Natividad "Naty" Ancheta

Born on Christmas Day in 1937 in the Philippines, Natividad was the daughter of the late Isidra Calaparan and Timoteo Agarpao. In 1979, she courageously began a new chapter by immigrating to the United States, settling first in Santa Clara before making her home in Modesto, California.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Marcos Andres, and her second husband, Domingo Ancheta.

She leaves behind a legacy of love through her nine children: Ramon, Esmeraldo, Rolando, Myrna, Evelyn, Llorita, George, Marilou, and Marcos Jr., She had 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren She is also survived by a numerous amount of family and friends.

Naty will be remembered for her enduring faith, and the deep devotion she had for her family. She loved tending to her garden, proudly growing a variety of fruits and vegetables. Her favorite past-times were playing pusoy and mahjong. singing, fishing, clamming, and cooking Filipino food. She enjoyed traveling, often making frequent trips back to the Philippines, visiting family in Las Vegas, and playing slots in the casinos. She was also a healer by providing massages with her home-made natural remedies.

Her life was a beautiful reflection of resilience, kindness, and joy. She touched everyone who knew her and will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

A visitation for Naty will be held Monday, April 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM at Lima Family Santa Clara Mortuary, 466 North Winchester Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050. A funeral mass will occur Monday, April 28, 2025 at 11:00 AM at St Justin Catholic Church, 2655 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95051. Interment to follow at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery, 490 Lincoln St, Santa Clara, CA 95050.