Zuniega V. Calugas

Birth date: Aug 19, 1938 Death date: Dec 28, 2022

Zuniega “Goody” Viajar Calugas passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on December 28, 2022 in Tacoma, Washington at the age of 84. Zuniega, fondly known as Goody, was born in Pavia, Iloilo, Philippines, the second of nine c Read Obituary

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Marion And Richard Poirier

144w ago

It was great to join Goody (and Joe) at the nuptials of our off-spring, Jeff and Josephine. We had met briefly before, but the wedding was special.

We will never forget checking out the reception hall after the event at the Waikiki hotel. Goody was aghast as she viewed an untouched and undistributed wedding cake. Yes, the hotel had forgotten to serve it! Goody sprang into action and rushed to donate the cake to Saint Augustine’s Church just across the street. Goody demonstrated her acumen then and many times more over our subsequent times together.

We loved knowing Goody, and will miss her smiles and mischievous nature.

Requiesce in pace,Goody.

Aloha from Hawaii,
Marion and Richard Poirier

Jeff Poirier

145w ago

in honor of Zuniega.

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Jeff Poirier

145w ago

in honor of Zuniega.

Mom Goody, thank you for being such an example of a loving and dedicated wife and mother. Your talents, treasures, and all the good you have done will never be forgotten. You’ve had an immense impact on many people’s lives. You will be dearly missed. I am proud and honored to have such a wonderful mother-in-law. We know that you are smiling over us from heaven. Dad Joe, you and mom Goody have raised two exceptional daughters, had great careers, and given back so much to your community. I will continue to pray for your comfort and peace.

Love and aloha,
Jeff

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Josephine Poirier

145w ago

Dear Joe and daughters
I was very saddened to hear about Goody's passing. I came to St. Leos in 1973 and was blessed to me you and your family and watching the girls grow up and exchanging greetings and hellos at church. In Goody's later years I saw all the caring love that you gave to Goody in her later years. She is now at and with God after a long struggle. I thank God for having the privilege of knowing your family and you and your family are in my prayers.

Tom Pagano

Josephine Poirier

145w ago

To the Calugas family. I will remember Goody always, so very compassionate and caring. Always willing to give advice. May you find solace in the knowledge that she rests in peace.

Iris Tio-Matos, MD
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Emily Poirier

145w ago

Lola will be forever in all of our hearts. I will miss her and love her always. I have many beautiful memories of Lola and me spending time in her garden. I remember loving to visit the backyard spider we named Charlotte, after Charlotte’s Web, learning the names of different flowers, and planting my blueberry bush back in 2009, which I continue to check on to this day every visit to Tacoma. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to spend such quality time with her, especially this past year. Sending lots of love.

Love, Emily

Michelle Ortiz

146w ago

Dearest Uncle Joe,

Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Auntie Goody was loved by so many and will be greatly missed. The love and life you both shared was THE example for the rest of us. Remembering all our visits with great fondness and smiles. Sending our love and prayers to you all.

Love,
Eric, Michelle, and Noah

Steph

146w ago

Wow!! I am in awe from your life Auntie Goody. You have touched so many people and have left such a legacy. It has been a honor and privilege to be here in Tacoma these past few days surround by family and friends. The endless stories told by my aunts and uncles have brought tears of of joy. These past days have been a roller coaster of ups and downs just like life brings us. I praise God for these times. You are missed. But I feel you presence. I hope and pray that I can build that type of legacy in our family and community in Houston. I will miss your smile. But will think of you each time I see a sunflower. I have always admire Cousin Coco and Jojo. And they have been an inspiration for me. Uncle Joe thank you for all you have done for us as well. I love you guys so much. -Steph

Baby

146w ago

Manong Joe, we are with you in your sorrow. We will miss Manang Goody. We sure celebrated her life very well today. I’m sure she is happy with our send off.

Bob Jalapan Sotito

146w ago

My deepest condolences to Nong Joe, Cora & Albert, Josephine & Jeff, Sharla, Kayden, and Emily! Goody and Joe ensured that my return to Washington State was a welcoming one. I remember attending your grandfather's memorial when Goody called me to let me know that my presence would be greatly appreciated if I could make. I was living on Capitol Hill Seattle. I now live in Marysville and I live streamed the celebration. May your families be always blessed and hopefully we can finally meet and get acquainted. I am Marlene Caparino Stein 1st cousin and Brianna's 2nd cousin. Both our mothers were sisters of the Jalapan family.

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