Estella Baradi

In Loving Memory of Estella R. Baradi

April 20, 1935 – July 18, 2025

It is with deep love and gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the passing of Estella R. Baradi, who departed peacefully at the age of 90.

Born on April 20, 1935, in Cadaratan, Bacarra, Ilocos Norte, Philippines, Estella was the beloved daughter of Bernabe Ranchez, Sr. and Isabel dela Cruz Ranchez. She was the cherished sister of Clarita Respicio, the late Milagros Madolora, the late Bernabe Ranchez, Jr., and Prudencio Ranchez.

From a young age, Estella stood out for her intelligence, gentleness, and generosity. She was known for her beautiful singing voice and her deep compassion for others. A gifted student, she graduated with honors from Cadaratan Elementary School, was Salutatorian at Bacarra Provincial High School, and again Salutatorian at Chinese General Hospital School of Nursing. She later earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from California State University, Los Angeles.

Estella’s nursing career was marked by excellence, service, and global impact. She began as an exchange nurse in New York before continuing her work as a Staff Nurse and later Head Nurse at Lion’s Gate Hospital in South Vancouver, British Columbia. Her professional qualifications extended across the Philippines, British Columbia, and California, where she was a licensed Registered Nurse.

Though Estella had no children of her own, she was lovingly known as “Lola Estel” to countless nieces, nephews, and their children. She had a nurturing soul and lived to serve others—whether through financial support, heartfelt prayers, or simply offering her presence in times of need. Her generosity extended to supporting the education of her siblings and relatives and contributing faithfully to church missions and activities, including singing in the choir and volunteering in various ministries.

Faith was the foundation of Estella’s life. She was a devoted Christian who loved her Savior, Jesus, and reflected His character through her actions—always kind, patient, and selfless. Her calm strength and unwavering faith made her a light to everyone she encountered.

She is survived by her sister Clarita Respicio, her brother Prudencio Ranchez and his wife Ruth, and many loving nieces and nephews, including Mervin & Kim Madolora and their children, Michael & Adrienne Madolora and their children, Jennifer Ranchez Perez & Robert Perez with their children, and Daniel & Sharon Ranchez and their children, among many others who were blessed by her love.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Isauro Baradi.

Estella Baradi, 90, born on April 20, 1935, in Ilocos Norte, Philippines, passed away July 18, 2025. She resided in North Hollywood, CA at the time of her passing.

Estella will be remembered always for her kindness, her unwavering faith, and her boundless love. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched, the prayers she lifted, and the joy she brought to all who knew her.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations to the Cadaratan Information Center, honoring Estella’s legacy of education and service. For more information or to contribute, please contact her brother, Prudencio Ranchez.