Forest Lawn
Memorial Pages
Mildred Castro
May 22, 2026
Mildred “Midge” Castro, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026 at her home in Garden Grove, CA, surrounded by her family. She was 87 years old.
Born near New Jersey on July 18, 1938, Midge lived a life defined by kindness, intelligence, and a deep, unwavering love for others. From an...
Manuel De Jesus Benavente
May 22, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Manuel De Jesus Benavente on May 22, 2026. A beloved father, grandfather, and friend, whose strength, integrity, and unwavering devotion made him the pillar of our family. His life was defined by hard work, selflessness, and deep love for those around him.
Manuel is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Amanda...
Maria Blanquita Ayala
May 22, 2026
Blanquita, lovingly known to most as "Grandma," passed away on May 22, 2026, in Rialto, California. Born on August 21, 1934, in San Juan Opico, El Salvador, she carried the warmth and soul of her homeland with her throughout her life, becoming a beacon of love and strength to her family and community.
Blanquita was much more than a mother and...
Geraldine Koon
May 22, 2026
Geraldine Koon, lovingly known as Geri, passed away peacefully at her home in Highland, on May 22, 2026. Born on February 14, 1942, in Gloucester City, Geri’s vibrant and joyful spirit enriched the lives of all who knew her. Her unwavering love for family and her warm zest for life will forever be cherished by those fortunate enough to share...
Goruon Hayrapetian
May 22, 2026
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Goruon Hayrapetian, who peacefully entered eternal rest on May 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Goruon was born on August 16, 1941, in Miyaneh, Iran, to Aren and Christineh Hayrapetian. Raised in Tehran, he developed a lifelong love for mountain climbing, a deep pride in his Armenian heritage, and...
Alva Consuelo Alvarado De Ruano
May 21, 2026
With both tender hearts and unwavering faith, we announce the passing of Alva Alvarado De Ruano (age 74), who entered into the glorious presence of her Lord and Savior on May 21, 2026.
Born on November 26, 1951, lived a life defined by grace, faith, and an abiding love for her family. Though we grieve her physical absence, we take immense...
Olga Mejia Magdaleno
May 21, 2026
Olga M. Magdaleno, a beloved wife, mother, sister, daughter, grandmother, and great-grandmother, gracefully departed this life on May 21, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on February 9, 1953, in the town of Tacatzcuaro, Michoacan, Mexico, Olga’s journey began when she migrated to the United States in 1956, finding her home in La Puente, California where she was raised...
Luis Martinez Ochoa
May 21, 2026
Luis Martinez Ochoa, 90, born on October 30, 1935, in San Salvador, El Salvador, passed away May 21, 2026. He resided in Los Angeles, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Glendale, CA.
Tomas Flores Hernandez
May 21, 2026
Tomas Flores Hernandez, 61, born on January 28, 1965, in Teloloapan, GRO, Mexico, passed away May 21, 2026. He resided in Buena Park, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cypress, CA.
Gary Lee
May 21, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Robert Lee, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, retired police officer, and proud United States Navy veteran who passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026 at the age of 85.
Gary honorably served his country in the United States Navy before dedicating many years of service to his community as...
David Stoltz
May 21, 2026
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of David Stoltz, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and cherished member of his community, who departed this life on May 21, 2026, in Lakewood, California. Born on September 17, 1949, in San Antonio, Texas, David’s journey was marked by dedication, love, and an enduring spirit that touched all...
Gilbert Moreno
May 20, 2026
Gilbert Moreno, 41, born on November 11, 1984, in Los Angeles, CA, United States, passed away May 20, 2026. He resided in Los Angeles, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Glendale, CA.
Patricia Escalona David
May 20, 2026
Patricia Escalona David passed away surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion to those she loved most.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Serafin C. David Jr, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, innumerable matching colored outfits, countless cherished memories, and memorable experiences of exploring all corners of...
Aurelia Gonzalez Mata
May 20, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Aurelia Gonzalez Mata, on May 20, 2026.
Aurelia was born in October 1939 in Durango, Galeana, Mexico. She made her home in California, where she spent most of her life and lovingly raised her family. Her life was a testament to perseverance, faith, and compassion.
She never hesitated to help those...
Maria Maline
May 20, 2026
In Loving Memory of Maria Maline
May 20, 1949 – May 20, 2025
In 1949, during the final year of the Chinese Communist Revolution, Maria was born in Guangzhou, China. Just a few days after her birth, she boarded a ship bound for Taiwan, beginning the first migration of her life. May 20 was her birthday.
Maria was the third of five children,...
Iancu Zica
May 20, 2026
Iancu Zica, 89, born on January 17, 1937, in Alfatar, Romania, passed away May 20, 2026. He resided in Reseda, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, CA.
Thomas Thompson
May 20, 2026
Thomas (Tom) John Thompson, age 83 of Palm Springs, CA was born November 20,1942 in Buffalo, NY to John and Theresa (LaPlante) Thompson. He married Nancy Lindelow in 1965 with whom he had a cherished daughter Traci Lynn Thompson in 1968. They were divorced in 1973. Despite not having finished high school, Tom went on to earn his GED, a...
Socorro Galvez
May 20, 2026
It is with profound sorrow and heartfelt remembrance that we announce the passing of Socorro Galvez, who left us on May 20, 2026, in Atwater Village. Born on October 20, 1945, in El Sauz, Jalisco, Mexico, Socorro came to the United States at the age of 18 with hope and determination. She immediately began working full-time, dedicating thirty years of...
Dolores Martin
May 19, 2026
Dolores Martin, 96, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026. She was born on April 14, 1930, in Manila, Philippines.
Dolores was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose faith, kindness, and devotion to her family touched the lives of many.
She is survived by her 7 children: Emy, Agnes, Rey, Ronaldo, Luz, Rosy, and Alice, her...

