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Montara Mark Dragon 2007
| Dragon III, Montano Mark |
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Montano Mark Dragon III Passed away on June 10, 2007 surrounded by his
loving family. Loving father of Crystal, Justine, and Jodell. Devoted son
of Montano Dragon Jr. and the late Norma Dragon. Beloved brother of
Manuel, Magdalena, and James. Dear ex-husband of Barbara Dragon. He was a
native San Franciscan who worked for the US Postal Service for over 28
years. Family and friends may visit Saturday, June 16, 4-9pm; and are
invited to attend the Vigil Service on Sunday, June 17, 4pm at Valente
Marini Perata & Co., 4840 Mission St, SF, and the Funeral Mass Monday,
June 18, 11am at Church of Epiphany, 845 Vienna St., SF. Committal to
follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma. |
| December 19, 2007 |
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Mont,
We had put Kato down tonight because he was ill. He's been with us
longer than any of our children. Walk him when you see him up there in
heaven...
Jimmy |
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Jimmy Dragon |
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December 9, 2007 |
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hi daddy..today for some reason is
especially hard for me..as the holiday season has begun and as Christmas
is approaching i find it very difficult to accept that you wont be here
with me and the family. i keep thinking about all those times when we
were little and we would help you go get the Christmas tree and you
would always let us pick out whatever one we wanted. i also cant forget
all the years i wrote to santa and was so excited because my daddy was
the one who sent the letters to Santa personally! :) i miss you so much
dad. i love you soo much too..more than you ever knew...life just isnt
right without you, but i know you'll make it better...you always do.
love you bobo (jody joy) |
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jodell dragon (vacaville, CA)
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me |
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November 29, 2007 |
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Mont,
It's me your "favorite" little brother. Happy Birthday. Today
I had the blues. I continue to miss you a lot. I escaped for a little
alone-time and slipped in the Best of E.W.F. cd in my ride and just
spent some time alone singing falsetto with you to the slow jams. I know
it was you today when my work pager out of nowhere just beeped and
erased all of the numbers I had stored, even though they were locked and
protected! No problem though brah. Keep on with your teasing... I love
it. Please give all of our loved one's in heaven a big hug for me. Thank
you for all of the signs letting me know that there IS an after-life.
Love and miss you enough to proudly cry in public...
Jimmy |
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Jimmy Dragon (Aliso Viejo,
CA)
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me |
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November 28, 2007 |
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Happy Birthday Monte…
Monte I can’t believe that just a year ago we were celebrating your
birthday at BJ’s.. Ever since the first day I meet you, you always
welcomed me and treated me as if I was one of your kids. And I thank you
for that. You have no idea how nervous I was meeting you for the first
time because Crystal told me you were a personal trainer and that you
were really protective of her. But we hit it off and within a week I got
in trouble for coming home late because we were playing SSX on
Playstation 2 too late on a school night. Whenever I hung out with you I
knew I was going to have a good time because you were so full of energy
and life.
Words can’t describe how much you are missed here. I know your in a
better place and no longer suffering but I feel so selfish because I
wish you were still here. You always had a way of lighting things up
with a joke and making everyone feel comfortable when you were around.
Your girls were lucky to have a dad who loved them as much as you did.
Over the six years that I’ve known you did anything and everything for
your girls to make sure they were happy and taken care of.
I will always cherish our talk we had during my visit with you while you
were staying in Evergreen. I will always remember the good times that we
shared together at Cache Creek, the gym, our Tuesday and Thursday
breakfast outings, our trips to get new dvds, and numerous family
gatherings.
Well today we will celebrate your birthday the way I know you would want
us to, by eating good food and having a good time. I know you won’t be
there physically but I know some how you will let us know that you are
there with us celebrating your life and birthday.
I love you and miss you
DiJon Walker |
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DiJon Walker (Vacaville, CA)
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me |
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November 28, 2007 |
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Happy Birthday Brother! I miss you
soo much. There's still not a day when I don't think about you. I miss
us jammin and partying together.
I know that you're up there in heaven dancing with the stars and
mother(Even though I don't watch that show).
You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Someday we will meet
again. Say hi for me to dear mother, cousin Leo, Cousin boy John, Auntie
Zeny, Lolas, and all our beautiful family I truly miss.
I love you Bro,
Your Kuya Manny |
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Manuel Dragon (Daly City, CA) |
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November 28, 2007 |
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happy birthday daddy!!!! i miss you
and love you!
<3 jody joy |
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November 28, 2007 |
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Happy birthday Cuz!
This Thanksgiving was not the same with you not here. I hope you are
having a blast up there with the familia. Thanks for watching over us
and you are still truly missed!!!! |
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Ernesto Llamado (Valley
Village, CA) |
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November 8, 2007 |
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hey dad! wish me luck and please
watch over me tomorrow! i love you and miss you!!!
<3 bobo |
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jodell dragon (vacaville, CA)
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me |
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September 30, 2007 |
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My deepest sympathy and prayers to
the Dragon family. I've known Monty since elementary school, and we have
been friends ever since. I want him to know I miss him and I'm terribly
sadden not being there for him in his last days. But i know he's with
our Lord now and that he is in a better place. His smiles and memories
will always live on with me. For, we have had some good times together.
Love and kisses to all the Dragon family.
Jaime Ybona |
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James Ybona (Tracy, CA)
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me |
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August 22, 2007 |
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hi
daddy...so i know you know i got a new job at claim jumper...and i know
that you know i've been really stressed out about a lot of things...but
i make it through because of you...i
love you so much dad...miss you.
<3 bobo |
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Jodell Dragon (Davis)
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me |
| July 31, 2007 |
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I miss you, and miss hanging with all
our circle of friends!
Always,
JB |
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Narciso Cinco Bautista, Jr
(Daly City, CA) |
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July 1, 2007 |
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hi monte,
Although i only new you for a short year and in that time i was able to
bond with you..n learn from you...the one thing that i learned from you
and what stands out in my mind the most..is a man who loved his
daughters...I just wanted to let you know that i will do everything i
can..and beyond to do what you asked of me in your last days "take
care of your baby"...I will, I PROMISE...we will all miss you so
much...you touched alot of people,by just being monte...know that im one
of them...I love you..and I'll see you on the other side...GOD BLESS |
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Warren Chew (Fairfield, CA)
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me |
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June 29, 2007 |
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What you about to read is true and it
all started on Jun 24th. Please read on and let this be a positive sign
that Monte is "working" his magic from heaven...I went to the
video store to return a DVD Thelee (my wife) and I rented. There were no
videos on the shelf I was interested in watching. However, one video
cover caught my attention. It was titled: “Daddy’s Little Girls”.
There was a man on the cover with 3 little girls in his arms. It
reminded me of Monte and his daughters. I picked up the DVD case and
turned it over to read what the story line was. I started to read and
the first words on the written summary were as follows: “Monty (a
struggling mechanic) tries to make ends meet while raising 3 daughters
on his own….”!!!!I totally tripped out and got "chicken
skin" (aka goose bumps). I although the story line really didn't
match up in-line with Monte's and his daughters, I had to rente it and
just had to watch it out of curiousity. I brought the movie home and
Thelee and I started to watch it. It turns out that "Monty"
worked at "Willie's Garage". Coincidentally, my uncle Willie
and past few days before I rented the movie was calling me daily ever
since Monte's funeral. This is the first time in my entire life that my
uncle Willie and I talked man-to-man. I only watched about 15 minutes of
the movie since it was around 12am and I had work the next day. Here's
the kicker...when I got home the next day, Thelee asked me if I finished
the movie. I told her that I didn't. She watched a little more of the
movie that day and asked me "Do you know what the name of the
character in the movie is?" I said "of course, it's
Monty". She said "yeah...but do you know is full name?" I
didn't know the answer. Thelee told me..."It's MONTY
JAMES"!!!!!whoa I got the chicken skin again and I just knew it was
too coincidental not to be a message sent from Monte to me. In my car I
keep funeral memorial cards from those funerals of my loved ones just
for "good luck and reminders" in my driver-side sun visor. I
have about 5 cards including Monte's. The day following the DVD
incident, I was driving to work and just thinking about Monte. I started
to slow down for a redlight at the intersection and suddenly one (and
only one) fell from my visor onto my lap. It was Monte's!!! The one with
the praying hands. I truly believe these were all legitimate signs from
Monte just to let me (and those I share this story with) that he's made
it and is watching over me (and you). His legacy with live on....peace
to you and your families. |
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Jimmy Dragon (Aliso Viejo,
CA)
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me |
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June 26, 2007 |
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hi
daddy! its bobo..i miss you soooo much..i know you know i cry every day
and night about you going away, but even though i cry all the time i
know it was time to go for you. i know everyone says it'll be ok...but
no...im not ok...im nowhere near being ok.. a lot has gone on since
youve been gone and i couldnt wish more for you to be here for me..you
never hesitated to help me or support me when i needed you...even if
you were mad at me for something i did...your unconditional love will
be something i will truly miss about you...you did everything and
anything you could to help me and the girls out even if that meant
putting your own obligations aside. there will be so many moments in my
life that i just dont want you to miss! i feel as if i am just mad at
the world for taking you away, its just not fair, but life isnt fair
right?? i know i never really talked to you about how you felt about
your cancer, but watching you go through it had to be one of the
hardest things i've evr had to watch. IF THERE WAS ANYTHING I COULD
HAVE DONE TO TAKE THE PAIN AWAY I WOULD HAVE DADDY. i go through the
hardships in my life and i realize that you are my hero because life
wasnt always easy for you, and even through sickness you stayed as
strong as you could for me and the girls. i hate that you had to go
through what you had to, but...i dont even know what to say because i
could never survive the way you did.i remember the day i found out that
you had a tumor in you'rekidney. i couldnt help but think "oh my
gosh,
this could be it'". however dad, i tried to stay as positive as
possible. i felt that you were meant to survive for a very long time
becuase of all the pain, surgeries, stress, and just all the hardships
you had already survied. yes, i admit, i am mad inside at the fact that
you had to go through all the painful surgeries, medications and
everything else and you're not here with me today. i feel that your
gonna blow up my cell phone, but then sadly rmemeber that i will never
have to press the number 6 on my phone to speed dial you, or get
annoyed that you just called me 20 times within two minutes. i know
you're in a better place now, but my world without you just doesnt feel
right. there is this emptiness that will never leave me until i meet
with you again...but i know that you will be watching over me. you
know...a lot of people say im just like you...and that must be a good
thing becuase i can see you were well loved. you woldnt beleieve how
many people came out to see you daddy. i met so many people from your
childhod and i can honestly say im proud that your my dad. i also learn
somethings about you that i never knew...im glad that even though you
are gone, i still learn and feel as if i am getting to know you. im
growing up dad, and as i do, i wish and pray that you were still here
with me to share it. no one could ever replace you. i know you know
that i feel a lone sometimes, but then i think of you and yes i cry
because i know how good it felt that you were there whenever i was
feeling alone and how that just isnt so anymore. there is so much more
i could say but as i write to you more and more the more the tears pour
and pour. i love you so much daddy. your last words to me were "hi
baby
i love you"...and i could never forget that. life right now is hard
on
me...things just seem like they dont want to go my way..but i know your
there for me to pull me through. when they say it rains it pours. but i
know you will soon shine the sun on me. i love you daddy, please dont
ever forget that. i miss you so much. peanut says hi grandpa and he
loves you too.
love, jodell joy dragon "ur look alike" |
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jodell dragon (davis, CA)
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June 24, 2007 |
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I am so sorry I was unable to attend
any of the services for Monte as I was on a ten day vacation that
started the day I heard the news. But I am very grateful to have had the
opportunity to see Monte and say my goodbyes just a week before.
Although we didn't keep in touch, I'll always remember the special times
when we lived in the same neighborhood and hung out together all the
time at both of our houses for a few years. My sincere condolences to
the entire Dragon family. |
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Dori (Gutierrez) Shafer
(Pleasant Hill, CA)
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me |
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June 23, 2007 |
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Take comfort in knowing that now you
have a special guardian angel to watch over you. |
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Grace Pagtakhan (Vallejo, CA) |
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June 21, 2007 |
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I was glad that I was able to go to
the vigil services and to the funeral. After listening to everyone's
stories, I feel that I know Monte even more than when he used to hang
out at the Gutierrez cousins' house on Acacia St. in Daly City or when
he would come to one of the huge Calloway family reunions or my dad's
75th birthday party. The coming period will be hard, but please know
that you have the support and thoughts of all your friends and family
members, like us Gutierrez cousins. |
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Lisa Gutierrez Guzman (Daly
City, CA)
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me |
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June 20, 2007 |
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monte
i was just thinking about you yesterday.i'm so sorry i did not keep in
touch. rest in peace.
terry |
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TERRY JOVEN (STOCKTON, CA)
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me |
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June 19, 2007 |
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To the Dragon family,
We just found out today about Monte's passing & this news saddened
us. We would like to express our deepest sympathy to your family. Our
prayers are with you at this time of grief. The Dragons are like family
to us & we will really miss Monte. Just last year he even went to my
mom's funeral. Life simply just is so short & uncertain. |
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Zenen Wong (Fairfield, CA)
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me |
| June 19, 2007 |
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Monte, I know that we layed you to
rest yesterday, but the tears won't stop flowing.
Your Brother,
Paul
Paul Trapani (Concord, CA)
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June 19, 2007
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Goodbye
old friend. We would have celebrated our 49th birthday this
year. 38
years sure has gone by quickly since we first met. Roger, Joel,
you and
I (4 Muskateers)had some great adventurous times. Now Joel and I
are
left. Your Good Close Childhood Friend.
Paul R. Valdez Jr. |
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Paul Valdez (Hayward,
CA)
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me |
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June 18, 2007 |
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May your hearts soon be
filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you
celebrate a life well-lived. |
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Rudy Villarina
(Hercules)
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me |
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June 18, 2007 |
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Monte, after hearing of your
departure, stepping off this earth my heart was sadden and
heavy, but, remembering you, your smile, the sound of your
laughter and the many good times together us playing softball on
the "Touch" softball team with your brother Manny and
the rest of our brothers, going skiing together in a snow storm
and especially playing cards, so, so many years ago, lighten my
heart and saying to myself, I was blessed to know you and love
you. You will be missed my brother. My condolences to the Dragon
family, Manny and Monte's daughters. ALOHA..ALOHA NUI LOA
KAMA'AINA |
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Wayne Acero-Giles
(Concord, CA)
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me |
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June 18, 2007 |
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The Dragon Family,
You're the Best! We will miss Monte very much. We will always
keep him in our hearts. Much Love! |
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Alex, Arlene Daguman
Fresnoza Family (Daly City, CA) |
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June 18, 2007 |
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I'm very sorry to hear about
the loss of Monte. He was a wonderful person and I will miss he
laughter! He was a great friend to me during our Millennium
SportsClub years. |
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Jennie Crouse
Massello (Sacramento, CA)
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me |
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June 18, 2007 |
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As a military family, we have
the opportunity to be blessed with meeting some extaordinary
people. Monte was one of them. I worked with Monte at Millenium
Sports Club during our assignment in Vacaville. I remember Monte
as kind hearted, fun loving and always a joy to be around. Our
thoughts and prayers are with your family. |
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Cindy & Dan
Pixley (san antonio, TX)
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me |
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June 18, 2007 |
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Deepest heartfelt condolences
to the Dragon family. Montano, just seeing your picture, I
remember that mischievous smile. God bless your family and we
know you're watching over them. |
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Lora Lee "Lolly"
Del Rosario (San Pablo, CA)
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me |
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June 17, 2007 |
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Monty,
You will truly be missed. I had the pleasure of knowing you for
8 years and have been excepted into ur family in that time. You
have three amazing daughter and although you are now gone from
this earth your mark has been left in them. You and Barbera have
done an amazing job raising them. We all will miss you and I
will promise you that I will be here always for your daughters.
I thank you for blessing me with the honor of knowing you and
being welcomed into your family. God Bless and much love. |
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Jose Camacho Jr
(Vacaville, CA) |
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June 17, 2007 |
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Dear Dragon Family,
My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you at this time of loss
and sorrow. May your memories and faith bring you comfort. |
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Joanne Machado-Almario
(San Bruno, CA)
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me |
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June 17, 2007 |
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Monte was a true friend, as
we all know. I will cherish the time I had with him. We worked,
played, danced and laughed! May your family be comforted in this
time. |
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Bo & Robin
Boubelik (Vacaville)
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me |
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| June 17, 2007 |
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Happy Fathers Day! You did your best
at hanging in their for our girls but it was time to go. I will miss you
dearly |
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Barbara (Pleasant Hill)
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me |
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June 17, 2007 |
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I will remember Monte as a fun
loving, and happy person. I worked with him in the fitness department at
Millennium and I can say, we were a big family up there. Thanks for the
salsa dance Monte! I will pray for the healing and comfort of your
family. |
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Gina & Vern Pickett
(Vacaville, CA)
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me |
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June 17, 2007 |
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My prayers are with you. May God
comfort you through this difficult time. I worked with Monte at the
sports club, and he always made me laugh. He made me feel so welcome
when I first joined the fitness department. During one of my personal
workouts, he came by and adjusted my resistance on the cardio machine to
make it tougher. He thought that was funny. And, I also remember him (in
a lovingly way) giving me a bad time for my weight gain while pregnant
with my daughter. I really enjoyed working with and knowing him. He will
be missed. |
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JOYCE MITCHELL (VACAVILLE,
CA)
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me |
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June 16, 2007 |
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Dear Monte,
I will always remember you as my friend and the fun. You had great
energy and will miss you always.
Your friend, |
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Frank Chun (So. San
Francisco, CA)
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me |
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June 16, 2007 |
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Montie, I enjoyed working with you
for the 12 years I was at the Rodeo P.O. My sympathy to Crystal,Justine,
and Jodell and the Dragon family. We had some good times at your home
when you lived in Hercules. |
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Mrs. Kay Quillin (Pinole, CA)
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me |
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June 15, 2007 |
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To our Dearest Friend Monti,
we will miss you so,and thank the Lord that you are in good hands.
With all of our Love and deepest
Sympathies.......
BOBBY&CECILIA LABRADO |
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BOBBY &CECILIA LABRADO
(SACRAMENTO, CA)
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me |
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June 15, 2007 |
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i love and miss you daddy |
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justine Dragon (pleasant
hill, CA)
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me |
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June 15, 2007 |
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One is never prepared for the loss of
life. When the loss is one that is family, it tends to hit a little
harder. Just know that you are in our hearts and prayers and that your
presence will be missed by many. We know that you are with us in spirit
and that you are in a better place now. We'll miss you cousin!
Love,
Reynald, Patricia, Lorena, Miguel and Alejandro |
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Reynald Dragon (El Paso, TX)
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me |
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June 15, 2007 |
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Want to send my condolences to the
Dragon family, & know my thoughts & prayers are with all of you
at this of mourning. Every time I would run into him he would always
have a big smile on his face, that’s how I will remember him. |
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Jonathan Magno (Vallejo, CA)
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me |
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June 15, 2007 |
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Although it's hard for all of us, we
know you are now at peace and at the side of all our departed loved
ones. We'll miss your laughter, your singing, your fierce competition,
your never-ending love and YOU! We love you cuz! P.S. We'll keep an eye
out for the girls as we promised! |
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Marie Dragon-Gumabo &
Family (Fairfield, CA)
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me
| June 15, 2007 |
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May God bless the Dragon
family in this time of sorrow.
My prayers and thoughts are with you. |
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Donna Julian (San
Francisco, CA) |
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June 15, 2007 |
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My heartfelt sympathy goes
out to the entire Dragon family and to Monti's circle of
friends. I wish you comfort in all of your days ahead, and that
much of that comfort will be from your memories you share with
Monti. |
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Cathy Pacheco (San
Francisco, CA)
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me |
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June 15, 2007 |
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Our thoughts and prayers are
with you and your family.
Love,
Jodel(Cacas)Ravelo & Family |
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Jodel Ravelo (San
Bruno, CA)
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me |
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June 15, 2007 |
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Cuz,
Just seeing your picture makes me so sad that you are not here
but I know you are in spirit. I will always remember those times
when we always spoke at least once a week to share our life
experiences and I will never forget those times that we always
had to bet against each other whether it was a sport or a card
game. I think we both ended up 50/50 but it was well worth the
gamble..hehehe. Please say hello to your mom, Lola Bebang, Lola
Mary, Lola Ina, Lolo Ting, Auntie Zeny, Auntie Leila, Auntie
Alice and Uncle Oding. You will always have a special place in
my heart and I will miss you! Love you cuz!!!!! |
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Ernesto Llamado
(Valley Village, CA) |
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June 14, 2007 |
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Monte, if they only had
emails in heaven you know I'd be bugging you, but know that I
love you. I know you are at peace and happy and with mom, Lola
Bebang, & even my sis Arleen welcoming you. Love, Terry
(Simon), & Bernard |
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Terry Simon (Daly
City, CA, CA)
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me |
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June 14, 2007 |
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With deepest sympathy |
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Loren &Lorraine
Moeller (Lincoln, CA) |
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June 14, 2007 |
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No matter how prepared one
can be, the loss of someone special to us can be very trying.
Wishing the Dragon family as much peace and strength as possible
during this difficult time....Monte, you are greatly missed, but
we know you are now safe. God bless! |
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Janette Guevara
(Moraga, CA)
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me |
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June 14, 2007 |
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My condolences to the familia.
I've known Monte for years, and he was one of my daughter's (Eleia
Oronos Samonte) godfather. Our hearts go out to you at this time
and in the days ahead. He will be deeply missed and I know he's
in a better place now. May God bless you and your family in this
time of sorrow. |
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Evelyn (Alameda, CA) |
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June 14, 2007 |
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Barbara, Crystal, Jodell and
Justine and Dragon Family: we are so truly sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love the Rom
Family |
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Agnes Rom (Benicia,
CA)
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me |
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June 14, 2007 |
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Monti - we will miss you alot
since Brighton St. Kids are grown and they will be okay. Peace
be with you |
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Elvie Corpuz
(Hercules, CA)
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me |
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| June 14, 2007 |
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Thank-you for loving us. Your
friendship was a gift we will treasure forever. |
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Gary+Susan Moeller (El
Sobrante, CA) |
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June 14, 2007 |
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To the Dragon Family: Our deepest
sympathies on the loss of Monte. Always remember that you have the
loving support of many families and friends to help you through this
difficult time. May our prayers and love give you strength and comfort.
With all of our love. |
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Bobby and Debbie Ramos and
Familiy (Daly City, CA)
Contact
me |
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June 14, 2007 |
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To the Dragon Family: Please know
that our sympathies & prayers are with you all doing this difficult
time. May the love and support of all who loved Monte and his entire
family bring you strength. Our love to you always. |
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Bobby and Debbie Ramos and
Family (Daly City, CA)
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June 14, 2007 |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you
in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. |
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May Sanchez (Vallejo, CA)
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June 14, 2007 |
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Even as the years passed, our lives
unexpectedly intersect again and again, and we would take advantage of
the opportunity to catch up with news about family and friends. Monti,
your smile was infectious and I shall miss it greatly. |
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Derek Colvin (Benicia, CA) |
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June 14, 2007 |
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May God bless you and your family in
this time of sorrow. Monte will truly be missed. |
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Maddy Lime (Vacaville, CA)
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