Chito Dueñas Zerrudo, age 73, of Gilbert, Arizona passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Chito was born in Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, in the Philippines. He attended the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines where he earned his Doctorate of Medicine to become a Psychiatrist. He was a member of the American Medical Association. Chito adored traveling with his wife, Eva, and caring for his beloved dog, Addie. He cooked exceptionally well, often preparing homemade Filipino dishes. He avidly gardened, which reflected his appreciation of nature, especially the flora and fauna of the Arizona landscape. He loved painting portraits of many beautiful settings and motifs based on his memory of his time in the Philippines. A gentle soul, kind and compassionate, Chito always put his love and affection for his family first and foremost, and in his own special and unique way gracefully blessed everyone he touched.
Chito was survived by his wife Eva O’Dell after 30 years of marriage. He was also survived by stepdaughter Stephanie Mayo; stepsons Richard Cranmer, Steven Mayo; sister Maybelle Z. Hladun (Stephen); Nephew Stephen Theodore Hladun; Niece Kristen Rose Hladun and other extended cousins and family. Chito was preceded in death by his sister Lourdesita Dueñas Zerrudo and parents Mauricio A. Zerrudo and Lourdes Dinavibas Dueñas.
The family would like to give special thanks to the medical staff at Gilbert Mercy Hospital and Chandler Regional Medical Center for their care and support for Chito and his family.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to charity of your choice:
Children’s International Make a Charitable Donation | Children International | Donate to Kids in Need | Child Sponsorship in Africa, India, South America, & USA (https://www.children.org/make-a-difference/donate) Or Arizona Humane Society Arizona Humane Society – Transforming Animal Welfare (azhumane.org)
A visitation for Chito will be held Monday, April 22, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Valley of the Sun Mortuary, 10940 East Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ 85248.
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