April 12, 1953 - February 4, 2022
Edith Alberta Hau, aged 68 years, passed away in Stockton, California on February 4, 2022. Preceded in death by her sibling David Lair. She was called to rest in heaven with her beloved mother, Alice Lair.
Bea, as she was known to loved ones, was born April 12, 1953 in Stockton, California. Bea called Stockton home her whole life. She brought her two biological children, Cassie and Corey, into the world in Stockton and met Santiago, her husband of 32 years, in Stockton. With their marriage Bea was blessed with her stepson, Santiago Jr., and later his wife, Maria Hau. Bea met her husband, Santiago Hau, in 1990 and they later married in their home in 1997. Bea and Santiago built their life together caring for others, traveling often together to Santiago’s native Mexico to spend time with his family there. Bea and Santiago also enjoyed traveling to Arizona, Oregon, and Nevada to see family and friends.
Bea loved listening to music, playing pool, and fishing. One of Bea’s favorite hobbies was her flower garden. She cultivated many blooms and plants at her home, spending many happy hours tending to her beloved patch of land. Visitors would be delighted to walk around her green space, admiring her work and hearing about beloved hobby.
Bea was known to all for her big heart and willingness to help those in need. Bea was always there for others, whether they needed a listening ear or place to stay. She will be remembered for her generous and loving heart and her legacy of selfless giving. She touched the lives of so many people who are forever grateful for the helping hand.
Bea leaves behind her loving husband, Santiago Hau; her daughter Cassie and son-in-law Michael; her son Corey; her stepson Santiago Jr. Hau and daughter-in-law Maria. Bea also leaves behind the legacy of her grandchildren, Ethan and Madelyn Swain, and James and Camila Hau. Bea leaves behind her siblings, Judy Lair, Janie Clark, and Alice Witherow. She was loved by her husband, siblings, children and stepchildren, loved by her many nieces and nephews, and loved by all.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hau family.
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