ARTURO “ART” TOVAR
November 13, 1944 — January 1, 2021
Arturo Tovar of Woodbridge passed away January 1, 2021 in Sacramento California. Arturo was born November 13, 1944 in Eagle Pass Texas to Sostenes and Rosa Tovar. Arturo loved the Lord with all his heart, he was a gentle soul and spirit he will be dearly missed and will always be cherished by countless friends and family.
Arturo was a hard worker and heartfelt Christian with total dedication and compassion for his family, friends, and belief in God. He was an active member of Bethel Open Bible Church. Whenever a family member or friend was in need of prayer, Art was the first one to go and pray with that person. At family gatherings Art was always asked to say the blessing before the food was served.
Art married Rose Marie “Rosie” the love of this life in March of 1963 and were together until Rosie passed away in 2018. Together they built their life and had 5 children, Art Tovar Jr., Tracy Tovar, Angela Sarmento (John), Gabriel Tovar and Alex Tovar. They have seven grandchildren, James, Dominic, DianaRose, Janelle, Colleen, Joshua and Arianna and two great grandchildren, Bellissima-Renee and Donntel Jr. who are the heart and soul of his family.
Art is also survived by his siblings, Ernest Tovar (Gloria), Rudy Tovar (Lupe), Sostenes Tovar Jr. (Yolanda), John Tovar, Robert Tovar, Maria (Liz) Hernandez (Abel), Dora Hernandez (Eli), Esther Claramo, Tomas (Tommie) Gamez, as well as numerous nieces and nephews, and extended family.
Art enjoyed hunting and fishing, tinkering with his hands and watching classic cowboy movies. Texan at heart often times you would see him all decked out in his cowboy hat, bolo tie and cowboy boots.
Arturo is preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Rosie Tovar; parents, Sostenes and Rosa Tovar; and grandson, Gabriel D. Tovar Jr.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the numerous caregivers who assisted Arturo through these past several weeks and supported him in his final days.
Arturo will be honored with a graveside celebration of life outdoors under the canopies Tuesday January 12, 2021 at 12 p.m. noon at Cherokee Memorial Park Cemetery 13951 Beckman Road, Lodi Ca. 95240 with Pastor Jim Pluimer officiating. Please wear your masks and social distancing would be appreciated!
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