Forest Lawn Obituaries

Nov 14, 2024

Amparo Dela Cruz, 81, born on November 19, 1942, in Virac, Catanduanes, Philippines, passed away November 14, 2024. She resided in Glendale, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Glendale, CA.

Nov 13, 2024

Michael Arce, 73, born on May 19, 1951, in , AZ, United States, passed away November 13, 2024. He resided in West Covina, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Covina Hills, CA.

Nov 13, 2024

Gregoria Gómez Ramírez, cariñosamente conocida como “Gollita,” nació el 17 de noviembre de 1924 en la ciudad de Tiguabos, en Guantánamo, Cuba, hija de Juan Gómez Ramirez y Aeropaquita Ramírez Pérez. Pasó su infancia en San Juan de Monte Ruz, donde su familia cultivaba una finca de café. Allí creció junto a sus cinco hermanos, disfrutando de su juventud montando...

Nov 13, 2024

Raymond Joseph Embro of Commerce, TX passes away suddenly and unexpectedly, at the age of 69, on November 13th, 2024. Ray was a loving husband, father, and grandpa, who was known throughout his community. He and his wife, Sheri Embro, were together for 38 years and created a life full of love with children and grandchildren who adore him. 

Raymond Embro,...

Nov 13, 2024

Meyri Akopyan, 85, born on September 18, 1939 in Thessaloniki, Greece, passed away November 13, 2024. She resided in Los Angeles, California, at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the direction of Forest Lawn, Glendale, California.

Nov 13, 2024

Otis Lee Wright was born to Gracie Mask and Joe Dudley Wright in Buckner, Arkansas on August 14, 1928, and went to Glory on November 13, 2024, at the age of 96. 

He attended elementary and Jr. high school in Stamps, Arkansas and spent his teenage years in Ogden, Utah. He graduated from Roston High, a boarding high school in Roston,...

Nov 13, 2024

Gay Tarr, 71, born on August 28, 1953, in Indianapolis, IN, United States, passed away November 13, 2024. She resided in Rancho Mirage, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cathedral City, CA.   Gay's husband, Eric A. Tarr,  had pre-deseased her when he passed away on February 26, 2024.

Nov 13, 2024

Cecilia Militante, affectionately known as Chicelle, was born on July 23, 1965, in Manila, Philippines. With a life defined by strength and resilience, she fought bravely against ovarian cancer for five years, demonstrating unwavering courage and a god-fearing spirit until her passing on November 13, 2024, in Northridge, California.

Chicelle's personality was a remarkable blend of warmth and determination. She welcomed...

Nov 13, 2024

Teresa Solis, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on November13, 2024, in West Covina, California. Born on October 30, 1934, in Nogales Sonora, Mexico, Teresa lived a life filled with love, resilience, and undeniable strength.

When she immigrated to Tucson, Arizona, in 1985, Teresa became both a caregiver and a devoted mother, working two jobs to ensure her...

Nov 13, 2024

Anita Kalpakian, 87, born on June 23, 1937, in New York, NY, United States, passed away November 13, 2024. She resided in Los Angeles, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, CA.

Nov 12, 2024

Cinda Diane Blakeney (nee Dennis) age 82, passed away on 11/12/2024. She is now with her parents, Richard & Esther Dennis, her brother Dal and her cousin (more like a brother) Rod. Cindy was born September 6, 1942 in Lima, Ohio. She moved with her family to Long Beach, CA in 1945 and attended John Muir elementary, Stephens Junior High...

Nov 12, 2024

Maria Castillo, 83, born on July 22, 1941, in Jayaque, El Salvador, passed away November 12, 2024. She resided in Santa Clarita, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, CA.

Nov 12, 2024

Ruth Padilla, 92, born on July 04, 1932, in Guadalupe, CA, United States, passed away November 12, 2024. She resided in Indio, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Coachella, CA.

Nov 12, 2024

Jaime DeSantiago, 62, was a hardworking, noble, loving, and caring individual who would always put the needs of others before his own. He was born October 26th,1962, in Upland California to Esteban and Luz DeSantiago and passed away November 12, 2024. He was the second oldest of 9 siblings, Gloria, Susie, Johnny, Rosemary, Olivia, Leti and Lorraine, Tony(deceased). He grew...

Nov 12, 2024

Reynaldo Malinis Torres, 76, Beloved Family Man and Talented CookIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Reynaldo “Rene” Torres at the age of 76, who departed this life on November 12th, 2024 in Torrance, California beside the love of his wife, Juliana Torres.Born on September 27, 1948, Rene dedicated his life to his family and to...

Nov 12, 2024

On November 12, 2024, Lorna Jeannette McLean passed away peacefully at the age of 86 at her residence, Ararat Gardens, in Glendale, California. She was born on September 08, 1938, in Barrie, ON, Canada.  Survived by loved sister, Bonnie Jean Robson of Barrie, Ontario.  Dear aunt of nieces and nephews residing in Canada.  Beloved Great Aunt to Jesse and Maclean.  Predeceased...

Nov 12, 2024

Karen Richmond, 74, born on October 21, 1950, in , CA, United States, passed away November 12, 2024. She resided in Yucaipa, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cypress, CA.

Nov 12, 2024

Sharon Krakker, 80, born on February 07, 1944, in Niagara Falls, NY, United States, passed away November 12, 2024. She resided in Lakewood, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Long Beach, CA.

Nov 12, 2024

On the evening of November 12, 2024, the world lost a beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and artist Donna Lucille Shaw Welsch. She passed away at her home in Long Beach, California at 90 years old.

Donna was born June 26, 1934 on a farm in Ottawa, Kansas during the Great Depression. She was the youngest daughter of George Argus Shaw and...

Nov 11, 2024