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16/09/2017 - Rocklin, CA, EEUU

Desgraciadamente René nos ha abandonado pronto, joven, después de una dura batalla estos últimos años contra el cáncer. Vasco-californiano descendiente de Ezterenzubi, en la Baja Navarra, deja muchos familiares y amigos afligidos, una buena parte de ellos en las comunidades vascas de Estados Unidos, en las que participó desde niño, en la klika de San Francisco, en la Euskal Etxea, en los picnics y fiestas vascas, en los que tocó en numerosas ocasiones la batería en verbenas y romerías. Recién había finalizados de grabar con sus amigos del grupo Amerikanuak el disco 'Azkenean', que pasa ahora a ser un último homenaje y recuerdo póstumo.

Un fuerte abrazo y nuestras más sentidas condolencias a su mujer Rosemary (Etchamendy) Caballero, a sus hijos Amaia y Anthony, a su madre Juanita, a sus tíos y primos, y a todos sus familiares y amigos.

Al momentos de escribir estas líneas no ha salido aún su obituario, pero podemos sí señalar que los el rosario y funerales y el posterior entierro se llevarán a cabo el próximo lunes 25 de septiembre a partir de las 10:00 horas en la iglesia de St Peter y St Paul en Rocklin, California.

Besarkada bero bat, René. GB.

Ver http://heritageoaksmemorialchapel.tributes.com/obituary/show/Rene-Caballero-105214167

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El Basque Cultural Center -Gure Euskal Etxea de San Francisco ha publicado esta nota en su Facebook:

Rene Caballero was a beautiful soul, whose love for life will always be remembered by his family and friends. Rene was born on March 20, 1971 in San Francisco, CA to Raymond and Juanita. During his life, he caused a ton of smiles and a few gray hairs. He was a talented drummer, hard worker, a great friend, and boy was he fun! 
In December 1999, he married the love of his life, Rose Marie. Their daughter, Amaia, and son, Anthony, were blessed to have a father who would do anything for them. Through his example, they were taught the values of hard work and dedication to family. Together they made beautiful memories, camping, fishing, attending Basque festivals, or just hanging out. He was a thoughtful husband, father, and friend. Rene may have been an only child but will be dearly missed by many brothers and sisters. Those who were lucky enough to call him family or friend will forever cherish their time with him. 

Rene battled cancer like a warrior for three years; always putting on a brave face so as to not worry those around him. He fought through and continued to work to the very end. He even found energy to play drums for others and DJ to keep the party going. 

On September 16, 2017, heaven gained an angel named Rene. He will be terribly missed and forever in our hearts. He is preceded in death by his father (Raymond), his great uncle (Gus) and great aunt (Juana). He is survived by his wife (Rose Marie), children (Amaia and Anthony), mother (Juanita), cousin (Rosemary and Fred), many cousins, in laws (Martin and Maria Teresa), sister in laws, brother in laws, and nieces and nephews. 

The service will be held at SS. Peter and Paul Church, 4450 Granite Drive, Rocklin, Ca 95677. The ceremony at Rene's final resting place will follow at Newcastle Cemetery, 850 Taylor Road, Newcastle, CA. A reception will immediately follow at SS. Peter and Paul Church hall. Since Rene has worked so many years serving the community, a scholarship fund has been created by Rocklin Unified School District. In lieu of flowers, if you would like to contribute, you can do so by going to any SAFE Credit Union location. Contributions must be delivered in person and should be labeled Rene Caballero Scholarship Fund, Acct.#100118115. If you have any questions, please call SAFE at 916-979-7233 and ask for Ashley Ford.

Slide show en recuerdo a René realizado por Peter Franks: