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Jose Antonio Montes

Jose Antonio Montes

Jan 31, 2025

Jose Antonio Montes, 46, was born on May 31, 1978, in Monterey Park, California to Antonio B. Montes and Graciela Campero-Montes, and entered eternal rest on January 31, 2025, in El Sereno, California. As a loving father, and doting grandfather and treasured brother and uncle., Jose was known for his warmth, generosity, and unwavering support. His grandchildren fondly called him...

William Romero Valenzuela Jr.

William Romero Valenzuela Jr.

Jan 31, 2025

William Romero Valenzuela Jr., 78, was born on November 23, 1946, in California to William Romero Valenzuela Sr. and Margaret Josephine Soto. He entered into eternal rest on January 31, 2025, in Montebello, California. William also affectionately known as “Bill”, “Gordie”, “Gordo”, and “Val”, enjoyed spending time with his wife, Aida, of 53 years, children, and grandchildren. He loved to...

Digna Vizcaino

Digna Vizcaino

Jan 29, 2025

In Loving Memory of Digna Vizcaino September 22, 1939 – January 29, 2025 Digna Vizcaino, age 85, was born on September 22, 1939, in Bejucal, La Habana, Cuba, to her devoted parents, Jose Miguel and Leovigilda Lemus. She entered eternal rest on January 29, 2025, in Downey, California. Digna (born Digna Dinorah Emerita Lemus Blanco) immigrated to Los Angeles, CA...

Robert Nolberto Avalos

Robert Nolberto Avalos

Jan 27, 2025

Dear family and friends, It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Nolberto Avalos, legally known as Robert Romero. He was a beloved father, son, and friend. Robert lived a life full of adventure, laughter, and love. Known for his enthusiasm for travel, Robert was always planning his next big trip. Whether it was surfing at...

Rosemarie Cano

Rosemarie Cano

Jan 26, 2025

Rosemarie Cano 74, born to Jose Ruiz Quinonez and Eva Mota Quinonez on March,4th 1950, entered into eternal rest on January 26, 2025, in Alhambra California. Rosemarie worked in various roles during her career, the most significant was Working for Plaza De La Raza Cultural Center from 1994 to 2011, where she served as Executive Director. Many would agree that...

Sharon Maurseth

Sharon Maurseth

Jan 24, 2025

Sharon Jeannine Maurseth, 87, was born on May 1, 1937, in Kalispell, Montana to Russell M. Eklund and Dorothy Margie Fox, and entered eternal rest on January 24, 2025, in Downey, California. Sharon was a dedicated and compassionate educator. Sharon devoted 21 years of her life as a teacher’s aide, providing invaluable support to both students and teachers alike. Throughout...

Sandra Archila

Sandra Archila

Jan 24, 2025

Sandra Archila, 64, was born on July 29, 1960, in Guatemala City, Guatemala to Juan Dominguez and Clara Dogoy. Sandra entered eternal rest on January 24, 2025, in Downey, California. Sandra was a dedicated and compassionate leader in the field of addiction recovery. Sandra was best known for her role as the Assistant Program Director at the Southern California Alcohol...

Suzanne Lynne Greaves

Suzanne Lynne Greaves

Jan 22, 2025

Suzanne Lynne Greaves, 56, was born on September 21, 1968, in Fullerton, California to Joseph Arthur Greaves and Virginia Marie Odenbrett, and entered eternal rest on January 22, 2025, in Whittier, California. With love and devotion, Suzanne spent much of her life creating a warm and welcoming home for her family and friends. Her kindness and generosity knew no bounds,...

Edilberto M. Angeles

Edilberto M. Angeles

Jan 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edilberto Angeles on January 21, 2025. Born on February 24, 1942, Edilberto was a dedicated and loving husband, father, and professional whose life was marked by his unwavering commitment to his family and his remarkable career. Edilberto's expertise at Subic Bay, Philippines, laid the foundation for his distinguished career...

Donald "Butch" Leroy Burnell Jr.

Donald "Butch" Leroy Burnell Jr.

Jan 21, 2025

Donald "Butch" LeRoy Burnell Jr., 64, was born on June 19, 1960, in Los Angeles, California to Donald LeRoy Burnell and Ellen Ernestine Bowers, and entered eternal rest on January 21, 2025, in Long Beach, California. Donald was a dedicated and skilled mechanic in the race car industry for an extraordinary 50 years. His passion for motorsports and his craftsmanship...

Octaviano Barragan Ramos

Octaviano Barragan Ramos

Jan 20, 2025

Octaviano Barragan Ramos, 56, was born on March 22, 1968, in Mexico to Anatolio Barragan and Celia Ramos Lezama, and entered eternal rest on January 20, 2025, in Downey, California. Octaviano was a man of many talents and an unwavering commitment to his family. Throughout his life, he worked as a truck driver, carpenter, landscaper, and architect, among many other...

Yester Manoukian

Yester Manoukian

Jan 19, 2025

Yester Manoukian, 93, was born on January 23, 1931, in Beirut Lebanon to Hovsep Mekhitarian and Victoria Adourian, and entered into eternal rest on January 19, 2025, in Montebello, California. Yester lived a long and fulfilling life, devoted to her family and her passions. A loving homemaker, she dedicated herself to caring for her children and grandchildren, creating a warm,...

Emelda Chang

Emelda Chang

Jan 18, 2025

Emelda Chang, 61 of Paramount California, born to Luis Antonio Chang Morales and Cristobalina Penalba, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 18th 2025 with her loving family at her side. Emelda was an apartment manager for thirty one years as well as a loving homemaker for her family. She had a gift to make everyone feel welcomed. She loved...

Steven Andrew Ross

Steven Andrew Ross

Jan 14, 2025

Steven Ross, of Long Beach, California, beloved by family and friends, passed away on January 14, 2025. Born in Frankfurt, Germany, on January 22, 1960, he was the third son of a US Army family. His childhood was marked by travel as his family moved frequently, finally settling in Wahiawa, Hawaii, in 1972. After graduating from Leilehua High School in...

Elizabeth Gomez Pacheco

Elizabeth Gomez Pacheco

Jan 11, 2025

Elizabeth Gomez Pacheco, 69, was born on February 17, 1955, in Echo Park, California to Jose Angel Gomez and Josefina Fernandez, and entered eternal rest on January 11, 2025, in Whittier, California. Known to her family and friends as “Liz” or “Liki”, she graduated from Belmont High School and went on to attend Loyola Marymount University. Liz eventually obtained a...

Salvador Guzman Jr.

Salvador Guzman Jr.

Jan 8, 2025

Salvador Guzman Jr., 48, was born on May 24, 1976, in Monterey Park, California to Salvador and Delia Guzman, and entered eternal rest on January 8, 2025, in Monterey Park, California. Salvador devoted over 26 years of his life to serving as a HazMat Manager for United Parcel Service (UPS), where his exceptional knowledge and dedication made a lasting impact...

Gilbert Chavez Jr.

Gilbert Chavez Jr.

Jan 7, 2025

Gilbert Chavez Jr., 64, was born on November 21, 1960, in Los Angeles, California to Gilbert Chavez and Virginia May Serrano, and entered eternal rest on January 7, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. For over ten years, Gilbert served as a warehouse worker for the county government, where his commitment to his work and his colleagues made him an invaluable...

Judy Kim Jones

Judy Kim Jones

Jan 7, 2025

Judy Kim Jones, 78, was born on August 23, 1944, in South Korea to Tong Tae Kim and Jong Yae Lee, and entered eternal rest on January 7, 2025, in Bellflower, California. Judy was a devoted and compassionate nurse for over 10 years, offering her care and kindness to countless patients during her distinguished career. Judy is survived by her...

Petra Reyes

Petra Reyes

Jan 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt love that we announce the passing of Petra "Petie" Reyes, who left us peacefully on January 7, 2025, surrounded by family. She was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her, and her love and kindness will be forever cherished. Born on November 3, 1947, Petie was a devoted mother...

Victor Manuel Ayala

Victor Manuel Ayala

Jan 6, 2025

Victor Manuel Ayala, 86, was born July 18, 1938, in Santa Isabel, Puerto Rico to Modesto Manuel Ayala and Justina Ortiz, and entered eternal rest on January 6, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. Victor was known for his love of hunting, fishing, and camping, which brought him joy and peace throughout his life. For over 32 years, he worked as...