Oscar S. Zarco

Oscar (“Oca”) Solpico Zarco—dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend—passed away on March 24th, 2023 at the age of 77 after a brief illness. Born to Felix and Thelma (Solpico) Zarco on March 20, 1946 in Silang, Cavite, Philippines, Oscar was one of fourteen children. He graduated high school from Cavite Institute, then enrolled in the Philippine Maritime Institute in 1964. In the same year, he welcomed his first son, Oscar Jr. Oscar Sr. relocated to the United States upon joining the US Navy in 1966. He was stationed on the East Coast when he met Rebecca, whom he would marry on Valentine's Day in 1975. The two settled in Vallejo, CA to raise their two sons, Emmanuel and John, and daughter, Marsha. After a 20 year tenure in the Navy, Oscar spent the remainder of his career as an aircraft mechanic for United Airlines before his retirement in 2017. Family was of utmost importance to Oscar, including them in many of his leisure activities. He took advantage of his airline benefits to travel worldwide with his family, including back to his homeland of the Philippines. Weekends and holidays consisted of family gatherings, and embarking on getaways with extended family and friends. Oscar remained mentally and physically active in his senior years, engaging in Cryptogram and Sudoku puzzles, trips to the gym, walking/running along the waterfront, and participating in 5K/10K races with his children. He was an avid churchgoer, and member of the local Masonic lodge. He exhibited a strong work ethic at work and at home. Easy-going and affable, Oscar was quick to make friends, and was most cherished for his sincere generosity and selflessness to those around him. He is survived by his children, Oscar Jr., (Priscila), Emmanuel (Leslie), John, and Marsha (Matt), grandchildren, Desiree and John Paul, and siblings, Benjamin, Benedicto, Mercedita, Eduardo, Aida, Susana, Nenita, Imelda, Virgilio, and Francis. Oscar was preceded in death by his wife, Rebecca, parents, Felix and Thelma, and brothers, Rodolfo, Alfredo, and Rolando.

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Oscar S. Zarco

March 20, 1946 - March 24, 2023