Elarma Palma

Elarma "Emma" Palma, age 78, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025. She was born on November 28, 1946, in Alcala Pangasinan, Philippines, and resided in Cerritos, California, at the time of her passing.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Kenny Palma, her devoted daughter, Kristine Palma, and her cherished grandson, Emerson Palma.

Emma was the loving daughter of the late Telesforo and Felisa Lomboy, and the dear sister of the late Artemio Lomboy, the late Erlinda Pensader, Aida Ibe, Ligaya Riel, and Estrellita Quiming.  She is also remembered by her many cousins, nieces, and nephews, all of whom held a special place in her heart.

Viewing and prayer services will be held at Forest Lawn, 4471 Lincoln Ave., Cypress, CA 90630, in the Patriots Chapel on Wednesday, July 23 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Thursday, July 24 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, July 25 at 10:00 AM at St. Linus Catholic Church, 13915 Shoemaker Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650. Interment to immediately follow at Forest Lawn Mortuary.

A gathering of family and friends will follow at the Gamboa-Levy residence, 4221 Avenida Madrid, Cypress, CA 90630.

Emma’s love, strength, and quiet grace left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, a proud grandmother, and a kind soul who gave generously to those around her. Emma and Kenny shared 55 wonderful years of marriage and worked side by side in their Farmers Insurance business. She found joy in cooking, crocheting, playing mahjong, and, most of all, spending time with the people she loved. Her memory will live on in our hearts, and the warmth of her spirit will continue to embrace us always.

Emma will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.