MUNOZ, VIRGINIA's Obituary
In loving memory of, Virginia Munoz, who passed away on April 8, 2026. Virginia is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Martin Munoz, Sr.; Mother of Rachel (Chano), Martin Jr. (Melissa), and David; Grandmother of Miguel, Chris, Anjelica (Steven), Josely, Veronica S, Leana (Albert), Feliciano, Jr. (Darlene), and Veronica L.; Great-Grandmother of Isabella, Jeremiah, Noah, Soraya, Feliciano III, Jaydn, Ezekiel, Albert Jr., Alex, Armando L, Daphney, Derek, Darcy, and Damian; her Brothers Sal Mata and Augustine Mata; and Sisters Rita Mata and Judy Peralto-Lindsey. Godchildren Teresa Diaz, Joann Rodriguez, Dominic Silva, and Melissa Melendez; numerous Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins.
She is predeceased by her parents Augustine Mata and Virginia Mata; Mother-in-Law Connie Travers; Brothers Michael Mata and David Mata; and Sisters Rose Marie Serrano and MaryAnn Mendez; and Granddaughter Andrea Munoz
Virginia graduated from San Diego High School and went on to work for Balboa Theater, Azteca Theater, and Cabrillo Theater. She started working with San Diego City Schools as a cafeteria worker and ending her 25-year career as a manager. She worked part-time as a bartender in National City at Chuck’s Inn for 5 years and Elbo Rest for 27 years. Making new friends that she considered family. She was known for her cooking and began to cater for family functions, businesses, weddings, and quinceañeras. She volunteered for Skyline Little League as League President. A member of American Legion Post 255, cooking and serving lunch on Thursdays and Auxiliary Board.
Virginia was a kind, caring and giving person who always put the needs of others before her own. She was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. A Breast Cancer survivor for 19 years. She was a source of inspiration to us all and will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives she touched. She was a woman of strong beliefs and instilled the importance of family, hard work and doing what is right. A true role model who we will always look up to. She wore her heart on her sleeve. She had an infectious smile, spunky character, and all to quick to make someone smile. She was definitely one in a million. Her beauty from inside and out will forever be missed. Spread your wings and fly high Virginia. Always continue to watch over us.
You will always be in our hearts, and we will never forget you. We love you so much. Rest in paradise. Your loving family!
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