Lucy Garcia Vasquez

January 26, 1944 - January 21, 2021

Lucy G. Vasquez, 76, passed away on January 21, 2021 at Fresno Community Hospital surrounded by two of her surviving adult children. She was the widow of Antonio C. Vasquez. They were married for 43 years. Born in Las Cruces, New Mexico, the daughter of Jose Madrid Garcia and Antonia Almanzar Garcia, she had ten siblings. Lucy graduated from Las Cruces High School in 1962 and married Antonio C. Vasquez in 1963. They would eventually leave Las Cruces and move to California. Lucy began working for Central Unified, first as a teachers aide, then Migrant Liaison, and finally Attendance Clerk. She retired after 25 years to help with her ailing husband. Lucy enjoyed taking long trips, spending time with her family, and going to the casino. She was an active member of the Guadalupanos at St. Lucy’s Catholic Church in Fowler. Lucy will always be remembered as cheerful and vibrant with a wonderful sense of humor. Lucy is survived by her five grown children, their spouses, and grandchildren. She was predeceased by Antonio C. Vasquez, husband; Paul-David Vasquez, son; and Michael Vasquez, son.