Jesse Duenas Sablan
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Jesse Duenas Sablan, 64, born in Tamuning, Guam, passed away July 18, 2020 in Queen Creek, Arizona. Jesse was preceded in death by his parents, Jesus and Catalina Sablan, his brothers, Robert Sablan and David Sablan, and his nephew, Joshua Lukeala.
Jesse is survived by his wife Barbara of 42 years; daughters, Jonielle Sablan, Jenna (Jaime) Flores, and Jessika (Alejandro) Gomez; grandchildren, Brianna, Jaethan, Ahmir, Izabella, Micah, and Kai; his sisters, Lynda (Vince) Mendiola, Catherine Sablan, Frances (Albert) Ignacio, Dorothy (Anthony) Lukeala, June (Michael) Sablan, Esther (Jesse) Sablan, and Joyce Sablan; his brother, Roland (Christine) Sablan, and numerous nephews and nieces.
Jesse was a retired US Army veteran. Throughout his 30 years serving in the U.S. Army, he held a variety of leadership positions. His last position before retirement was as the Command Sergeant Major for the 10th Support Group in Okinawa, Japan. After retirement he went on to work for the U.S. Naval Supply Systems Command for 10 years. He was a hardworking man who loved to stay busy. When he was not working he was tending to his garden or thinking of things to fix up around the home. He was a family man who loved to spend time with his daughters and grandchildren every minute that he could.
A special thank you to family and friends for their loving care, especially the doctors and nurses at Banner Ironwood Medical Center who took care of Jesse during his final days. Also, the family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude towards the San Tan Mountain View Funeral Home for being very accommodating and understanding during this difficult time.
Even though he was taken too soon, he lived an extraordinary life surrounded by people who loved and adored him. A memorial service will be held at 2:00pm on Monday, July 27 at the San Tan Mountain View Funeral Home Church in Queen Creek, Arizona. Friends and family that are not able to attend in person will be able to view the memorial service via Zoom. Copy and paste this link to view the service:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83160592811?pwd=Z2RjY3FSV0l5M0UrWXdqTzZDK2IrZz09
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Richard Mudafort says: I had the great honor & privilege of serving with CSM Jesse Sablan in Japan from 1999 2000. Jesse was an amazing professional soldier and a kind individual to all who knew him. The most amazing thing about Jesse that was engraved in your soul was his smile. Please accept our very sincere condolences to Mrs. Sablan, his children, grandchildren & all his family.
From The Mudafort family, Richard Mudafort SGM/USA ret & wife Katherine MudafortGod Bless you Brother!!
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MICHAEL says:
Adios, Primu. Deskansa pa’go. You will be missed but always remembered.
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Linda S. Mendiola & Family says:
Condolences to sis Bobbie and children. My brother was truly a remarkable person. He was kind , gentle, hardworking and had a loving heart. His life was full of many blessings. He is now with the Lord and celebrating his new life with him. We treasure the beautiful memories we have of him growing up and being a big brother to us. We will surely miss him but we have him in our heart. Gone but will never be forgotten.
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David Davis says:
Our deepest sympathy is with you and your family at this very sad and difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are so very sorry for your loss. Jessie was a good man and loved by all that new him. He will be missed but never forgotten.
When the person you are closest to is gone, hold on to their memories and know that they are always with you.
GOD BLESS You and your family
Dave and Lori Davis
MSG/ USA RET -
Vincent Pinto says:
CSM Sablan hired me as his sergeant majors driver in Yongsan, Korea I believe 1999-2000…actually he had hired a new driver just 3 days prior but after meeting with him n talking he decided to give me the job.! We kept in touch over the years but more recently, where he was concerned with my safety being a NYPD cop in these trying times. He was a good friend and serve our country with honors. I am deeply saddened with his sudden passing but old soldiers never die, just fade away. Heaven has received a special man…
SSG Pinto
USAR -
Dan OBrien says:
I also had the privilege of serving with CSM Sablan in Korea. We had just connected again after twenty years. This is heartbreaking. Our thoughts are with Bobbi and the Entire family at this most difficult time.
Dan & Mary O’Brien
U. S. Army (Retired) -
Bobbie Sablan says:
Richard,
We deeply appreciate and gratefully acknowledge your kind expression of sympathy. During a time like this, we realize how much our family and friends mean to us.The Sablan Family,
Bobbie, Jonielle, Jenna, Jessika and grandkids -
Bobbie Sablan says:
Dave & Lori,
we deeply appreciate and gratefully acknowledge your kind expression of sympathy. During a time like this, we realize how much our family and friends mean to us. Your phone calls, prayers and your contribution of flowers will always be remembered by all of us..The Sablans
Bobbie & Family -
Bobbie sablan says:
Pinto,
Jesse, really love you and your sense of humor. He was always so grateful when you help him drive us from Yongson to Taegu Korea. Such fond memories…thank you so much for your kind words of comfort and compassionThe Sablan Family,
Bobbie, Jonielle, Jenna & Jessika -
Bobbie Sablan says:
Dan & Mary,
I do remember you both. Thank you so much and your kind words of comfort. During a time like this, we realize how much our family and friends mean to us. You will always be remembered by us.The Sablan Family,
Bobbie, Jonielle, Jenna & Jessika -
Bobbie Sablan says:
Dan & Mary,
I do remember you both. Thank you so much and your kind words of comfort. During a time like this, we realize how much our family and friends mean to us. You will always be remembered by us.The Sablan Family,
Bobbie, Jonielle, Jenna & Jessika -
Melanie Stone says:
Bobbie. I’m so sorry for your loss.
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Arnold Duarte says:
Bobbie,
Our deepest condolences on the untimely passing of Jesse. We will miss his humor and warm friendship. Heaven has brought another warrior home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. God bless.The Duarte family.
Arnold, Lisa and AJ
Richard Mudafort 
MICHAEL 
Linda S. Mendiola & Family 
David Davis 
Vincent Pinto 
Dan OBrien 
Bobbie Sablan 
Melanie Stone 
Arnold Duarte
I had the great honor & privilege of serving with CSM Jesse Sablan in Japan from 1999 2000. Jesse was an amazing professional soldier and a kind individual to all who knew him. The most amazing thing about Jesse that was engraved in your soul was his smile. Please accept our very sincere condolences to Mrs. Sablan, his children, grandchildren & all his family.
From The Mudafort family, Richard Mudafort SGM/USA ret & wife Katherine Mudafort
God Bless you Brother!!
Adios, Primu. Deskansa pa’go. You will be missed but always remembered.
Condolences to sis Bobbie and children. My brother was truly a remarkable person. He was kind , gentle, hardworking and had a loving heart. His life was full of many blessings. He is now with the Lord and celebrating his new life with him. We treasure the beautiful memories we have of him growing up and being a big brother to us. We will surely miss him but we have him in our heart. Gone but will never be forgotten.
Our deepest sympathy is with you and your family at this very sad and difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are so very sorry for your loss. Jessie was a good man and loved by all that new him. He will be missed but never forgotten.
When the person you are closest to is gone, hold on to their memories and know that they are always with you.
GOD BLESS You and your family
Dave and Lori Davis
MSG/ USA RET
CSM Sablan hired me as his sergeant majors driver in Yongsan, Korea I believe 1999-2000…actually he had hired a new driver just 3 days prior but after meeting with him n talking he decided to give me the job.! We kept in touch over the years but more recently, where he was concerned with my safety being a NYPD cop in these trying times. He was a good friend and serve our country with honors. I am deeply saddened with his sudden passing but old soldiers never die, just fade away. Heaven has received a special man…
SSG Pinto
USAR
I also had the privilege of serving with CSM Sablan in Korea. We had just connected again after twenty years. This is heartbreaking. Our thoughts are with Bobbi and the Entire family at this most difficult time.
Dan & Mary O’Brien
U. S. Army (Retired)
Richard,
We deeply appreciate and gratefully acknowledge your kind expression of sympathy. During a time like this, we realize how much our family and friends mean to us.
The Sablan Family,
Bobbie, Jonielle, Jenna, Jessika and grandkids
Dave & Lori,
we deeply appreciate and gratefully acknowledge your kind expression of sympathy. During a time like this, we realize how much our family and friends mean to us. Your phone calls, prayers and your contribution of flowers will always be remembered by all of us..
The Sablans
Bobbie & Family
Pinto,
Jesse, really love you and your sense of humor. He was always so grateful when you help him drive us from Yongson to Taegu Korea. Such fond memories…thank you so much for your kind words of comfort and compassion
The Sablan Family,
Bobbie, Jonielle, Jenna & Jessika
Dan & Mary,
I do remember you both. Thank you so much and your kind words of comfort. During a time like this, we realize how much our family and friends mean to us. You will always be remembered by us.
The Sablan Family,
Bobbie, Jonielle, Jenna & Jessika
Dan & Mary,
I do remember you both. Thank you so much and your kind words of comfort. During a time like this, we realize how much our family and friends mean to us. You will always be remembered by us.
The Sablan Family,
Bobbie, Jonielle, Jenna & Jessika
Bobbie. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Bobbie,
Our deepest condolences on the untimely passing of Jesse. We will miss his humor and warm friendship. Heaven has brought another warrior home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. God bless.
The Duarte family.
Arnold, Lisa and AJ