Mrs. Paquita Diaz Escalante's Obituary
ESCALANTE, Paquita Diaz, 97, of Tampa, passed away November 9, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband , Armando Escalante, her three brothers, William, Armando and Herminio Diaz. Paquita was born in Tampa, and lived in New Orleans for 25 years, returning to Anna Maria, FL in the late 1960's and spent her remaining years until her death in Tampa. She was passionate about her family and friends and spent many years as a career business woman in New Orleans. She is survived by her sister-in-law Josephine Diaz, niece Elaine Diaz and nephews John and Bill Diaz all of Tampa. The family would like to thank the Jade team of LifePath Hospice and University Village Nursing Center for all their care during Paquita's remaining days. Private services will be held at Boza & Roel Funeral Home for immediate family and friends. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to LifePath Hospice, 3010 W. Azeele St., Tampa, FL 33609.
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