Obituaries
Obituaries for Douglass Family Mortuary
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Ernesto Perez Jr.
Sep 4, 2025
It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Ernesto “Tito” Perez Jr, on September 4, 2025 at the age of 40. He is survived by his parents, 4 siblings and son, Joshua Perez.
Ernesto was one of the most loving and kind hearted person in this world. Eveyone he came across would let you know how he always left...
Magdalena Urdiano
Sep 1, 2025
Magdalena Urdiano nació en Usmajac, Jalisco, México, el 27 de mayo de 1951 y falleció el 1 de septiembre de 2025, rodeada del amor de su familia. Conocida con cariño como “Mama Maggie” por quienes la amaban, compartió 52 años de vida junto a su esposo, José Cruz. Juntos hicieron de Los Ángeles su hogar, donde formaron una hermosa familia...
María Mirna Jiménez Guzmán
Aug 31, 2025
María Mirna Jiménez Guzmán nació el 14 de diciembre en Estación Yago, Nayarit, México. Durante 33 años compartió su vida con su amado esposo Isidoro, con quien formó una hermosa familia y a quien entregó su amor en el hogar. Encontraba alegría en la cocina y, sobre todo, en la compañía de sus seres queridos.
El 31 de agosto de 2025...
Juana D. Vallejo
Aug 27, 2025
The dragonfly cuts through the wind— a symbol of change, a messenger between worlds, and a reminder of resilience and enduring strength.
So too was Juana’s spirit— unyielding in her step, tenacious in her journey, and always guiding others toward what endures.
From hardship, strength is born. From endurance, purpose rises. Out of struggle comes resilience. Out of patience comes wisdom. Out...
Ángel Cueva
Aug 26, 2025
Angel Cueva was born on April 30, 1926, in Tecolotlan, Jalisco, Mexico, and entered into eternal rest on August 26, 2025, in South Gate, California, with his loving family by his side.
A devoted husband, father, and hardworking man, Angel made South Gate his home, where he lovingly raised his family. For 51 wonderful years, he shared his life with his...
José Alfredo Sotelo
Aug 20, 2025
José Alfredo Sotelo, lovingly known as "Chino,” passed away on August 20, 2025, at the age of 51. He is survived by his loving mother, and his 9 siblings. He will be remembered with love by his 28 nieces and nephews. José Alfredo has been reunited in heaven with his father, Daniel. May he rest in eternal peace.
“Do not let...
Arturo González Mendoza
Aug 20, 2025
Arturo González Mendoza partió a la Casa del Padre el 20 de agosto de 2025, rodeado del amor de su familia. Nació el 23 de junio de 1946 en Los Reyes, Michoacán, México. Durante 55 años compartió un matrimonio lleno de amor y fidelidad con su esposa Yolanda. Juntos hicieron su hogar en Huntington Park, California, donde con cariño formaron...
Carol Jean Metcalf
Aug 4, 2025
Carol Jean Metcalf passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, at the age of 84. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David E. Metcalf. Carol will be dearly missed by her family and all who knew and loved her.
María Concepción Osegueda
Jul 31, 2025
María Concepción, querida madre y abuela, falleció el 31 de julio de 2025 en Compton, California. Nació en Michoacán, México, y a lo largo de su vida fue un ejemplo de amor, fortaleza y dedicación para su familia.
María Concepción será recordada con profundo amor y cariño por todos quienes tuvieron el privilegio de conocerla, especialmente por sus 12 hijos e...
Florence Marie Ferguson
Jul 19, 2025
Florence Marie Ferguson, age 52, of Compton, California passed away on July 19, 2025.
Florence was a devoted daughter, a loving mother to 7 children, and a cherished grandmother to 21 grandchildren. She will be dearly missed and forever loved.
Jose Manuel Araya
Jul 5, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Jose Manuel Araya
December 19, 1984 - July 5, 2025
Viewing: July 17, 2025
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Rosary: 5:00pm
By: Carmen Cortes
Douglass Family Mortuary
3363 E. Imperial Hwy.
Lynwood, California 90262
Church Mass: July 18, 2025
9:00am
St. Emydius Catholic Church
10900 California Avenue
Lynwood, California 90262
Burial: July 18, 2025
11:00am
Park Lawn Cemetery
6555 E. Gage Avenue
Commerce, California 90040
Lucille Edwards - Rucker
Jun 28, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Lucille Edwards - Rucker
September 25, 1943 - June 28,2025
On June 28, 2025, Lucille Meriam Edwards Rucker declared “Victory” as she returned home to her Heavenly Father. Known simply as Mimmie and Lucille to family and friends, she was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, later moving to Los Angeles, California as a teenager—where she would live...
Daniel John Crooymans
Jun 1, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Daniel John Crooymans
October 12, 1980 - June 1, 2025
Daniel John Crooymans, 44, of San Dimas, California, passed away on June 1, 2025. Born October 12, 1980, in Arcadia, California, Daniel was the beloved son of John and Kathy Crooymans. Known to most as Dan, he had a deep passion for cooking and fishing, and he never missed...
San Juana Hernandez De Venegas
May 11, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
SanJuana Hernandez De Venegas
April 29, 1938 - May 11, 2025
Viewing: Wednesday
June 4, 2025
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Rosary: 5:00pm
By: Carmen
Douglass Family Mortuary
3363 E. Imperial Hwy
Lynwood, California 90262
Church Mass: Thursday
June 5, 2025 at 10:00am
St. Emydius Catholic Church
10900 California Avenue
Lynwood, California 90262
Burial: Thursday
June 5th, 2025 at 12:00pm
All Souls Cemetery
4400 Cherry Avenue
Long Beach, California 90807
Forever In Our Hearts
Jose Espejo Ochoa
Apr 29, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Jose Espejo Ochoa
March 19, 1963 - April 29, 2025
Viewing: Thursday May 15, 2025
4:00pm - 8:00pm
5:00pm Rosary
By: Leticia
Douglass Family Mortuary
3363 E. Imperial Hwy.
Lynwood, California 90262
Funeral Mass: Friday May 16, 2025
10:00am
St. Philip Neri
4311 Olanda St.
Lynwood. California 90262
Burial: Friday May 16, 2025
11:30am
Roosevelt Memorial Park
18255 Vermont Avenue
Gardena, California 90248
Consuelo Hernandez
Apr 26, 2025
IN loving Memory Of
Consuelo Hernandez
March 9, 1944 - April 26, 2025
Viewing: May 22, 2025
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Rosary: 5:00pm
By: Church Personal
Church Mass: May 23, 2025
10:00am
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
1720 N. Culver Ave
Compton, California 90222
Burial: May 23, 2025
12:00pm
Inglewood Park Cemetery
720 E. Florence Avenue
Inglewood, California 90301
Raymond Gen
Apr 24, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Raymond Gen
September 25, 1958 – April 17, 2025
Beloved teacher, writer, and educational leader Dr. Raymond Gen died unexpectedly on
April 17, 2025. He was known by family, friends, and students as a dedicated and
caring educator with sharp sense of humor and a love for good food.
Ray was born in Oakland, California in 1958, the first of four sons...
Ellen Louise Hughes
Apr 23, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Ellen Louise Hughes
September 17, 1957 - April 23, 2025
Forever In Our Hearts
Jaime Omar Polanco
Apr 2, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Jaime Omar Polanco
April 10, 1988 - April 2, 2025
Born In Los Angeles, California
Viewing: May 2, 2025
10:00am - 12:00pm
Douglass Family Mortuary
3363 E. Imperial Hwy.
Lynwood, California 90262
Burial: May 2, 2025 - 1:00pm
Holy Cross Cemetery
5835 W. Slauson Avenue
Culver City, California 90230
Following Graveside Service we will be having Jimmy's
Celebration Of Life: Danielle's House
16028 Central Avenue
La Puente, California 91744
Ernesto Perez Jr.
Sep 4, 2025
It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Ernesto “Tito” Perez Jr, on September 4, 2025 at the age of 40. He is survived by his parents, 4 siblings and son, Joshua Perez.
Ernesto was one of the most loving and kind hearted person in this world. Eveyone he came across would let you know how he always left...
Magdalena Urdiano
Sep 1, 2025
Magdalena Urdiano nació en Usmajac, Jalisco, México, el 27 de mayo de 1951 y falleció el 1 de septiembre de 2025, rodeada del amor de su familia. Conocida con cariño como “Mama Maggie” por quienes la amaban, compartió 52 años de vida junto a su esposo, José Cruz. Juntos hicieron de Los Ángeles su hogar, donde formaron una hermosa familia...
María Mirna Jiménez Guzmán
Aug 31, 2025
María Mirna Jiménez Guzmán nació el 14 de diciembre en Estación Yago, Nayarit, México. Durante 33 años compartió su vida con su amado esposo Isidoro, con quien formó una hermosa familia y a quien entregó su amor en el hogar. Encontraba alegría en la cocina y, sobre todo, en la compañía de sus seres queridos.
El 31 de agosto de 2025...
Juana D. Vallejo
Aug 27, 2025
The dragonfly cuts through the wind— a symbol of change, a messenger between worlds, and a reminder of resilience and enduring strength.
So too was Juana’s spirit— unyielding in her step, tenacious in her journey, and always guiding others toward what endures.
From hardship, strength is born. From endurance, purpose rises. Out of struggle comes resilience. Out of patience comes wisdom. Out...
Ángel Cueva
Aug 26, 2025
Angel Cueva was born on April 30, 1926, in Tecolotlan, Jalisco, Mexico, and entered into eternal rest on August 26, 2025, in South Gate, California, with his loving family by his side.
A devoted husband, father, and hardworking man, Angel made South Gate his home, where he lovingly raised his family. For 51 wonderful years, he shared his life with his...
José Alfredo Sotelo
Aug 20, 2025
José Alfredo Sotelo, lovingly known as "Chino,” passed away on August 20, 2025, at the age of 51. He is survived by his loving mother, and his 9 siblings. He will be remembered with love by his 28 nieces and nephews. José Alfredo has been reunited in heaven with his father, Daniel. May he rest in eternal peace.
“Do not let...
Arturo González Mendoza
Aug 20, 2025
Arturo González Mendoza partió a la Casa del Padre el 20 de agosto de 2025, rodeado del amor de su familia. Nació el 23 de junio de 1946 en Los Reyes, Michoacán, México. Durante 55 años compartió un matrimonio lleno de amor y fidelidad con su esposa Yolanda. Juntos hicieron su hogar en Huntington Park, California, donde con cariño formaron...
Carol Jean Metcalf
Aug 4, 2025
Carol Jean Metcalf passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, at the age of 84. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David E. Metcalf. Carol will be dearly missed by her family and all who knew and loved her.
María Concepción Osegueda
Jul 31, 2025
María Concepción, querida madre y abuela, falleció el 31 de julio de 2025 en Compton, California. Nació en Michoacán, México, y a lo largo de su vida fue un ejemplo de amor, fortaleza y dedicación para su familia.
María Concepción será recordada con profundo amor y cariño por todos quienes tuvieron el privilegio de conocerla, especialmente por sus 12 hijos e...
Florence Marie Ferguson
Jul 19, 2025
Florence Marie Ferguson, age 52, of Compton, California passed away on July 19, 2025.
Florence was a devoted daughter, a loving mother to 7 children, and a cherished grandmother to 21 grandchildren. She will be dearly missed and forever loved.
Jose Manuel Araya
Jul 5, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Jose Manuel Araya
December 19, 1984 - July 5, 2025
Viewing: July 17, 2025
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Rosary: 5:00pm
By: Carmen Cortes
Douglass Family Mortuary
3363 E. Imperial Hwy.
Lynwood, California 90262
Church Mass: July 18, 2025
9:00am
St. Emydius Catholic Church
10900 California Avenue
Lynwood, California 90262
Burial: July 18, 2025
11:00am
Park Lawn Cemetery
6555 E. Gage Avenue
Commerce, California 90040
Lucille Edwards - Rucker
Jun 28, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Lucille Edwards - Rucker
September 25, 1943 - June 28,2025
On June 28, 2025, Lucille Meriam Edwards Rucker declared “Victory” as she returned home to her Heavenly Father. Known simply as Mimmie and Lucille to family and friends, she was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, later moving to Los Angeles, California as a teenager—where she would live...
Daniel John Crooymans
Jun 1, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Daniel John Crooymans
October 12, 1980 - June 1, 2025
Daniel John Crooymans, 44, of San Dimas, California, passed away on June 1, 2025. Born October 12, 1980, in Arcadia, California, Daniel was the beloved son of John and Kathy Crooymans. Known to most as Dan, he had a deep passion for cooking and fishing, and he never missed...
San Juana Hernandez De Venegas
May 11, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
SanJuana Hernandez De Venegas
April 29, 1938 - May 11, 2025
Viewing: Wednesday
June 4, 2025
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Rosary: 5:00pm
By: Carmen
Douglass Family Mortuary
3363 E. Imperial Hwy
Lynwood, California 90262
Church Mass: Thursday
June 5, 2025 at 10:00am
St. Emydius Catholic Church
10900 California Avenue
Lynwood, California 90262
Burial: Thursday
June 5th, 2025 at 12:00pm
All Souls Cemetery
4400 Cherry Avenue
Long Beach, California 90807
Forever In Our Hearts
Jose Espejo Ochoa
Apr 29, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Jose Espejo Ochoa
March 19, 1963 - April 29, 2025
Viewing: Thursday May 15, 2025
4:00pm - 8:00pm
5:00pm Rosary
By: Leticia
Douglass Family Mortuary
3363 E. Imperial Hwy.
Lynwood, California 90262
Funeral Mass: Friday May 16, 2025
10:00am
St. Philip Neri
4311 Olanda St.
Lynwood. California 90262
Burial: Friday May 16, 2025
11:30am
Roosevelt Memorial Park
18255 Vermont Avenue
Gardena, California 90248
Consuelo Hernandez
Apr 26, 2025
IN loving Memory Of
Consuelo Hernandez
March 9, 1944 - April 26, 2025
Viewing: May 22, 2025
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Rosary: 5:00pm
By: Church Personal
Church Mass: May 23, 2025
10:00am
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
1720 N. Culver Ave
Compton, California 90222
Burial: May 23, 2025
12:00pm
Inglewood Park Cemetery
720 E. Florence Avenue
Inglewood, California 90301
Raymond Gen
Apr 24, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Raymond Gen
September 25, 1958 – April 17, 2025
Beloved teacher, writer, and educational leader Dr. Raymond Gen died unexpectedly on
April 17, 2025. He was known by family, friends, and students as a dedicated and
caring educator with sharp sense of humor and a love for good food.
Ray was born in Oakland, California in 1958, the first of four sons...
Ellen Louise Hughes
Apr 23, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Ellen Louise Hughes
September 17, 1957 - April 23, 2025
Forever In Our Hearts
Jaime Omar Polanco
Apr 2, 2025
In Loving Memory Of
Jaime Omar Polanco
April 10, 1988 - April 2, 2025
Born In Los Angeles, California
Viewing: May 2, 2025
10:00am - 12:00pm
Douglass Family Mortuary
3363 E. Imperial Hwy.
Lynwood, California 90262
Burial: May 2, 2025 - 1:00pm
Holy Cross Cemetery
5835 W. Slauson Avenue
Culver City, California 90230
Following Graveside Service we will be having Jimmy's
Celebration Of Life: Danielle's House
16028 Central Avenue
La Puente, California 91744
