Aurelio Zamarripa Briceno

On Sunday October 25, 2026, Aurelio Zamarripa Briceno passed away in Santa Rosa, California, at the age of 83.

Survived by his wife Maria Del Rosario Alvarez and all of his eleven children, Jesse Briceno, Juan Briceno, Maria Gutierrez, Luis Briceno, Connie Angelo, Francisco Briceno, Lola Briceno, Hector Briceno, Erica Briceno, Michael Briceno and David Briceno. Including 3 sons-in-law and 4 daughters-in-law. He was also a loving grandfather to all of his 24 grandchildren, including his 7 great grandchildren.

Aurelio was born to Jose Briceno Gonzalez and Atanacia Zamarripa Hernandez on September 25, 1943 in Jalisco, Mexico. He was raised along side his siblings, Antonio Briceño, Guadalupe Briceño, Margarito Briceño, Juanita Briceño, Chayo Briceño.

As a child Aurelio loved to look for hidden treasures with his brothers. They actually almost found one, but they didn’t. It was more for the adventure and fun of it. That is the story he takes with him. He had many adventures and just loved the outdoors. He had a special bond with his siblings. He continued that family bond in the future with his own kids. He really valued family.

Aurelio came to the USA, starting out in Los Angeles in 1976 to make a new life for himself and his family. He started to work in farming in Marshall, then to Nicasio where he established a home with his wife and children. He said that every child he had was a gift from God and he was a very blessed man with eleven children.

He volunteered for the county and helped out at Angel island, Hearts Desire, Point Reyes and many more. He was part of the Saint Mary’s church and never missed Sunday mass. Every December 12th he was a part of the Aztec dancers that celebrated La Virgin de Guadalupe. It took months of preparation and all his children danced too. One of the highlights in life that he passed on to his children. Aurelio always helped many of his family members and friends with housing, food and any other way he could. He was a very religious man who always put God first.

As a father, Aurelio was always there for his children. He taught them to be hard working and to never give up on dreams. His model in life was to “Live in the moment,” and just have FUN!!!

He loved to take Disneyland trips for a month and visit family members, going to San Francisco movie theaters was a must with all of his kids. He never missed a wedding, Quinceanera, Baptism and so on. Every month, there were parties because someone was having a birthday, getting baptized, married and so on. He was crazy busy with parties all of the time. His favorite thing to do was go to the beach and BBQ with his friends and family all summer long. It was so important for him to spend time with family.

He loved to sing, Aztec dance and loved social gatherings. The love for his children was immeasurable. Aurelio will be remembered as a kind, supporting, and loving father. He raised many children who will change the world for the better. He leaves his legacy with his kids and future generations who will keep his memory alive. Everyone that met him was touched by his generosity and kindness. He will be missed dearly and will always be in HEARTS!!!!