Rudolph âRudyâ Vera Obituary in Fremont at Fremont Memorial Chapel

Rudolph âRudyâ Vera

8/23/1923 - 5/5/2018

Obituary For Rudolph âRudyâ Vera

Rudy Vera Sr. returned peacefully to his heavenly home at the age of 94 on May 5, 2018 to join his beloved wife Alvina Reyna Vera. His devotion and his love for his family will forever be in our hearts.

His smile and kindness towards anyone he met are a blessing and legacy to leave to his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces.

He was born on August 23, 1923 in Kansas City, Missouri. Preceded in death by his parents Juan Vera and Guadalupe Trevino. Also, preceded in death by his sister Angelina (Mina) Kinson. Rudy served in the US Navy from 1941-1945 on the USS San Jacinto, USS Biscayne, USS Santee. He met and married the love of his life , Alvina Reyna on December 7, 1946 and was happily married for 67 years.

Rudy is survived by his children: Olivia/Daniel Hankemier, Richard/Santa Vera, Rudy Jr./Leslie Vera, John/Alice Vera, Linda/John Walden. He was loved by 12 grandchildren: Justina Vera, Nicole/Christian Fahlman, Heath/Bug Hankemier, Angela/Fred Peleseuma, Christy/Dave Martin, John/Jessica Hankemier, Andrew/Tina Vera, Gabriel Vera, Jason/Debbie Vera, Jesse/Gabby Vera, Lisa/Jake Mette, Jennifer/Kellan Parker. He was also adored by his 19 Great Grandchildren: Julian Ortiz, Sierra Brazil, Jesse Reynaga, Jocelyn Sedano Diaz, Janelle Hankemier, Theresa Martin, Gracie Martin, Ben Martin, Isaiah Peleseuma, Hayden Vera, Eric Mette, Darren Vera, Jacob Martin, Ethan Mette, Derek Vera, Riley Hankemier, Elijah (Ray) Hankemier, Mateo Vera, and Alyssa Vera. He is survived by his nephews: Marty/Brenda Sanchez, Carlos Sanchez, Eddie Sanchez, John/Jill Kinson, and Joe Kinson.

Also, many nieces and nephews.

He was an avid sports fan and loved all Bay Area teams but was partial to the Oakland Athletics and Oakland Raiders. He enjoyed watching his grandsons play baseball and soccer. If he wasn’t at the field he enjoyed watching the videos and looking at photos. He absolutely, loved golfing. He spent quite a bit of time golfing with his buddies, sons and grandsons. He had 3 Hole in One’s at Mission Hills in Hayward. Two of those were recorded ( 7-13-10 #7 & 6-17-14 #9) and placed on a plaque, hanging at the golf course. He enjoyed sitting outside, sipping on a Budweiser, listening to music and wave to people that passed by. Words cannot describe how much he loved his family, and the joy to see his grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought a smile to his face always. His beautiful eyes, smile and witty sense of humor will always be remembered.

Visitation will be on Thursday May 10 from 5-8PM, with a vigil service at 6:30PM at Fremont Memorial Chapel , 3723 Peralta Blvd. Funeral Mass will be on Friday, May 11 at 10AM at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 703 C Street Union City. Burial to Follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Hayward.

Deep in our hearts you’ll always stay, loved and missed every day.

Services

10 May

Visitation

05:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Fremont Memorial Chapel 3723 Peralta Boulevard Fremont, CA 94536 Get Directions »

10 May

Vigil

06:30 PM

Fremont Memorial Chapel 3723 Peralta Boulevard Fremont, CA 94536 Get Directions »

11 May

Burial

Holy Sepulchre Cemetery 26320 Mission Boulevard Hayward, CA 94544 Get Directions »

11 May

Funeral Mass

10:00 AM

Our Lady of the Rosary Church 703 C Street Union City, CA 94587 Get Directions »

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10/01/2021

Rudy & Leslie Vera

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10/01/2021

John Minjoulet

Rudy, and I used to hit golf balls in the back field at Duplex products! Rudy you were always nice to me, you gave me strength which you had plenty of. You always took the time to listen to me. When I would call you, your wife always let me talk to you. Rudy you were a Happy man, with laughter everyday. I know you are listening to me! See you on the other side! John Minjoulet
10/01/2021

Justina Vera

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Justina Vera

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Justina Vera

I remember our hikes around Pinecrest Lake, I remember laying on that big pillow with grandpa watching tv on Hartnell street, I remember coming down the street after work and grandpa was outside sipping on a beer , he saw me and tried to hide it. I pulled up and told him , ânice day for a beerâ I will remember him calling games and umpiring Julianâs game from the stands and teasing Isaiah about sitting in his recliner. I will remember that every time my brother Gabe came over, he forgot I was there. I will remember the unconditional love he had for my grandmother and our family. His beautiful eyes, infectious smile and humor will not be forgotten. I will cherish the memories of my childhood and of the last few years that I lived with him for a lifetime. I love you Grandpa Rudy !
10/01/2021

Linda Walden

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10/01/2021

Vera, Bev and Barbie

When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Rudy was a real treasure. He was never without a smile and a hug whenever we were with me. We loved to watch him try to tell a joke without laughing so hard he couldnt finish the joke. It's hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember.
10/01/2021

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Kenita Ferguson

Lit a candle in memory of Rudolph âRudyâ Vera
10/01/2021

Vera, Bev and Barbie

Rudy touched our lives in so many ways. Every time we were with him he had a smile and a hug for all. One of our fondest memory is Rudy trying to tell a funny joke or story, without cracking himself up. It is hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember. Vera, Bev and Barbie
10/01/2021

Karmen

Lit a candle in memory of Rudolph âRudyâ Vera
10/01/2021

Angela Vera Peleseuma

An amazing humble man, a big heart, a beautiful smile, a family man, great baseball coach . I could go on.... I love you grandpa and so blessed to have you in our lives for so long. See you heaven:heart:
10/01/2021

Marina Benavides

Arthur and I had a great visit with Uncle Rudy a couple of weeks ago. You are very blessed to have such wonderful parent's!
10/01/2021

Karmen

We were visiting Dan and Olivia in Watsonville, CA. Rudy and his wife were there. We were all sitting and talking in the sun room. Rudy saw his wife from the corner of his eye heading in our direction. He quickly took his beer and set it under his chair. 🙂 So his wife wouldn't see it.

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