Memories of Gustavo Orozco

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Gustavo Orozco

San Carlos, CA, USA

January 28, 1943 - April 8, 2020

Jan 28, 1943 - Apr 8, 2020

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Natalia Guillen

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Arnaldo Rodriguez

My sincere and deepest condolences to everyone. I am very saddened by Gustavo's passing.

I have many nice memories of him! Since I don’t have want to take too much time, there are only two I want to share now. This first one was a quick, but sweet and tender moment. A long time ago when he still lived in Colombia, he would fly over for Christmas. I remember him walking in through the front door at the Foster City apartment with the biggest smile. He would come in greeting everyone with so much love; especially his daughters (which he missed so much). Then almost immediately gave Caro, Cata and Nati gifts that he was eager to pull out of his suitcase. With a look of pure joy on his face, would hand each daughter a gift at time. As they received these gifts, their face lit up with so much happiness, love and graciousness! What I absolutely love about this moment is that it captures the pure love between father and daughters. Especially the pride and joy in Gustavo’s eyes. He always desired to give them the best that he could, from all of his heart. This to me was an unforgettable and precious.

I also remember a very important time Gustavo reached out to me, about a year after my father’s passing. He must have perceived my internal grief and he took a moment to reassure me that time will heal the pain. But that most importantly, to know that it was OK to move on and not let that sadness and grieve keep me from experiencing life. I remember that time stopped for a second... That was a grounding moment for me, and as hard as it was to hear at that time, he was right. I will always appreciate him reaching out and talking to me about something so delicate and personal.

I'll always carry with me the many wonderful memories we share throughout the years. I truly hope everyone finds comfort in the memories, family, friends and the love that will continue indefinitely. God Bless.

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Natalia Guillen

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Natalia Guillen

Thank you Arnaldito for these wonderful memories. My dad loved you so much and it was awesome seeing so... Read more Thank you Arnaldito for these wonderful memories. My dad loved you so much and it was awesome seeing so many pictures of you... Read more Thank you Arnaldito for these wonderful memories. ... Read more

Angelica Herrera

Carolina and family, my most heartfelt condolences to you all. Losing a family member is always difficult, its especially difficult when you cannot be in company of your loved ones. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the many memories of him bring you comfort in the days ahead and may you find peace through your faith.

With love,

Angelica Herrera

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Natalia Guillen

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Natalia Guillen

Thanks so much Angelica! It was nice to have you there with us and thanks for your beautiful words. Thanks so much Angelica! It was nice to have you there with us and thanks for your beautiful words. Thanks so much Angelica! It was nice to have you there... Read more

Carolina Reilly

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Natalia Guillen

This if from my dad's neighbor, Mike.

Gustavo,

I'm writing to you because I know you'll see this. And I know I'll see you again. I'm not in a hurry to see you(!) but I look forward to the day.

What a great pleasure it was to have you as a neighbor. You always had some interesting story to share. I appreciated your love for Mercedes. It was always nice to have you say what a beautiful carro we had.

Your attitude during cancer treatment was very admirable. Having a strong faith myself, I appreciated your reference to God and that he was in charge. I liked that you were satisfied with whatever outcome was in your future. I believe you've met our Heavenly Father by now and that he is very pleased with your work on earth and is happy to have you safely home.

Your leaving our little neighborhood has left a very big hole. I will miss our conversations, I'll miss your warning me to not leave the hood of the car open in case someone stole parts, I will miss having your little Honda parked next to us. I will miss seeing you sharply dressed and heading out for some adventure.

Thank you for the wonderful memories you've left me and Laurel. Not a single negative one among them. That's pretty amazing. I hope I can do as well with my friends and acquaintances.

See you soon, but not TOO soon!

Mike Feddock

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Carolina Reilly

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Arnaldo Rodriguez

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Andres Dussan

Colombia

I remember meeting my tio when i went back to visit Colombia. I was about 15 years old and i had the pleasure of staying in his home. I was a little nervous, thinking he was very strict...He couldn't have been nicer. I really felt at home, and there I learned everything about how living in Colombia really was. I LOVED IT. He spoke softly, always with respect, and never ever had a bad wardrobe day. It made me want to stay there. He is the sharpest dresser i have ever met, and seeing from all the pictures, this had always been the case. Not so much from me (if you see my pictures) but i have definitely picked it up now, partly from him i think. When i wear my suits and vests, and get told i am a sharp dresser, i remember tio Gustavo. Mostly, i found someone that liked Coca-Cola as much as i did! I remember how he would have one waiting for him at his night stand next to his bed. I will be having some Coca-Colas today in honor of my tio, and one waiting for me on my night stand.

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Natalia Guillen

Carolina Reilly

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Natalia Guillen

Oh cuz, this is the best memory ever!! He was indeed the sharpest dresser. I love this so much and love ... Read more Oh cuz, this is the best memory ever!! He was indeed the sharpest dresser. I love this so much and love you.Thanks!! Oh cuz, this is the best memory ever!! He was indeed... Read more

Sara Bueno

My deepest condolences to all of you. Caro, Cata and Nati, you are all so incredibly strong during a time of grieving that is compounded by the unprecedented times we are all living through. I know your dad is beaming with pride from above. He raised three truly amazing women!

I was incredibly moved by the memorial and my heart just aches for each of you. I love you all so much and send you a big enormous virtual hug!

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Natalia Guillen

Carolina Reilly

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Natalia Guillen

Thanks so much cuz and thanks for being there! Love you!! Thanks so much cuz and thanks for being there! Love you!! Thanks so much cuz and thanks for being there! Love... Read more

Kimya Stidum

Carolina and family,
My heart is with you all as you grieve the loss of your father. Know that you are prayed for and loved by so many. Lean on your faith and one another in those times when the pain of your loss seems too much to bear. God bless!
♥️ Kimya

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Carolina Reilly

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Natalia Guillen

Thank you so much Kimya! Thank you so much Kimya! Thank you so much Kimya!

Melinda Metzger

Gustavo was such a sweet and kind man. I could not have asked for a better neighbor than him. I will miss our door to door conversations and how every time I saw him he would always say “Melinda! It is so good to see you!” Even if I had just saw him that same morning. He was so vibrant and full of life. He would always check to make sure Gabriel and I were doing ok and would tell me “it’s time for you to find a husband.” 😄My son Gabriel and I will miss bringing him baked goodies when we would make cookies or banana bread, we always liked to share with him. Gustavo will always hold a place in our hearts and we send lots of prayers and our deepest condolences to his family and friends. ❤️

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Natalia Guillen

Carolina Reilly

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Natalia Guillen

Melinda - thank you so much for your beautiful words! Also for checking in on us and the talks we had these... Read more Melinda - thank you so much for your beautiful words! Also for checking in on us and the talks we had these past weeks as we were... Read more Melinda - thank you so much for your beautiful words!... Read more

Caroline Goldie

2019, Redwood City, CA, USA

Family BBQ

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Natalia Guillen

Carolina Reilly

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Natalia Guillen

Thanks Caroline!! Wish I had this one for the slideshow but glad we all get to see it here. Thanks Caroline!! Wish I had this one for the slideshow but glad we all get to see it here. Thanks Caroline!! Wish I had this one for the slideshow... Read more

Ligia Constanza

Debemos Superar nuestros miedos mientras todavía Podamos realizar las cosas con las que soñamos.
El duelo es el proceso por el cual atraviesa una persona ante la muerte de un ser querido o frente a cualquier otra pérdida considerada significativa en su vida.

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Natalia Guillen

Carolina Reilly

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Natalia Guillen

Gracias tia por acompañarnos y por estas palabras tan lindas! Te quiero mucho. Besos y abrazos! Gracias tia por acompañarnos y por estas palabras tan lindas! Te quiero mucho. Besos y abrazos! Gracias tia por acompañarnos y por estas palabras tan... Read more

Maribel Davila

2017, San Francisco, California, EE. UU.

Gustavo y Maribel(la experiencia del tren)

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Maribel Davila

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Carolina Reilly

Maribel Davila

2017, San Carlos, California, EE. UU.

El 03 noviembre me dice Gustavo , Amor hoy vamos a San Francisco en Tren, yo le respondí , ok mi Amor, caminamos desde la casa a la estación del tren nos íbamos riendo por todo el camino, miramos aque hora llegaba nuestro tren, y en 10 minuto llegaba, precisó el tren llegó , nos subimos cuando el tren recorrió varios minutos las personas se bajaban en cada parada , en el tren nos quedamos 3 personas , cuando de repente el tren se movía en sentido contrario, y le preguntó a Gustavo, mi Amor por que el tren cambio sentido contrario , el me dijo es que debimos bajarnos y se me pasó por ir hablando sonriendo me dijo: Amor te voy a decir algo, ya yo iba nerviosa, y cuando de repente me dice aquí los trenes no llevan maquinista ellos funcionan computarizados, mi corazón ❤ se me quería salir, del miedo y sentir a la velocidad que este iba sin maquinista, me quería morir, el sonriente me decía mi Amor Relájate todo está bien , yo estoy aqui, mi corazón latía más rapido . Al fin llegamos a nuestro destino, cuando me bajé descanse y le pregunté de verdad mi amor íbamos sin maquinista , el sonriente si Amor, y Yo, jajajajajaja es enserio mi Amor. No lo podía creer que me había montado en un tren sin maquinista, después que pase esa experiencia nos reíamos pero yo creo que yo reía era del susto que había experimentado,jajajajaj. Llegamos al consulado pero yo solo pensaba en volverme a subir en ese tren me daba panico. Finalmente llegó el momento de regresar a casa, me hice la fuerte, pero en realidad estaba muerta del miedo, nunca en mi vida había sentido tanto miedo como ese dia. Llegamos a casa y el me pregunta mi amor que tal ma experiencia que vivimos hoy yo le dije bien mi amor , pero lo único es que te digo yo no me subo nunca más en mi vida en un tren sin maquinista, el no paraba de reír , jajajajaja yo le dije en serio mi Amor estaba muy asustada apenas me dijiste que no había maquinista, que susto🙄 Y me pregunto Amor quieres ir otra vez en tren ? No mi Amor, gracias yo paso, jajajajajaajajaj, ese día nos reímos como nunca, a si pasamos varios días recordando esa experiencia 😁😁😁😁. Esa fue una buena experiencia juntos 😘😘😘

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Natalia Guillen

Me encanta! Pero creo que mi papi te estaba tomando del pelo porque todos los trenes tienen conductores! ... Read more Me encanta! Pero creo que mi papi te estaba tomando del pelo porque todos los trenes tienen conductores! Jajaja 🤣😁 por lo menos... Read more Me encanta! Pero creo que mi papi te estaba tomando... Read more