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MARY TAFOLLA Obituary

Tafolla, Mary A., born Jan. 19, 1927, left us on Dec. 27, 2010. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Mary resided most of her life here in Anaheim, CA. Mary is survived by her son, Orlando and daughter, Irene. Brian, Stacey, Nicholas and Kimberly will miss their grandmother dearly, along with her three great-grandsons; Dominic, Christian and Davin. Sadly for us, it was time for her to go and join her husband, Orlando, who she missed deeply. We will miss you but you have left us with many happy and wonderful memories. Funeral mass on Sat., Jan 5th at 9 am at St. Boniface Church, Anaheim, followed by interment at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, Orange.

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Published by Orange County Register on Jan. 2, 2011.

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Mona Lopez

January 4, 2011

Irene, Ted and family, my sincere condolences. Aunt Mary was an amazing, caring woman and I always admired and respected her. I will cherish the memories I have of her and never forget her. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cecilia Morales

January 4, 2011

Orlando and Irene, My sincere condolences to you both and your families, I am saddened by the new of my Nina Mary's death. I will always cherish the memories I have of her and my Nino Orlando. I regret that I never took the time to introduce my own children to two such wonderful,caring and generous people. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and take comfort in knowing that they are now together again.

Fred Quiman

January 2, 2011

Mrs. Tafolla wil always be miss by those of us who knew her. She was kind always makeing sure we were doing the right thing when we were up to mischeif. Her house was always open to the friends of Ted and Irene. Just want to say thank you for letting me be part of your family.

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