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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...

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...

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...

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...

Lorena Garcia

Lorena Garcia

Jan 5, 2025

Lorena Marie Garcia, 38, was born on August 4, 1986, in Montebello, California to Tom Tim Garcia and Mary Adame, and entered eternal rest on January 5, 2025, in Whittier, California. Lorena worked in the housekeeping department of the casino industry, for over five years, where she became known for her meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to excellence....

Louis Arellano

Louis Arellano

Jan 4, 2025

Louis Arellano, 89, was born on March 25, 1935, in Los Angeles, California, to Jose Arellano and Augustina Olvera. Louis entered eternal rest on January 4, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. Louis was a dedicated warehouse worker at a refinery for over 15 years. His colleagues and supervisors admired him for his reliability, attention to detail, and the care he...

Michael Douglas Minnehan

Michael Douglas Minnehan

Dec 29, 2024

Michael Douglas Minnehan, 62, was born on April 7, 1962, in Huntington Park, California to George Daniel Minnehan and Paula Dianne Wells, and entered eternal rest on December 29, 2024, in Anaheim, California. Michael proudly served in the United States Army for four years, honoring his country with a deep sense of duty and commitment. Following his military service, Michael...

Ron Miller

Ron Miller

Dec 28, 2024

Ron Miller, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on December 28, 2024, at the age of 62. Ron was born on January 1, 1962, in Texas, and spent his life making a meaningful impact on everyone he encountered. Ron had a deep love for the outdoors. He spent countless hours hunting, fishing, and camping, often sharing those special...

Maricela Uribe

Maricela Uribe

Dec 27, 2024

Maricela Uribe, 62, was born on May 23, 1962, in Nayarit, Mexico to Miguel Uribe Machado and Eufrocina Montes Sevilla and entered eternal rest on December 27, 2024, in Boyle Heights, California. Maricela was the light of so many lives—the life of the party. Maricela liver her life to the fulliest. She had a contagious smile and was such a...

Socorro Sillas

Socorro Sillas

Dec 24, 2024

Socorro "Cora " Sillas was born on September 24, 1936, to Sixto & Frances Franco. On July 12, 1958, Cora married Herman Sillas, Jr., and was a dedicated and supportive wife of 65 years until Herman passed away on November 22, 2023. Socorro Sillas is survived by five children, eleven grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren. She loved and cherished her family...

Carlito Medina Figueroa

Carlito Medina Figueroa

Dec 24, 2024

Carlito Medina Figueroa, 79, was born July 27, 1944, in Concepcion, Philippines to Jose Figueroa and Julia Medina, and entered eternal rest on December 24, 2024, in Downey, California. Carlito was a dedicated insurance broker who served the financial services industry for over 30 years. Carlito’s professional journey was marked by his unwavering commitment to his clients, his exceptional knowledge...

Willard Michael Edmunds

Willard Michael Edmunds

Dec 21, 2024

Willard “Mike” Edmunds, a beacon of love, warmth, and generosity, graced this world with his presence for 81 remarkable years. On December 21st, 2024 he passed away peacefully sleeping in his home in Norwalk surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of strong daughters and grand children he will continue to inspire for generations to come. Born on August 29th,...

Miguel Angel Vazquez

Miguel Angel Vazquez

Dec 21, 2024

Miguel Angel Vazquez, 80, was born on April 18, 1944, in Guanajuato, Mexico to Timoteo Vazquez and Guadalupe Gonzalez, and entered eternal rest on December 21, 2024, in Bellflower, California. Miguel was a dedicated and skilled electrician. With over 30 years of service in the electrical industry, Miguel was known for his unwavering commitment to his craft, his deep knowledge...

James Michael Derry

James Michael Derry

Dec 21, 2024

James M. “Jim” Derry, 82, was born on April 15, 1942 in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania to George Sr. and Kathleen Derry. Jim entered eternal rest on December 21, 2024, in Anaheim, California. Jim left Western Pennsylvania with his family in 1954 and came to Los Angeles, California. In 1961, he married his high school sweetheart, Stella, and his devotion to...

Richard Depaul Robles

Richard Depaul Robles

Dec 20, 2024

Richard DePaul Robles, 56, was born on September 21,1968 in Los Angeles, California to Daniel Robles and Gloria Lamarre. Richard entered into eternal rest on December 20, 2024 in Downey, California. Richard ,a gifted, talented, and creative individual, was an artist, a passionate BMX rider, and a lover of life. Richard was dedicated to his craft his whole life, leaving...

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