- R
In March of 2019 Lucio Cueva, my daddy, was diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive cancer- Cholangiocarcinoma, stage 4. Lucio was determined to fight. He told me repeatedly that he didn’t feel that it was his time and he would do everything he could to survive and stay with me. He had barely started preparing for treatment when he was diagnosed with a serious infection. Lucio passed away due to sepsis on April 9th, 2019 in Oroville surrounded by friends and family.
My dad was a spark plug. He was full of laughter and light. He always had a joke to share and was often found singing. His favorite thing to do was walk his ranch at sunset with his dogs and a glass of Chardonnay. He lived by his motto “Always do your part and a little bit more.” He was a father, a husband, a friend, and a beloved uncle. While sitting with him in the hospital, we were overwhelmed with the love and stories that family and friends came to share. Each person who visited gifted us with a story of how Lucio showed his love and supported them in their time of need- he was known for giving advice, helped many come to the United States, provided stable employment, helped others pay for school and driving classes, and was always there to provide a home or safe haven for his loved ones.
His loss was sudden and devastating for all those who loved him. My dad worked hard all his life to provide for and protect his family- in particular, me, his daughter Margie. No matter how hard you try, you can never be prepared for something like this. Our grief is profound and in some ways immobilizing.
Now that he has passed away, we are left to manage the remnants of his estate and settle his bills and pay for the memorial. I have had to take time off work which has made making ends meet very difficult. Generous family members have stepped forward to cover some costs but I know that this has caused a hardship. At this time we need help to pay for his cremation, reimburse those that paid for his services, and cover the mortgage and remaining bills of the estate for some time.
It is difficult to ask for support in this way. I know that many more are struggling more than we are. But please, if you are able, make a small contribution now and I commit to pay it forward when we are more stable.
With all my love,
Margie Cueva
My dad was a spark plug. He was full of laughter and light. He always had a joke to share and was often found singing. His favorite thing to do was walk his ranch at sunset with his dogs and a glass of Chardonnay. He lived by his motto “Always do your part and a little bit more.” He was a father, a husband, a friend, and a beloved uncle. While sitting with him in the hospital, we were overwhelmed with the love and stories that family and friends came to share. Each person who visited gifted us with a story of how Lucio showed his love and supported them in their time of need- he was known for giving advice, helped many come to the United States, provided stable employment, helped others pay for school and driving classes, and was always there to provide a home or safe haven for his loved ones.
His loss was sudden and devastating for all those who loved him. My dad worked hard all his life to provide for and protect his family- in particular, me, his daughter Margie. No matter how hard you try, you can never be prepared for something like this. Our grief is profound and in some ways immobilizing.
Now that he has passed away, we are left to manage the remnants of his estate and settle his bills and pay for the memorial. I have had to take time off work which has made making ends meet very difficult. Generous family members have stepped forward to cover some costs but I know that this has caused a hardship. At this time we need help to pay for his cremation, reimburse those that paid for his services, and cover the mortgage and remaining bills of the estate for some time.
It is difficult to ask for support in this way. I know that many more are struggling more than we are. But please, if you are able, make a small contribution now and I commit to pay it forward when we are more stable.
With all my love,
Margie Cueva