Inocencio V. Camarillo's Obituary
Inocencio V. Camarillo entered the gates of Heaven on December 9, 2013. Inocencio left this world the same way he entered, surrounded by loving family.Inocencio was born on December 28, 1923, in Pueblo, Colorado, to adoring parents Miguel Camarillo and Ascencion Velasquez. At age five, Inocencio went to Mexico with his parents, where he remained until he returned to the United States in his teens. He first labored as a migrant worker until he found what would be his true calling, carpentry.Inocencio started his profession as a carpentry laborer, where his extraordinary gifts and talents quickly became noticed and resulted in his fast promotion to journeyman carpenter and soon thereafter, finish carpenter. Inocencio was truly blessed with the hands of a highly skilled carpenter, a craft he loved and excelled at his entire life, and was reflected in the numerous and magnificent homes he built throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Inocencio was a true artist and visionary who created and built the unimaginable with his hands. His works and creations – which include three homes built from the ground up—will remain with us for generations to enjoy and admire.Inocencio fully embraced life and the joyous times he spent with his brothers, Arturo, John and Evan, and his sister Celia. The love and bond shared amongst the Camarillos was tight and would remain strong throughout their lives. Inocencio, who was affectionately known to his friends as ‘Cammy,’ ‘Mr. C.’ or ‘Coto,’ enjoyed going to church and hearing the Word, dressed to the nines in an impeccable suit; he frequently led the congregation with his jubilant tambourine playing. He treasured socializing with the brothers and sisters of the church whom he lovingly referred to as his “second family.”Inocencio filled his days building things around the home, working on his collection of fine automobiles—which he took great pride in—and fine-tuning his vast array of clocks which adorned his home and chimed in unison upon the hour. Like clockwork, Cammy enjoyed a warm meal each evening at his favorite restaurant, Baldies Café, where he became a beloved fixture and favorite amongst the regulars and staff for his warm smile and friendly demeanor.In his later years, Inocencio took delight in sharing the story of how he “found” his companion, the mop top, shaggy haired dog that would bear his nickname, ‘Cammy.’ The two would become inseparable. Cammy loved his master and relished his home-cooked meals of steak, chicken and scrambled eggs. No dog ever had it so good.Inocencio leaves behind a number of adoring relatives, including devoted daughters, Alexandra and Armandina Camarillo, who were by his side until he entered eternal life; loving grandchildren, Erlinda Longoria, Amanda Talarico-Young, and Nathan Talarico; doting great-grandchildren, Andre Longoria, Jordan Vargus, Adrianna Candelaria, Dominick Candelaria; and great-great- grandchildren Amario Vargus and Neomaya Vargus. Inocencio, and the love he had for life, his family and many friends, will forever live on in our hearts and memories. Though our hearts are heavy, we find solace knowing that Inocencio walks alongside the Lord.Visitation was held on Friday, December 20th, 2013. from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, at Chapel of the Chimes Mission Chapel, 32992 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94544. A Funeral Service was also held on Saturday, December 21st, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am, again at Chapel of the Chimes Mission Chapel, 32992 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94544.Interment followed the funeral service at Chapel of the Chimes Memorial Park, immediately adjacent to the funeral home.
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