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Jesse unexpectedly passed away on February 25, 2025, as he battled with asthma his entire life. Jesse was born on October 28, 1978 in Upland, California to Jesus G. Abarca and Elma Abarca. Jesse was a loving son, brother, uncle, and father who enjoyed spending time with his children, family, and friends. Jesse grew up in Ontario, California, during his younger years before moving to Sandy, Utah, where he finished high school and later obtained his HVACR license. He met Shay Garfield in 2010 and welcomed their first daughter, Sienna, a few years later. One year later, they welcomed their second daughter, Maci, and they enjoyed their travels as a family. In 2022, they welcomed their son Greysunn into the world. Jesse has always had a passion for music, great food, playing frisbee golf, fishing, and most importantly, being a father to his three beautiful children.
Jesse is survived by his three children, Sienna Abarca, Maci Abarca, and Greysunn Abarca, his father, Jesus Abarca, and siblings Sandra Abarca, Christine Abarca, Teresa Youngren, and Gilbert Abarca. He also had many nieces, nephews, and great-nephews whom he loved very much.
Jesse is preceded in death by his mother, Elma Abarca, Great-Nephew Zeke Monroy, grandparents Gilberto and Guadalupe Abarca, grandparents Lorenzo and Juanita Navarrette.
Jesse's funeral will be held Saturday March 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm at Larkin Mortuary Riverton, 3688 West 12600 South, Riverton. There will be a viewing held the night prior, Friday March 21, 2025 at Larkin Riverton from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Interment will take place at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E Dimple Dell Road, Sandy.
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I love you! I always have and always will.! Even before your passing I always tell the girls "the love that you're dad and had for each other, that was true love!" Jesse I promise to continue that love that we shared with our kids it's kind of crazy their story began with Sienna in September and 10 years almost exactly to the day we had our son! I promise to be the best mommy I can. Please give the strength I'm going to need I'm kind of scared knowing that I can't call you... but I know that you're an angel watching over us now I love you Jesse.
So sorry for your loss prayers for the family
May Hill rest in peace
How does one say goodbye to someone that was like a child of their own, our hearts our broken. We still have your children that look just like you and have your gentle spirt. You are so loved and will so missed by those of us that knew you best, we will see you again until then RIP.
How does one say goodbye to someone that was like a child of their own, our hearts our broken. We still have your children that look just like you and have your gentle spirt. You are so loved and will so missed by those of us that knew you best, we will see you again until then RIP.
So very sorry for your loss 😪. Condolences and prayers🙏 to all the families. Lil Jesse has earned his wings way to young💔. May he R.I.P.😥
You have to be strong for each other because I know how it feels to lose a son and a granddaughter and it’s sad. My prayers go out to the family! 🙏😪💐 Love you all
I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother , Jesse.
My deepest condolences !!!🙏🙏
My condolences to the family! RIP Primo Jesse🌹❤️
I will truly miss you my friend, brother. We had a lot of good times. I actually was thinking about the time we went to Wendover. You made me pull over four times cuz you thought something was wrong with your car. You will always be in my thoughts Jesse.
Im so sorry for ur loss. I liked jesse he was a good dude. Had a good sense of humor. Fun to be around. He will be missed but never forgotten. RIP Jesse. Heaven has gained another angel.
" I'm heartbroken to hear about the passing of my dear friend, Jesse Abarca. Jesse brought so much joy and laughter into my life, and I will miss him every day. My thoughts are with Jesse's family and all who loved him during this difficult time. He will always hold a special place in my heart." Rest In Peace my dear friend til' I see you again. -Kristi