Maricela Monique Gastelo

40 years of age, passed away March 15, 2022.  We are all so heartbroken with the unexpected sudden passing of our "Chikie".  Anyone who knew her knows she was a happy person.  She greeted you with a warm tight hug and her beautiful smile, and some kind of nice compliment.  We already miss her so very much and know she will be watching over us from heaven.  Fly high Sissy, until we meet again.  Love you, God Bless you, bye!

Preceded in death by Grandmother, Rita Gastelo; Grandfather, Francisco "Chico" Gastelo; Stepmother, Lydia Gastelo; Nephew, Richard "Junior" Espinoza.

Survived by Fiancé, Abel Martinez; Parents, Betty Gomez and Peter Gastelo; Grandparents, Armida Lowe and Febronio Gomez; Daughters, Bettina Hardin, Araceli Hardin and Arabella Martinez; Son, Michael Loya, Jr.; Sisters, Michelle Alvarado (Jesus) and Melissa Espinoza (Richard); Brothers, Peter Jr. (Karolyne) and Sergio (Jackie); and Grandson, Elijah.