- Date Of Birth: 1920
- Date Of Death: 2012
- State: Michigan
Obituary of Jose E. Zapata
ZAPATA, Jose E. of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 17, 2012, surrounded by his loved ones. He was 92 years old. Jose E. Zapata was born on April 15, 1920 in San Marcos, Texas to the late Trinidad and Nieves (Esquivel) Zapata. He married Sophia Diaz; she preceded him in death on October 5, 1995. He later married Espranza Gomez on April 1, 2005; she survives him. Jose had been employed by General Motors Company providing over 25 years of service. He was a faithful member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church and the Senior Citizens Club. Jose loved shooting pool, telling stories, especially about his family. He has a tenacious memory. Jose also enjoyed watching baseball and Mexican music and dancing. Surviving besides his wife, Espranza; a son, Archie Zapata of Shreveport, LA; five grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; two sisters: Jaeintz (Mike) Vanagas and Gredoria (George) Castaneda; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Alejandro D. Zapata and a grandson, Zachary Zapata.
