This news of Mary Rico is shocking to me.She was my manager at Kaiser, San Jose, CA during 2005 and 2006. I moved out of state and I lost touch with her. Now, I am applying for a job,I am trying to find her online on Google search. This is terrible. I see her on an Obituary site.

Though , it was just an year my acquaintance with her, I always remembered her warm smile and encouragement in Accounting Dept at Kaiser.

Being a new immigrant to U.S.,and first job in a huge organization, she made sure I won't get lost.She treated me with high respect and gave me time to adjust to the dept. 

I am a Hindu from India, when I volunteered to take part in singing Christmas carols to Kaiser patients , she appreciated me for my religious tolerance and gave me a hug. 

Though , I do not know personally any of her family members, but , I am familiar seeing her grand kids pictures in her room. I am sure, Mary Rico will  be watching her family from heaven and keep blessing them.

Rest In Peace my dear manager Mary Rico. I Miss You Lady .....

Monica and family.  I just found out today September 27th of Mary's passing.  What a shock.  We had talked recently about her visiting Oregon, but she was a little put off because I have Rottweilers.  I know if we had had more time I would have convienced her to visit.  Again I am so sorry for your loss.

Mary was a special person, friend, like a mother to me, I miss her dearly ! My condolence to all family members. She spoke lots good things of the family in Utah, her mother, her daughter Monica and her grandson- when we walked. Now she is in a very special place, walking next to all of us ~

On August 15th, one month ago you left us, Mary.
I miss you so very much... I want to call you and ask you and talk like I used to :-(
Mom crys every single day!! I don't know how to comfort her when she's in Utah and I'm here. I wish I could hold her.
Mary, please send mom a sign that you watch over us every day.
Love, Your Baby Sister, Judy XO

Monica and Family, You have been in my thoughts daily. You know how much I loved Mary as she was very special to me and I know how much you all meant to her. She will never be forgotten and my life will never be the same with her loss. Take care. Mercedes Rossell

My deepest condolences on the passing of your extraordinary mother.  I met Mary when I was 16 years old starting a summer program at Kaiser.  She took me under her wing because my name was Monica just like her daughter.  On my birthday when asked how old I was I proudly said 17 years old and she quickly responded “What! I have shoes that old” She was such a great woman.  Motivating you when you needed motivation.  Her family was always priority especially her grandbabies.  I remember she use to call me every time she had new pictures of her family or a new drawing from her grandbabies.  I went on vacation once and left her my plant when I got back she told “I’m sorry it didn’t like me” and proceeds to show me the stem of the plant.  We laughed so hard for almost a week.  In the summer of 2010, I tried looking for her on the internet with no luck.  I wanted to say Hi and see how she was doing and of course ask if she was making some of those spicy pickles that I love.  It is with great appreciation that I had the opportunity to share laughter and tears with such a magnificent woman in this life time.  It saddens me that I will not get to say Hi to her one last time but I know that she will be such a remarkable angel as she was a person.

5 August, 2011
I believe that Mary will be her families Guardian Angel.
I know Mary(my cousin)was a good daughter to my Aunt Rae.  
My mother passed on 15 July, 1977.  I am sure my mom, uncle Jesse and grand mother were waiting to greet Mary with open arms. 
God Bless Mary and all her family.

To the loved ones of Mary Rico, I offer my deepest condolences. Your little sister Judy said you were an "angel". Please watch over and take care of her along with the rest of your family. May you rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

To the family and friends of Mary Rico---I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know Mary, but I know her little sister Judy, who shared with us all that Mary was an Earth angel before she became a heavenly angel. And so it was. I know you feel her presence, Judy, and she will ALWAYS be with you in spirit. God bless you all.

Dear Judy and family;
I was so shocked and saddened when you told me your sister was so ill. Such a blessing you were able to see her before she passed. How many beloved souls we have lost since we met in 2007, only four short years ago. Life is God's gift and we must love and appreciate all he has given to us in our time here. 
My prayers and thoughts are with you and yours.

To the family of Mary Rico, and my good friend Judy Maass-Gadwood, I am sorry for your loss and hope time will heal some of the hurt. Guardian Angels have funny ways of letting you know they are there, and at funny times - she'll do it, I guarantee it.

In memory of my Beloved Sister, Mary Rico.

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

I not only lost my beautiful sister, I lost a dear friend.
Mary and I used to love playig dolls and paperdolls. Yes, that long ago when life was simple.
She and I loved fashion. Mary would always see to it that I had shoes to match my outfits when I was in high school. In my senior year, I puchased a black and while parka.... she was so upset! She said I was going to buy you a really cute one, but you went and bought that!
I watched in awe as she got ready for her dates. She always had nice clothes and her make up was perfect.
I miss you, Mary!! Please be my Guardian Angel with my late husband, John Gadwood.
You are reunited with your son-in-law, Martin, whom you loved like a son.
You are reunited with Aunt Josephine and Uncle Jesse. You've met your still born sister; mom's first child who we never knew.
I love you always. Please visit me and let me know you are happy! Love, Judy Your Baby Sister.

Dear Monica, Jason and Families
Was so shocked to hear of your mothers passing. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep her in my prayers.

Monica, Jason and family.  So sorry to hear about your mother.  I just found out today from Mickey.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

OBITUARY

Mary Rico

June 3, 1943 – July 15, 2011

Lima Family Santa Clara Mortuary

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