Forest Lawn Obituaries

Local obituaries serving Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside Counties, including Covina Hills, Cypress, Glendale, Hollywood Hills, Long Beach, Cathedral City, Coachella Valley, and Indio.


Ponciano Ayson Jr.

Ponciano Ayson Jr.

Apr 3, 2025

Ponciano S. Ayson Jr., 72, of Burbank, CA passed away on April 3, 2025 at Valley Presbyterian Hospital with his family. He is known to many as Pong and Bah-ding to his family.

Pong was born on September 21, 1952, to Ponciano Sr. and Lucia in Angeles City, Philippines. After graduating high school from Holy Angel College in 1969, he continued...

Eric Groetzinger

Eric Groetzinger

Apr 3, 2025

Eric Groetzinger, 94, born on January 05, 1931, passed away April 03, 2025. He resided in Las Vegas, NV at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Covina Hills, CA.

He is survived by his daughter Judy Dekalb and sons, Ric and Rod, His grandchildren Amy Evans, Leah Dekalb, Rachael and Emily Groetzinger and Danielle...

Trần Thị Hai, Mrs. Phùng Bỉnh Ky

Trần Thị Hai, Mrs. Phùng Bỉnh Ky

Apr 3, 2025

It is with deep sadness and immense gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Hai Thi Tran—a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother—on April 3, 2025, at the age of 92. She passed away peacefully in San Jose, California, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in Vietnam, Hai Thi Tran was a woman of remarkable strength,...

Angelica Gaor

Angelica Gaor

Apr 3, 2025

Angelica Gaor, 86, born on January 09, 1939, in Manila, Philippines, passed away April 03, 2025. She resided in Lake Elsinore, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cypress, CA.

Madlen Tehrani

Madlen Tehrani

Apr 3, 2025

Madlen Tehrani, 78, born on July 11, 1946, in Tehran, Iran, passed away April 03, 2025. She resided in Woodland Hills, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Glendale, CA.

Rosa Angelica Arenas

Rosa Angelica Arenas

Apr 3, 2025

Rosa Angelica Arenas, 54, born on August 17, 1970, passed away April 03, 2025. She resided in Sun Valley, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, CA.

William Copperman

William Copperman

Apr 3, 2025

William Copperman, 92, born on December 04, 1932, in Cleveland , OH, United States, passed away April 03, 2025. He resided in Palm Desert, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cathedral City, CA.

Peter Angelo Arboleda

Peter Angelo Arboleda

Apr 3, 2025

Peter Angelo "Louie" Arboleda, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on April 3, 2025, at the age of 60 in Riverside, CA. Born on May 17, 1964, in Long Beach, CA, Peter was the light in the lives of many, known for his witty, carefree, and humorous personality.

Peter is survived by his devoted wife, Michelaine Arboleda,...

Suzanne Mills

Suzanne Mills

Apr 2, 2025

Suzanne Mills, 80, born on April 28, 1944, in Glendale, CA, United States, passed away April 02, 2025. She resided in Laguna Woods, CA at the time of her passing. She is succeeded by Ross Mills, her loving husband of 47 years, her sister Patricia Stillman, niece Heather Cantoni, and nephew Justin Cox. Her passions were painting, gardening, and all...

Ethel Waller

Ethel Waller

Apr 2, 2025

Ethel Waller, 89, born on December 29, 1935, in , ND, United States, passed away April 02, 2025. She resided in Norwalk, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cypress, CA.

Jimmy Dela Cruz

Jimmy Dela Cruz

Apr 2, 2025

Jimmy Dela Cruz, 83, born on April 30, 1941, in Catanduanes, Philippines, passed away April 02, 2025. He resided in Pasadena, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Glendale, CA.

Douglas Rindt

Douglas Rindt

Apr 2, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas Raymond Rindt on April 2, 2025, in Chatsworth, California. Doug was born on October 23, 1940, in Appleton, Wisconsin, and lived a full life, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and lasting memories.

Doug is survived by his wife, Marianela, his children (Pam, Jill, and Brad), his stepchildren...

Alfredo Velasco

Alfredo Velasco

Apr 1, 2025

BURBANK, CA — Alfredo Velasco, 85 years of age, passed peacefully in his sleep on April 1st at 9:10 pm, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Nayarit, Mexico, Alfredo was one of twenty-one children—twenty boys and one girl. A spirited youth, he was a boxer, adventurer, and lifelong soccer fan of Chivas de Guadalajara. He played and managed soccer into...

Alberto C. Vertido

Alberto C. Vertido

Apr 1, 2025

Alberto “aka Tito or Papaw” C. Vertido, 81 years old, born on August 21st, 1943, in Pagsanjan Laguna, Philippines. He lived most of his life in Metro Manila, Philippines until he moved to the United States of America in 2003. He resided in Rosemead, CA at the time of his passing on April 1st, 2025.

A beloved Son, Brother, Husband and...

Michael Jordan

Michael Jordan

Apr 1, 2025

Michael Jordan, 70, born on December 16, 1954, in Burbank, CA, United States, passed away April 01, 2025. He resided in Burbank, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, CA.

Edwin Wong

Edwin Wong

Apr 1, 2025

Edwin Wong, 82, born on August 15, 1942, in Shanghai, China, passed away April 01, 2025. He resided in Covina, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Covina Hills, CA.

Gloria Gay

Gloria Gay

Apr 1, 2025

Gloria Gay, 90, born on October 14, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY, United States, passed away April 01, 2025. She resided in Van Nuys, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, CA.

Fortman Yan

Fortman Yan

Apr 1, 2025

Fortman Yan, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and cherished brother, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, surrounded by his family in Chino, CA. Born on May 6, 1946 in Valencia, Negros Or., Philippines, Fortman's journey through life was marked by his generous spirit and boundless laughter, which brought joy to all who had the privilege of knowing him.

With an...

Betty Bilyeu

Betty Bilyeu

Apr 1, 2025

Betty Bilyeu, a devoted mother, grandmother, and compassionate caregiver, passed away peacefully on April 1st, 2025 at the age of 87. Born in Springfield, Missouri, she dedicated her life to serving others, first as a proud Army nurse, and later as a dedicated VA nurse, retiring after 20 years of service.

Betty's unwavering commitment to healthcare and her fellow veterans touched...

Christina Bolos

Christina Bolos

Apr 1, 2025

Christina Bolos, 75, born on October 26, 1949, in Medan, Indonesia, passed away April 01, 2025. She resided in Lakewood, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cypress, CA.

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