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JULIA HIDALGO-GATO
Oct 15, 2025
Julia Hidalgo-Gato, a beloved figure in her community, passed away on October 15, 2025, at the age of 87 in Downey, California. Born on January 31, 1938, in Santa Clara, Cuba, Julia lived a life full of grace, elegance, and unwavering love for her family.
For a decade, Julia dedicated herself to nurturing young minds as a teacher at an elementary...
ISAAC MAURO
Oct 5, 2025
Isaac John Mauro died on Oct. 5th, 2025, at the age of 37. He spent his younger years in Provincetown, MA and St. Augustine, FL. He studied acting at Douglas Anderson School for the Arts, then left home at 17, and lived independently ever since, supporting himself with a myriad of jobs. He traveled extensively and lived in many places...
JOHN SAMUEL SMYSER
Oct 5, 2025
JOHN SAMUEL SMYSER, beloved Pastor and devoted family man, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025, in Alhambra, California. Born on April 27, 1946, in San Bernardino, California, John dedicated over 55 years of his life to his unwavering commitment to church ministry, positively impacting the lives of countless individuals and families through his teachings, guidance, and compassion.
John’s pastoral career...
ROSALIE CASTILLO
Oct 4, 2025
Rosalie Castillo, a devoted wife and mother, was born on June 7, 1935, in Los Angeles, California. She passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, at the age of 90.
A Catholic woman of deep faith, Rosalie attended St. Benedict School in Montebello and graduated from Sacred Heart of Mary High School in 1953. Later on, in 1955, she married Alfonso...
MARY CONCEPCION GUZMAN
Oct 4, 2025
Mary Concepcion Guzman, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, in Anaheim, California at the age of 84. Born on December 8, 1940, in Los Angeles, California, Mary dedicated her life to serving others, working as a social worker for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services for over 30 years. Her...
PENNY LESLIE FARMER
Oct 3, 2025
Penny Leslie Farmer passed away at home on the night of Friday, October 3, 2025, in the company of her family. Born on August 10, 1939, in Spokane, Washington, Penny dedicated her life to education, serving in the personnel department of the LA Unified School District for over 30 years. Her commitment to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for...
FRANCIS "FRANK" XAVIER KEARNS
Sep 29, 2025
Downey resident Francis “Frank” Xavier Kearns passed away unexpectedly from natural causes on September 29, 2025. He was a New Englander who loved California, made it his home for fifty-five years, yet returned often to his roots back east. His formative years were in Orono, Maine, and Andover, Massachusetts. He was the oldest of seven children in an Irish Catholic...
RAMON MARVIN AIKIN
Sep 26, 2025
Ramon Marvin Aikin, a revered engineer in the aerospace industry, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, in La Habra, California. Born on October 4, 1934, in Nebraska, Ramon dedicated over 34 years of his professional life to advancing the field of aerospace engineering, earning great respect and admiration from colleagues and peers alike.
Ramon's contributions to the industry were profound,...
GRACIELA GONZALEZ
Sep 23, 2025
Graciela Gonzalez, beloved sister and cherished aunt, passed away on September 23, 2025, at the age of 77 in Los Angeles, California. Born on February 28, 1948, in Aguas, Mexico, Graciela dedicated over 20 years of her life to serving her community as a bank teller, where her warmth and commitment made a lasting impression on both colleagues and customers...
DR. GREGORY RALPH BONOMO
Sep 18, 2025
Gregory Ralph Bonomo was born on Dec. 22, 1938, in Los Angeles, California, to Rose and Ralph Bonomo. When his father was drafted in 1941, it necessitated the family to move to New York to be closer to relatives. Gregory lost his mother, Rose, at the young age of eleven. Soon thereafter, Ralph remarried his mother's younger sister Ann, and...
VIRGINIA DANIELLE GAMBOA
Sep 17, 2025
Virginia Danielle Gamboa, born on January 27, 1980, passed away with her husband, George, by her side on September 17, 2025.
Virginia grew up with her father, Danny, her mother, Cynthia, and her first friend, her younger sister, Lo. She married her best friend George Gamboa in 2014 and leaves behind their doggy, Gigi.
Virginia worked for the Los Angeles County...
DAVID ROGER PETERSEN
Sep 14, 2025
David Roger Petersen, born on December 28, 1942, in Los Angeles, California, departed this life in Riverside, California, on September 14, 2025.
Throughout his life, David was cherished as a friend, brother, cousin, and uncle. From a young age, he nurtured a deep love for cars and motorcycles, often found tinkering in the garage on an old car. His passion for...
MANOLITO GATDULA ROZALES
Sep 9, 2025
MANOLITO GATDULA ROZALES, a dedicated library technician and proud veteran, passed away on September 9, 2025, at the age of 81 in Long Beach, California. Born on November 15, 1943, in Laguna, Philippines, Manolito's life was marked by a passionate commitment to his work and family.
35 years Manolito diligently served as a library technician, contributing significantly to the accessibility of...
MARIA LUISA FONSECA
Sep 8, 2025
Maria Luisa Fonseca, a beloved homemaker, was born on December 13, 1952, in Mexico. She passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, in Baldwin Park, California.
Maria was a dedicated mother and is survived by her three cherished children, who will carry her memory forward in their hearts and lives. Throughout her life, Maria found joy in nurturing her family and...
DUKE WARREN RIVERA
Sep 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Duke
Duke Warren Rivera was born on March 10, 1984, in La Mirada, California, and passed away on September 6, 2025, in Santa Fe Springs, California.
Duke was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, husband, uncle, and friend who touched the lives of everyone around him. He had a deep love for fishing, playing poker, shooting hoops, and—above all—spending...
YI ZHEN (JOYCE ROSA) SHE
Sep 5, 2025
Yi Zhen (Joyce Rosa) She, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on September 5th, 2025, in Altadena, California, at the age of 92.
Joyce was born on August 29, 1933, in Shanghai, China and the first daughter of the late Ernest Zai and Wei-Chu Lee. She was a straight “A” student and graduated from the University of Shanghai...
RUTH MADELINE JIMENEZ
Sep 1, 2025
Ruth Jimenez was born in Bayamón, Puerto Rico, the eldest of four siblings. From a young age, she carried the weight of responsibility with grace and love. She was more than a sister, she was a second mother, a protector, a guiding light. And that strength never left her, It only grew.
If you knew Ruth, you knew she was full...
MADELINE ROSE BUCKLEY
Aug 31, 2025
Madeline Rose Buckley, a cherished member of her community and a dedicated professional, passed away on August 31, 2025, in Downey, California, at the age of 93. Born on August 21, 1932, in Los Angeles, California, Madeline spent her life serving others through her work as a Medical Records Supervisor for over 40 years. Her unwavering commitment to her career...
RUBEN ENRIQUE ORTIZ
Aug 25, 2025
Ruben Enrique Ortiz, a dedicated professional and beloved family man, passed away on August 25, 2025, in Norwalk, California. Born on May 31, 1961, in Guatemala, Ruben’s life was marked by his unwavering commitment to his career and his cherished family.
For over 30 years, Ruben served as a sales manager for a cleaning equipment company, where he was respected not...
ALEJANDRO DE ELIAS
Aug 19, 2025
Alejandro De Elias (Alex) Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Alejandro De Elias (Alex), born on October 28, 1966, in Queretaro, Mexico, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, in Downey, California. He lived a vibrant life marked by dedication and compassion, particularly in his career as a therapist, which spanned over 23 years. Alex devoted himself to helping others, providing...
