OBITUARIES

"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die."
- Thomas Campbell
Christina Bocanegra Villegas

Christina Bocanegra Villegas

Dec 20, 2024

Christina Bocanegra-Villegas, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend, passed away on Friday, December 20, at her home in Colton, California.

Born on May 31, 1956, in Colton, she was the youngest of five children born to Frank O. and Amalia (née Esquer) Bocanegra. After graduating from Colton High School in 1974, she continued her education at San Bernardino Valley College,...

Russell Paul Nichols

Russell Paul Nichols

Dec 19, 2024

Russell Paul Nichols, born on April 12, 1937, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024. He was a remarkable individual whose life was marked by dedication, kindness, and a profound impact on those who knew him.

Russell is survived by his cherished family members and friends, each of whom will carry fond memories of his wisdom, humor, and unwavering support. His...

Pedro Ayala

Pedro Ayala

Dec 19, 2024

Pedro “Pete” Ayala, 52, of Donna and McAllen, TX, passed away peacefully in his sleep

on Thursday morning, December 19, 2024.

Pete was a very talented blues guitarist who played professionally since his teenage

years. His skills made him a much sought after musician across the Rio Grande Valley

and the Southwest. His first professional job was playing guitar with the country band,

Tumbleweed, of...

Fernando Gutierrez Pena

Fernando Gutierrez Pena

Dec 19, 2024

Es con profunda tristeza y pesar que anunciamos el fallecimiento de Fernando Gutiérrez, un amado esposo, padre y pilar de nuestra comunidad. Fernando nació el 12 de noviembre de 1963 y partió pacíficamente de esta vida después de luchar valientemente contra el cáncer durante casi cuatro años. Estaba rodeado de su amorosa familia cuando entró en el descanso eterno.

Fernando era...

Laura Belmares

Laura Belmares

Dec 18, 2024

Obituario de Laura Belmares

Con profunda tristeza y pesar, la familia de Laura Belmares anuncia su fallecimiento, ocurrido el 18 de diciembre de 2024. Laura, quien nació el 4 de julio de 1940, deja un vacío imposible de llenar, y su partida deja un rastro de amor y recuerdos imborrables en los corazones de quienes tuvieron la fortuna de conocerla.Laura Belmares...

Martin Salinas

Martin Salinas

Dec 17, 2024

Martin Hernandez Salinas, 55, passed away on December, 17, 2024 in McAllen, Texas. 

Martin was born in Santa Ana, California, to Felicitas Pena Hernandez and Martiriano Osuna Salinas on October 7, 1969. 

Martin was born in California, but spent most of his life in McAllen, TX. In McAllen, Martin met Maria Loudres Cruz when they were both 14 in 1983. In March...

Elizabeth Pena

Elizabeth Pena

Dec 15, 2024

Con profundo pesar, la familia Peña Silva comunica el sensible fallecimiento de Elizabeth Peña, quien partió el 15 de dicembre del 2024, dejando un legado de amor, conocimiento y dedicación.

Elizabeth nació el 14 de junio de 1971 en Laredo, Tamaulipas, México. A los 4 años, se trasladó con su familia a la ciudad de Reynosa, donde creció y destacó por...

Alfonso Vergara Ponce

Alfonso Vergara Ponce

Dec 14, 2024

Alfonso Vergara Ponce, a beloved father and a cherished member of the Montebello community, passed away on December 14, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on October 30, 1937, in Puebla, Mexico, Alfonso carried with him the warmth and spirit of his roots throughout his life.

In pursuit of a better life, Alfonso embarked on a journey that led him...

Andrew John Cardiel

Andrew John Cardiel

Dec 13, 2024

Andrew John Cardiel Sr., 78, of Norwalk, CA passed away on December 13, 2024 at his home in Banning, CA. He was born the 1st day of December in 1946 in Los Angeles, CA the son of Eugene and Micaela Cardiel. 

Andrew graduated from Excelsior high school in 1964,then proudly served his country as a Corporal in the United States Marine...

Raymond Elias Lopez

Raymond Elias Lopez

Dec 13, 2024

It is with a profound sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond Elias Lopez, whose spirit departed from us on December 13, 2024.

Born June 15, 1972 in La Isla, San Buenaventura, Departamento de Usulutan, El Salvador. The second youngest of 6, he was always the bright light of his family. 

Growing up, he was very close with his mother. He...

About Deco Familia Obituaries

Deco Familia offers a collection of obituaries for Los Angeles, Ontario, Colton, Paramount in CA and McAllen, TX. With funeral and cremation services throughout San Bernardino County, Los Angeles County, California cities, and Hidalgo County, Texas that are updated regularly. Find local California or local Texas obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies. 

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