Anna Marie Jauregui

On October 13, 1965, Erminia and Amado Jauregui were on their way to Tulare County General Hospital in Tulare, CA when suddenly Anna Marie decided to make an early arrival. As a result, Anna Marie was born in the car on Mooney Boulevard having been delivered by her father. Anna Marie was named after the nurse who attended her mother while in the hospital. On May 13, 2023 at 5:15 pm Anna Marie's soul departed from her earthly body and ascended unto the heavens and into the open arms of her Savior. Yes, Anna Marie knew the Lord as she had accepted and committed her life to God. Anna Marie was raised in the town of Exeter where she attended local schools. She received many certificates and awards for participation in organizations and various sports which included The Peach Blossom Festival and Varsity Girls Cross Country. In June 1984, Anna Marie graduated from Exeter Union High School and immediately began to work. On November 18, 1985, she joined United States Navy and went to boot camp in Florida. Anna Marie's first duty station was the largest fleet in the world which is located in Norfolk, Virginia. Her first job and assignment was as a Boatswains Mate on the USS Puget Sound and then later the USS Sylvania. While Anna Marie served her country and traveled to faraway places such as Spain, Israel, Italy and Greece she received many commendations. They included The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Liberation Medal (Saudi Arabia), Kuwait Liberation Medal (Kuwait), Humanitarian Service Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Recruiting Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, Marksman Pistol Shot Ribbon, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Southwest Asia Services Medal with one Bronze Star, Meritorious Unit Commendation, and Surface Warfare Specialist. During her time in service to her country, Anna Marie became a mother to her one and only child, Ciasha Jauregui. When Ciasha was five years old they moved back to Tulare County where Anna Marie was assigned to the San Francisco District as a Navy Counselor. In essence, she would be recruiting for the Navy. Her duty assignment took her to Visalia where she recruited many young high schoolers throughout Tulare County to join the United States Navy. Anna Marie eventually became the Recruiter in Charge and managed the Visalia office. Anna Marie was so successful at her job that top brass decided to open a Porterville office and she was assigned to run said office. Anna Marie completed her assignment with the San Francisco District and she was off to her next duty station. Anna Marie's new duty station took her to the Los Angeles District where she worked directly for the Lieutenant Commander as an expert recruiter in charge of the DEP (Delayed Entry Program). The DEP program consisted of 1600 young men and women who wanted to serve their country. Anything you wanted to know about recruiting, Anna Marie was your go-to person. She ensured that all new recruits who qualified were provided with all the services they were entitled to. Anna Marie loved her time in the Navy and at the end of the day she would tell you that it was a job just like any other. She was proud of her service but she never boasted about her service or accomplishments. On November 30, 2005, Anna Marie officially retired from the Navy after having served proudly and honorably for 20 years and 12 days. On August 8, 2008, Anna Marie became a grandmother to Antwone Smith (AJ). She loved being a mother but becoming a grandmother was even better. She was there when AJ came in the world and her love and joy for AJ was immediate and like no other. Anna Marie's retirement was short-lived as she went to work for various agencies. Eventually Anna Marie found her second calling and went to work for Social Vocational Services (SVS) as a Job Coach where she was employed for 12 years. She made many friends through their contracts and with fellow employees. A few of her close work friends included, Carmen, Sal and Adrianna. Carmen's early morning texts and long conversations with Anna Marie were always appreciated! Sal's knowledge and expertise with their agency was like no other, and Adrianna's friendship and conversations were always a joy for her. Anna Marie greatly enjoyed her employment as a Job Coach as she often said it provided her with great satisfaction knowing that her clients were learning life skills. After taking leave from work last year Anna Marie missed the daily routine but found she had a new focus in life. Anna Marie lived a simple and quiet family life. Anyone who knew her well knew that she loved to relax by watching her many recorded favorite TV shows, buying the latest item or food from QVC, going to estate and yard sales and going to the casino! Yes, she would often get lucky on the slots! Anna Marie was a kind and giving person. She gave a lot and asked for nothing in return, and at times, was generous to a fault! She had a small circle of close friends and if you were a part of that group, you were cherished by her! Anna Marie had a great sense of humor and loved a good joke. She was known to sometimes make statements that were endearing and funny. For instance, as a child she would often tell her mother that she liked it when they were poor because mom would make delicious food! This often made the family laugh because mom would remind Anna Marie they were poor and this was the same food she always cooked! On June 19, 2022, Anna Marie suffered the great loss of her one and only child, Ciasha and she was devastated by this loss. Immediately following her passing, Anna Marie was diagnosed with a terminal illness. Her focus in life now shifted to surviving and fighting the biggest battle of her life! During her last year, Anna Marie was cared for by her sister, Sylvia, her grandson AJ and Victor Ramirez, whom Anna called brother. Victor, a childhood friend of the Jauregui family and a fellow Army retiree shared an additional bond with her. Victor took the day shift, while Sylvia took the night and weekend shifts. Victor took Anna Marie to her many appointments. She looked forward to spending time with Victor and having their many talks and sharing in their friendship while he assisted her in running errands. Victor never complained when asked for assistance, in fact, he took his new responsibility very serious and for that she was eternally grateful! In the last year of Anna Marie's life, her sister Sylvia took care of her daily needs. Anna Marie and Sylvia shared a sisterly bond like no other. As children, they were literally partners in crime as they would often take quarters from their mother's purse to go to the corner store to buy candy and gum as in those days you could get plenty of candy for a quarter! Anna Marie enjoyed her many visits, calls, texts, cards from the people she called her friends and family, including calls from Army retiree Eddie Ramirez who often provided her and Sylvia with comic relief when they needed it the most! Thank you to all our friends and family who reached out to Anna Marie, Sylvia and AJ when it was needed the most as it has not gone unnoticed! A special thank you goes to Anna Marie's fellow Navy friend and retiree, Connie Reyna. Connie's knowledge and expertise ensured that her medals were displayed with accuracy. Anna Marie was preceded in death by her mother Erminia, father Amado and daughter Ciasha Jauregui. She is survived by her sisters, Sylvia and Nancy Jauregui, niece Loren (Chris) Allen and their children Hannah and Maddison, nephew Steven (Melissa) Cruz and their child Nathan and her one and only grandson AJ Smith who was the love and joy of her life! In addition, Anna Marie is survived by her mother's best friend, Beatriz Alaniz, as she was like a surrogate mother to her. Thank you for your service to our country, Anna Marie. I love you sister and will always miss you until we meet again on the other side. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award me on that day- and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. 2 Timothy 4:7-8. Viewing will be held 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Tuesday, June 6th, 2023 at Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel, 127 E. Caldwell Ave., Visalia. Funeral services will be held 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tuesday, June 6th, 2023 at Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Graveside services will be held 10:00 AM Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at Exeter District Cemetery, 719 E. Marinette Ave., Exeter. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

Anna Marie Jauregui

October 13, 1965 - May 13, 2023