Forest Lawn Obituaries
Edward Rafter
Feb 4, 2024
In Loving Memory of Edward Rafter (1934–2024)
Edward Rafter, born on April 19, 1934, in Hazelton, PA, United States, left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew him. His journey was one of service, love, and adventure.
A Life of ServiceEdward’s commitment to duty began early. He graduated from Hazelton High School, PA, with an emphasis in woodworking and...
Aurora Vaca
Feb 3, 2024
Aurora Vaca, 98, born on January 06, 1926, in Manila, Philippines, passed away February 03, 2024. She resided in Moreno Valley, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cypress, CA.
Torgom Vartanian
Feb 3, 2024
Torgom Vartanian, 77, born on December 07, 1946, passed away February 03, 2024. He resided in Rancho Cucamonga, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Glendale, CA.
Gary Merritt
Feb 3, 2024
Gary Merritt, 86, born on January 12, 1938, in , OH, United States, passed away February 03, 2024. He resided in Rancho Mirage, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cathedral City, CA.
Daniel Fookes
Feb 3, 2024
Daniel Fookes, 93, born on May 13, 1930, in Happy, TX, United States, passed away February 03, 2024. He resided in Thermal, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Coachella, CA.
Evangelina Ortiz
Feb 3, 2024
Evangelina Vazquez Ortiz, age 82, born on April 16, 1941, in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, entered into rest on Saturday, February 3, 2024. She resided in Menifee, California at the time of her passing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jose Manuel Ortiz. She is survived by her five children, Rosina Ortiz Padilla, Adriana Ortiz, Joseph Ortiz, Elizabeth...
Jane Perez
Feb 3, 2024
Jane Perez, 95, born on January 11, 1929, in Superior , AZ, United States, passed away February 03, 2024. She resided in Thermal, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cathedral City, CA.
Manuel Leon
Feb 3, 2024
Manuel Leon, 71, born on September 04, 1952, passed away February 03, 2024. He resided in South Gate, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, CA.
Araksi Benneian
Feb 2, 2024
Araksi Benneian, born on February 25, 1928, in Jerusalem, Palestine, left us on February 2, 2024, God willing, to be in eternal peace with the Lord. At almost 96 years of age, she succumbed to complications of old age.
Araksi was a devoted wife and mother raising five children, Joseph, Mary, Vicken, Mike and Hermine. She is survived by her five...
Jacob Battieste Jr.
Feb 2, 2024
Jacob Battieste Jr., 84, born on February 06, 1939, in New Orleans, LA, United States, passed away February 02, 2024. He resided in Rancho Cucamonga, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Covina Hills, CA.
Maria Bertha Acosta
Feb 2, 2024
Maria Bertha Acosta, 73, born on February 4, 1950, in Culiacan, SIN, Mexico, passed away February 02, 2024. She resided in Westminster, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cypress, CA.
Anita Barry
Feb 2, 2024
Anita Barry, 86, born on September 20, 1937, in Arvika, Sweden, passed away February 02, 2024. She resided in Garden Grove, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cypress, CA.
Janet Rought
Feb 2, 2024
Janet Rought, 78, born on December 14, 1945, in Los Angeles, California, passed away on February 02, 2024. She resided in San Dimas, California at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Covina, California. She is survived by her daughters Steffney Rought-Crawford and Carey Culligan, her sons-in-law Brett Crawford and Aidan Culligan, and her...
Bryan Martinez
Feb 2, 2024
Bryan Martinez, 36, born on July 03, 1987, in Long Beach, CA, United States, passed away February 02, 2024. He resided in Long Beach, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Cypress, CA.
Chung-Yung Wu
Feb 2, 2024
Chung-Yung Wu, 80, born on October 16, 1943, passed away February 02, 2024. He resided in Montebello, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Covina Hills, CA.
Rosa Bigno
Feb 2, 2024
Rosa Bigno, 88, born on April 29, 1935, in Zamora, Michoacan, Mexico, passed away February 02, 2024. She resided in Los Angeles, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Glendale, CA.
Anita Perez
Feb 2, 2024
Anita Perez, 89, born on July 25, 1934, in Edcouch, TX, United States, passed away February 02, 2024. She resided in Indio, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Coachella, CA.
Dashawna Taylor
Feb 1, 2024
Dashawna Taylor, 48, born on February 26, 1975, in Lynwood, CA, United States, passed away February 01, 2024. She resided in Long Beach, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Long Beach, CA.
Gamaliel “Mark” Gomez
Feb 1, 2024
Gamaliel Gomez, 56, born on February 25, 1967, in Monterey, NL, Mexico, passed away February 01, 2024. He resided in Downey, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Long Beach, CA.
Mary Johnson
Feb 1, 2024
Mary Johnson, 79, born on August 12, 1944, in , LA, United States, passed away February 01, 2024. She resided in Long Beach, CA at the time of her passing. Arrangements are under the care of Forest Lawn, Long Beach, CA.