Leonardo Llave

Leonardo Marasigan Llave, 79, born on June 19, 1946, in Lucena City, Philippines, has passed on to his eternal home on July 22, 2025. He resided in Buena Park, CA at the time of his passing.

Nardito or Nard, as he was known by family and friends, was a quiet, gentle and very responsible man. He was a very attentive and loving husband and father, who showed much affection for his family.

Leonardo graduated as the class of 1962 Salutatorian of the vocational track at the Quezon Provincial High School in Lucena City, Philippines. As a young man, he opted to go to the local Luzonian University instead of the University of the Philippines, even though he had the brains for it so as not to be a burden to his family. He raised pigs so he would have money to pay for his tuition and other college expenses. He graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Luzonian University, now known as the Enverga University, in 1966. He was one of only three people from his college that year to pass the national CPA licensure exam in one try, when most accounting graduates took the same exam ten times on average before passing. Leonardo's hard work and dedication paid off. His first job was at Sycip, Gorres & Velayo, the Philippines' top accounting firm. Afterwards, he became the Finance Manager at Encyclopedia Britannica Philippines head office, which was the equivalent of Google at that time.

Leonardo immigrated to the US in 1990. He began a new chapter in his life, this time with his wife and three daughters in tow. He encountered new challenges in a foreign land, with a different culture and way of living. Through it all, he faced these challenges and successfully provided for his family.

Leonardo's family will always remember him as a thoughtful and selfless man. He gave them his all, hardly leaving anything for himself. His loss leaves a big void in our hearts, and he will be sorely missed.

Leonardo was predeceased by his parents, Abelardo Llave and Purificacion Marasigan; sister, Levita, and brother, Lindo. He is survived by his wife, Cezarine; daughters, Llewellyn, Lorellyn and Lenilyn; sister, Lorna, and brothers, Luis, Lorenzo and Leandro; sons-in-law, Kenny, Allan and John; and grandchildren, Kevin, Konrad, Kaela, Hazel, Alexis Jae, Leonardo and Kathryn.

Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cypress, CA with address at 4471 Lincoln Avenue, Cypress, California 90630. Viewing will be held on Monday, August 4, 2025 from 1:00 - 9:00 pm at the Hope Chapel.

Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 from 2:00 - 3:00 pm at the Patriots Chapel, with burial to follow.