Obituaries

Nov 25, 2024

Jose Alonso Leon was born on February 1, 1979 in Durango, Mexico to Rosario Leon and Gloria Corral. He passed away on November 9, 2024.

Jose is survived by his children: Jaylene Leon, Casanova Leon, Lucky Leon and Ivey Leon.

Nov 1, 2024

Nov 1, 2024

William Arthur Willis passed away November 1, 2024, in Hudson, NH. He was born on June 19, 1940 in Los Angeles, CA to Fred D. Willis and Vada Atkinson Willis.

 Bill, as he was known, was a no-nonsense character. So this will be a no-nonsense obituary. Bill was a contradiction. A relic living in the modern age. A rough-edged character with...

Oct 30, 2024

Selma was born in Clearwater Nebraska. She and her family moved to Kimberly Idaho when Selma was eight years old. Selma was in the 4H and in the 9th grade, she entered a dress she had made for herself in the county fair and she won a district award. Selma graduated from high school in 1950 at age 17. She...

Oct 29, 2024

Karina Del Rosario was born on August 12, 1981 to Jose Roberto Colato Larin and Ana Daysi Garcia Paniagua.  She passed away on October 29, 2024. She is survived by her children, Angel Castro and Audrey Castro.

Oct 22, 2024

Oct 22, 2024

Leonard Arteaga Ayala was born in Los Angeles, California to Isidro Ayala and Josephine Arteaga on January 5, 1952.  He passed away on October 22, 2024 and is survived by his wife, Cecilia Ayala and their children, Elizabeth and Robert. He is preceded in death by his son, Leonard Ayala Jr.

Oct 18, 2024

Rafaela Bernal Castellón was born on July 16, 1937 in Volcanes, Jalisco, Mexico to Jose Bernal and Delfina Castellón. She passed on October 18, 2024 and is survived by her children; Veronica Lomeli, Beatriz Ramos (Rafael), Jaime Oliveros, Concepcion Ortiz and Victor Bernal.

Service times have been updated below.

Family request all persons attending to -  Please not wear black attire. 

Oct 13, 2024

Janie Lugo was born in Artesia, California on August 19, 1947. Daughter of Pete and Socorro Aragon. Married to Raymond Lugo for 59 years. Beloved mother of 4 and grandmother of 9. Janie peacefully went to be with our Lord October 13, 2024.

She worked for Dealer Forms as a bookkeeper for 20 years. She later worked in the product development...

Oct 8, 2024

Hortensia Rockhill, born on April 4, 1929, in Buena Park, California, departed this life on October 8, 2024, in Buena Park, California. She was a cherished mother and grandmother, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion that will be deeply missed by those who knew her.

Hortensia is survived by her three beloved children: Rebecca Badami, Robin Keating, and Robert...

Oct 8, 2024

Maximino Raymond Navarro, passed away on October 8, 2024, in Stockton, California, at the age of 49. Born on April 3, 1975, in Huntington Park, California, to Maximino Navarro and Gloria Cruz.

He is survived by his father, Maximino Navarro, his mother Gloria Cruz, stepmother: Linda Navarro, his siblings: Anna Gomez, Eileen Alvarez, Doreen Navarro, Cynthia Navarro, and Steven Salas; his...

Oct 6, 2024

Herminia Sousa, born on October 2, 1930, in Altares, Terceira, Azores, passed away on October 6,2024, in Downey, California. She was 94 years old.

Herminia was a beloved sister and aunt, cherished by her family and friends. She is survived by her siblings Francisco, Manuel, Joao, and Lucia, along with her dear niece Elizabeth Rhey.  Herminia was preceded in death by...

Oct 5, 2024

Dora G. Luna, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away on October 5, 2024, in Spring Hill, Tennessee, at the age of 88. Born on November 27, 1935, in Weslaco, Texas, Dora touched countless lives with her warmth and kindness.

Dora's legacy is carried on by her devoted family. She is survived by her two cherished sons, Loy Luna and...

Oct 3, 2024

On October 3, 2024, Tom L. Cherry passed away peacefully in La Mirada, California. He was born in Los Angeles, California on April 16, 1943 to Robert Leslie Cherry and Avis Anna Cole. 

He was a 1961 graduate from Hawthorne High School. Tom studied at Cal State University of Long Beach receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and furthered his...

Oct 1, 2024

Carla Calizo (10.23.1964 - 10.01.2024)

 Carla Calizo, 59, of Norwalk, California, passed away in Whittier on October 1st, 2024. Carla was born on Beale AFB to Carlos and Mary Ann Montoya on October 23rd, 1964. Carla lived in Los Angeles County for almost her entire life. 

Carla met and began going steady with David in 1982 and married five years later in...

Sep 26, 2024

Imelda Soto Miramontes, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on September26, 2024, in Whittier, California. Born on April 28, 1942, in Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico, Imelda lived a life full of love, dedication and warmth that touched the hearts of many.

Imelda was a devoted wife to her husband, Raul Miramontes. Together, they created a loving home where their family...

Sep 26, 2024

Jose H. Soares, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away September 26, 2024 at the age of 81, in Artesia, California. Born on November 23, 194, in Biscoitos, Terceira, Azores, Portugal, Jose lived a life rich with love, dedication and unwavering commitment to his family.

Jose was the proud father of George Soares, Ana Blas, and Melissa Vergara, and a loving...

Sep 25, 2024

Sergio Soto, Sr. 

September 16, 1955 – September 25, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Sergio Soto on September 25, 2024, at the age of 69. Born on September 16, 1955, in Durango, Mexico, Sergio grew up in Mexicali, Baja California Norte, before moving to the United States in his early twenties. He found purpose and pride in his...

Sep 22, 2024

Elidia Murillo Contreras, a beloved member of her family, passed away on September 22, 2024, in Lynwood, California. She was born on April 9, 1947 to Juan Murillo Mendez and Angelita Contreras Muratalla in Michoacán, Mexico.

She is survived by her cherished siblings: Alicia Murillo de Servin, Marisela Murillo Contreras, Juan Murillo, Francisco Javier Murillo, and Angelita Murillo. Together they shared...

Sep 22, 2024

Gilbert Ramirez, born on December 1, 1952, in East Los Angeles, California, passed away peacefully on September 22 2024, in Long Beach, California. 

He is survived by his children: Gilbert Ramirez Jr., Andrew Ramirez, Lori Ramirez, Patricia Perea, and Raymond Ramirez.

Viewing and Service will be held at Chapel Of Memories Funeral Home, located at 12626 Woods Avenue, Norwalk, CA 90650. Burial...