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Bertha Vargas

March 3, 1948 — April 23, 2025

Bertha Vargas

March 3, 1948 — April 23, 2025

Bertha Vargas passed away in her home on April 23rd in Los Angeles, CA surrounded by loved ones. She was 77 years old. Born on March 03, 1948 in La Granja, GTO, Mexico, to Antonio and Virginia Castro, she moved to Tijuana with her family as a young girl. It was here where she later met the love her life Pedro Vargas, a family friend.

They married in June of 1969 and made their home in Los Angeles, CA. While Pedro worked for Bethlehem Steel , Bertha raised their three daughters Gabriela, Virginia, and Alejandra. During that time, she volunteered at her children’s school, took English and citizenship classes, and later worked at Sears, Roebuck and Company.

Bertha was married for 29 years before the death of her love Pedro in 1998. In the remaining 27 years of her life, she cared for her seven grandchildren and remained close to her five sisters. She will always be remembered for her humble, hard working, and loving presence in others.

Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Glendale, CA.

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Vigil of Bertha Vargas

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

5:00 - 9:00 pm (Pacific time)

Forest Lawn - Glendale - Little Church of the Flowers

1712 South Glendale Avenue, Glendale, CA 91205

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Funeral Service of Bertha Vargas

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

10:00 - 11:00 am (Pacific time)

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

2210 Sichel Street, Los Angeles, CA 90031

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