Darlene Paiva

Darlene Paiva was 56 when she went to be with the Lord at 12:34 pm, Wednesday, July 8, 2015 in Sacramento, California. Darlene was born Friday, July 13, 1958 in Sacramento, California to Dora and James Paiva and stayed a lifelong resident in the area. Darlene was an alumni of Grant Union High. She worked as a Food Service Specialist at San Juan School District since 1998 for 21 wonderful years. She loved to dance and cook as she was famous for her spaghetti. She was always the life of the party and stayed with a smile on her face. Darlene cared for others more than herself and was always willing to give without receiving. She leaves to cherish her memory, her Children's Father, Gary Deal, her children, Michael Deal (April Deal), Vanessa Deal, James Deal and Christina Paiva (Hernandez).Darlene is survived by her grandchildren, Londell Marshall, Alanea Osborne, Kyrese Brown, and Lee'Ara George. She is also survived by a host of loving relatives, friends and coworkers. Friends are welcome for visitation, Tuesday, July, 14th 2015 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm at Sierra View, 6201 Fair Oaks Carmichael, CA. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 15th 2015 at 1:00pm at Christ Community Church, 5025 Manzanita Ave Carmichael, CA. Repast will be held Wednesday, July 15th 2015 from 3:30pm-6pm at The Robinson Community Center, 3525 Norwood Ave Sacramento, CA 95838 *We Will Always Carry Your Memory In Our Hearts* **Sweet Love**