Catalina Grijalva Valles Jan. 27, 1932 - Nov. 20, 2016Resident of San Jose, CaliforniaCatalina, beloved wife of the late José Lucero Valles, and loving mother of Velia, Kathy (John), Joseph (Amanda), Patricia (Peter) and Jerry (Tina), passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her children and loved ones on Sunday, November 20, 2016 at the age of 84. She was born on January 27, 1932 to Catarino and Maria de Jesus Grijalva in Glendale, Arizona. She was the oldest of eight siblings. She is survived by her cherished sister Ramona Boisse, devoted brother Jesus Barragan and loving prima hermana Arcelia Carreon. Catalina devoted her life to caring for her husband and family. As her children grew, she pursued many of her interests with infectious optimism and was an example to all of us. She continued her education, ran a licensed day care in her home, supervised children at Montgomery Elementary School in San Jose, worked for the Board of Elections, volunteered at San Jose Hospital, got involved with the Grail at her church, and enjoyed her hobbies, which included sewing, reading, writing letters, cooking, and visiting with family and friends. Nana will always be loved and remembered by her grandchildren Beto (Stephanie), Tai (Gil), Sarah (Lalo), Christine, Justin (Rocío), Peter, Jacqueline and Christine, her great grandchildren Anthony, Ariana, Phoenix, Pharah, Andrew, Alysta, Isaiah, Annalyah and Xavier, and many nieces, nephews, dear relatives and lifelong friends from near and far whom she adored. A visitation and rosary will be held at Campbell Memorial Chapel, 231 E. Campbell Avenue, Campbell, on Saturday, November 26th, from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. A graveside memorial will take place the following morning at 11:00 am at Oak Hill Cemetery, 300 Curtner Avenue, San Jose. View the online memorial for Catalina Grijalva Valles