griffin. We would like to give special thanks to Hospice Promise, especially Andrea and Marsha, Mom’s special angels!
A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2018 from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. with a Rosary at 7:00 P.M. at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, March 9, 2018 at 11:30 A.M. at Sacred Heart Parish, 1421 S. 12th Street, Phoenix. Interment will follow at St Francis Catholic Cemetery, 2033 N. 48th Street, Phoenix.
Danny Balanon
Prayers & Blessings to the Gutierrez /Saenz familia. . . May God’s Love, Our Holy Mother’s Peace & Our Lord Jesus’ Blessings be with you all… The Balanon Familia…
Ray D. Martinez
My deepest condolences Francisco and Yolanda y la Familia. You all are in.my prayers.
God Bless you and much love to you all.
Ricardo Gutierrez saenz
The angels have come to take her spirit but her presence shall be felt forever. My heart goes out to all who knew her and my will to keep her memory alive shall be my highest priority. Love you all and I pray your lives will be filled with the same spirit as my wonderful mother. GOD bless and be true.
Theresa Mata
I met Nana on two visits to Maria & Yolie in Laveen. She said I reminded her of one of good friends. I remember her cooking and her sense of humor and she was always cleaning. I learned more about her from her obituary. She was an incredible woman and will be missed. My heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to the entire Gutierrez clan.
Catalina Carrasco
My deepest sympathies to all of you. She will be greatly missed, you’re momma touched my heart in the biggest way when I needed a mom she filled those shoes. Giving advice, laughing with her ,sharing stories, her attention when I was most needing it . Thank you for allowing me the privilege. God’s BLESSING .
Diana Hernandez Cabrera
MY condolences to you Yolie and your family, May God give you all the strength you need to go through this hard time. May she walk the streets of gold in heaven with our heavenly father!!!
Your in My thoughts and Prayers!!
Rosalva Portillo y Familia
Mama/Nana Gutierrez,
Fuistes, para mi, la mas Fuerte, Ermosa, Chistosa Mama/Nana que a conosido. Y se que vas estar en El Cielo de Dios.
Te Amo mucho y te voy a estranar.
Descansa en Paz.
Deparate de: Rosalva Portillo y familia.
Theresa Molina-Lerma
Sincerest Condolences to the Gutierrez Family♡ Amazing Testimony of LOVE and Faith♡ DeColores Love the Molina-Lerma Family♡
Sylvia Burkhart
Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to the Gutierrez family .. Yolie and family have been apart of my life for the last 45 yrs ..Yolie and Stella’s loving,caring and generous nature stem from how they were raised .. and they were raised by a strong, gentle and beautiful woman named Guadalupe “Lupe” . Thank you for being the beautiful woman that you are…till we meet again love you always ..
Sylvia, Neil and Kennedy Burkhart
Tessie De La Cruz
Our prayers are with all of you! Your Momma was such a beautiful lady and still is. All of you brought your Mom so much love and joy. All of you fulfilled your Mom and Dad’s dreams! Love to all the Gutierrez family
Tom Martinez
To Cisco, Jose, and Gutierrez family, you have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother and appreciation for the life she lived. She was truly admirable.
The Whitfield Family
Deepest sympathies and condolences to the Gutierrez Family. May your family find solace knowing this beautiful lady rests in heaven.
robert chappell
I want to offer my condolences to the family at this time.
Elsa
From the Marroquin family. We are so sorry for your loss. We love you and hold you up in our prayers. Mom is in heaven with our Heavenly Father. She will always be with you. Forever in your heart and not forgotten. Mothers always a special place in our hearts.
Love Diana ,Elsa. Marroquin
Cyndy
Sending prayers to the family & dear friends of Lupe! I never had a chance to meet Lupe but I know how much she was loved!
Pearl Joya
To Richard Gutierrez and Gutierrez family, my deepest condolences in the loss of your Mother. May the beautiful memories of your Mom comfort you always. I didn’t get to know her very well but from reading her obituary, I feel like I missed out. You were so very blessed to have such an amazing Mother. It is never easy to lose any love one but a Parent, to me is even more difficult having lost my Daddy so soon. God in his infinite wisdom will sustain you. Remember his promise, you will see her again.
Sincerely,
Pearl Joya
beatrice c amari
Gutierrez Family,
Heaven now has another Angel.
With our immense love, now and forever.
Bea, Dave and Nick Amari
Patrice Herring
Yolie and family we give our deepest condolences. Your Mom left a beautiful legacy for many people. She is now celebrating a wonderful life. We are praying for you all. God bless.
Patrice Herring and Family
Yolie and family we give our deepest condolences. Your Mom left a beautiful legacy for many people. She is now celebrating with Jesus a wonderful life. You are in our prayers. God Bless.
Kelly Griffin
To Aunt Yolie and family. I offer my deepest condolences to you and your family. She was a wonderful woman of many talents. May she be forever in your heart. Love u all.
Austin and Karen Shepard
Prayers to the family. My heart swells with sorrow. May patience and love guide you during this difficult time.
Isabel Zepeda
My deepest condolences to the Gutierrez family. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May God give you all strength.
Un fuerte Abrazo familia!
HBobbie McLeod
Yolie, Maria and the entire Gutierrez Family . . . . , Please accept my sincerest and deepest condolences in the loss of your awesome Mother. Reading her beautiful Obituary, I so wish I had the honor to meet/know her . . . You were all so blessed to be a part of the beautiful life your Mom created for you . . . I am so sorry I am unable to join you in celebrating her life. . . . My hugs to all . . . God Bless!
Andrea Thomas
To the beautiful family of Lupe
My deepest condolence to your family, mama Lupe. I surely will miss your smile and laugh. I loved talking with you and you always asking about my horses. Every time, I go home and see my horses, I think of you. Thank you for making and sharing your laughs with me. Love you and keeping smiling down at your family with comfort. They need you … from your Hospice girl: Andrea and to the family: be strong and remember all that she taught you. Pray for guidance and always love one another. I will keep you in my prayers as well.