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Petra Gaspar Reyes

Posted 2025-12-08 by mhenderson
Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home & Crematory -
Lake Havasu City, Arizona -

Petra Gaspar Reyes, affectionately known as Mari or Viejita, was born on
April 16, 1944 in Las Minas Municipio de Arteaga, Michoacan, Mexico. Her
journey through life was a testament to her compassionate nature, humble
heart, and courageous spirit. Petra's loving soul touched many during
her 79 years, leaving an indelible mark on the world. Her faith was
paramount in her life, evident in her steadfast prayers to La Virgen de
Guadalupe. As stated in the Catholic Bible, "Let us not love with words
or speech but with actions and in truth." (1 John 3:18). Petra embodied
this verse, dedicating her life to working hard and helping others.

Petra's ambitious and persistent nature led her to the Sterlite
Corporation in Lake Havasu City, AZ, where she worked as an operator in
the manufacture of plastic container storage. Despite the challenges she
faced, Petra continued to move forward, overcoming obstacles with grace
and determination. She retired in 2017 after a fulfilling career, but
her passion for hard work never ceased. Petra's life was a testament to
the power of perseverance and the importance of family and friendship.
What mattered most to her was spending quality time with her loved ones
and lending a helping hand to those in need.

Petra is survived by her devoted husband, Jose Cosme, whom she married
on February 27, 1999, and her loving children, Rocio Beltran, Maria
Spegal, Jose Gomez Gaspar, Adan Gomez Gaspar, Eva Gomez Gaspar, Jose
Gaspar, Maria Townsend, and Martha Martinez. She was preceded in death
by her parents, Maria Medina and Jose Tapia. Petra's legacy will live on
in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know and love her.

We encourage friends and family members to share their cherished
memories of Petra on the memorial page and to upload photos that
celebrate her life. Her story is not only told through her achievements,
but also through the lives she touched. Let us remember Petra--her love,
her kindness, her humility, and her courage--as we celebrate her
remarkable life.

Services were entrusted to the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home. A
Visitation will take place at Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home on Friday, March
22, 2024 from 6 to 9 PM. Funeral Mass will take place at Our Lady of the
Lake Roman Catholic Church on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 10 AM. The
Graveside service will take place at Lake Havasu Memorial Gardens at
11:30 AM on March 23, 2024, with a reception to follow at Lietz-Fraze
Funeral Home at 12:30 PM.



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