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1937

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2013

Loretta Gallardo Obituary

Loretta was born to Gilbert Ramos and Lucy Cabrera on January 6, 1937, and she entered the Kingdom of Heaven on February 9, 2013, after a multi-year battle with Multiple System Atrophy.

She is survived by her children: Sandi (Andy) of Buda, Texas, Steve of Santa Monica, Dan (Yen) of Santa Barbara, Annette of Ventura, Mark (Kim) of Sanger, Texas, Donna of Oxnard, and Darryl; grandchildren: Stephanie, Logan, Lia, Niko, Krystal, Ashley, Tyler, Robert, Dillon, AJ, Brandon and Daniel; great-grandchildren: Samantha and Kaylie; and siblings Gilbert Ramos and Gloria Robles. Loretta is now together with her husband, Manuel; their granddaughter, Erika; and her sister, Patricia.

Loretta married Manuel Gallardo in 1956 and raised the family in Goleta. She retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 23 years and was active in Catholic Charities, the Young Ladies Institute and Decolores in Santa Barbara. They were parishioners of St. Raphael's Catholic Church. After moving to Camarillo Loretta became a parishioner of Serra Padre Catholic Church until her passing. Her creative nature led her to enjoy cake decorating, making elaborate costumes for Halloween and she loved to crochet. She enjoyed getting together with family, friends and neighbors.

All are welcome to join in the celebration of Loretta's life. Let us not say good-bye, but rather, until we see you again.

Visitation: Monday, February 18, 5 to 9 p.m., Mission Hills Catholic Mortuary, 11160 Stranwood Avenue, Mission Hills, Calif. 91345.

Funeral Mass: Tuesday, February 19, 10:30 a.m., San Fernando Mission, 15151 San Fernando Mission Blvd, Mission Hills, Calif. 91345.

Published by Ventura County Star from Feb. 15 to Feb. 18, 2013.
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Donna and family, your mom was the nicest supervisor I ever had! May she rest in peace.

Richard Ross

February 19, 2013

Dear Donna and Extended Family I'm so sorry to hear about the lost of your Mother. She was so kind and giving!!!! May the next few difficult days ahead be shorten by all the wonderful memories you hold close to your heart now and forever. She will ALWAYS be with you!!!!

Diana Munoz

February 18, 2013

Rest in Peace Loretta. Our Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Eilyne Graves and Paul Allen

Eilyne Graves

February 18, 2013

Rest In Peace Loretta. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Eilyne Graves

February 18, 2013

REST IN PEACE LORETTA. FROM A LONG AGO CO-WORKER FROM MAR VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. OCEAN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT.

LUZ LUCERO

February 18, 2013

Mark Gallardo

February 17, 2013

Mom, You will be greatly missed!I am glad I was able to visit you more in recent time. It was the great to be around you.I know you are with Dad now and at peace.I still have all the memories you have left us and all the pictures.Rest in peace Mom, until we meet again. Mark,Kim,Krystal,Ashley,and Tyler.

mark gallardo

February 17, 2013

We will miss your passionate ways and hope to follow in your footsteps as you inspired us.

Art, Mona & Art Rodriguez

February 15, 2013

Love Sandi Gallardo Villarreal

Sandi Villarreal

February 15, 2013

Dearest Mom, You have gone to your second home of Peace and Serenity. You are finally reunited with our Father Manuel. You touched so many people in your lifetime and were very loving and Giving. We will miss you but know you are another Guardian Angel that be with us forever and watching over us. We will all be reunited again some day. Love you and Thank you for being our mother.....

Sandra (Sandi) Gallardo Villarreal

Sandra Villarreal

February 15, 2013

Lucy Arrieta

February 15, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Lucy Arrieta

February 15, 2013

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