Maria Delia Zavala

Maria Delia Zavala, age 86, of Farmington, CA passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 16, 2024 surrounded by her beloved kids and grandchildren, and their spouses, at Memorial Hospital. As a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother, she was known as "Mom" and "Nana," by everyone.

Born on December 16, 1937 in Durango, Mexico, Delia was the daughter of Regino and Concepcion Rios. She grew up in rural Mexico before moving to California where she pursued a lifelong career in farm and cannery labor. Delia married Atilano Zavala in October 30, 1966, and together - with unconditional love and support - they raised eight children and two of their grandchildren. Through hard work and sacrifice, she was committed to providing a bright future filled with opportunity for each and every one of them, to lay the foundation of success for generations to come.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to all close and extended relatives and friends for their compassion and prayers during Delia's final days. Through cherished memories and traditions, the family will find peace and comfort.

Delia is proceeded in death by her husband, Atilano Zavala, children, Atilano Zavala Jr., Elvia Gonzalez, and son in law, Jose Garcia.

She is survived by her children, Jorge (Elvira) Gonzalez, Rafaela Garcia, Magdalena (Jose) Canela, Maria Zavala, Andres (Gennifer) Zavala, Carol (Carlos) Furtado, daughter in law, Angelica Zavala, 15 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Oakdale on Monday, November 25, 2024. Rosary will begin at 9:30 a.m. and Mass will follow at 10 a.m. A burial will proceed at St. John's Cemetery in Escalon where she will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church.

May Delia - a beloved Mom and Nana - rest in peace and find eternal joy in the presence of our Lord and as a guardian angel over her loved ones.