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1935
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2010
Annie Lerma Obituary
Annie Lerma, 75, of El Rio passed away on Nov. 29, 2010 at home after a brief illness.
She was born on Oct. 27, 1935 in Oxnard and a lifetime resident of El Rio. Annie was known to wheel herself around El Rio and visit her many friends at local stores in the neighborhood. She loved trips to Las Vegas with family, gambling at Chumash and eating out. She loved her animals and her plants. She enjoyed the company of her grandson Joseph's Stage 2 family. Annie will be missed by all the many lives she touched. She was an inspiration to her family. She is our hero!
The family would like to thank all her family, friends, and best friend Armida for stopping by and visiting her, she loved the company. Also a special thank you to the Livingston Memorial Hospice team.
Annie is survived by her three sons, Sada Lerma, Steven Lerma (wife Jaime) and David Lerma (wife Bonnie); two daughters, Cynthia Lerma, Veronica Lerma; Joseph (grandson who she raised as one of her own children); five grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; two brothers, Freddie Ayala (wife Natalie) and Johnny Ayala (wife Emelina).
Preceded in death by her loving husband "Pin" of 44 years.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m. with services at 7 p.m. at Santa Clara Chapel in El Rio. Funeral mass on Monday, Dec. 6 at 10a.m. at Santa Clara Chapel in El Rio, followed by burial at Santa Clara Cemetery in Oxnard.
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Memories and Condolences
for Annie Lerma
December 15, 2010
We are sadden to hear of your loss. Your mother was a very special person to all of us. I really enjoyed seeing her at the local donut store in El Rio. She always had a funny joke or story to tell. She left us all with many good and funny memories.May God Bless you all and help you through this difficult time.
With great sadness.
Steve & Nancy Torres
Virginia Oliva Groeneveld
December 6, 2010
So sorry for your loss.
My biggest memory of Annie was when she worked at El Rio School Cafeteria, and she stood in the middle of the aisle with this huge bucket, and we threw our leftovers after lunch so she could take to her pig! That pig ate GOOD!
May God continue to comfort you all!
December 6, 2010
So sorry to hear about Annie's passing. Now her and Pin can be together again. I will always remember them both.
Bless you all,
Bill Lewis
April McCarthy
December 6, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Annie was a wonderful person. All of us that knew her were very blessed. She will be missed. Rest in Peace!
Trisha Payan
December 6, 2010
We're sorrry for the loss of The Lerma Family. Your in are thoughts and prayers. Much Love, Evelyn Payan-Gregory,Jess LopezJr. and Trisha Payan&family
Nurse Pat Holverson
December 5, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Anthony Haynes
December 5, 2010
Veronica my big sis. I see now where you got your beautiful smile! Just do me a favor, & keep smiling, cuz momma's in a better place now. I know its tuff, but it will get easier every day.
Kelly Kampf Sullivan
December 5, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Linda Hair and the Hound
December 5, 2010
Cynthia I am so sorry to read about the loss of your mother. My condolences to you and your family.
Donald McCord
December 4, 2010
Annie will never be gone in our Hearts. I know she would not want us to be Sad even though we are. I smile when I think of her as I always have. What a True Inspiration she Is and will be for me for the rest of my Life. Always unbreakable Smile and will I'll miss you Godmother.
Angela
December 4, 2010
My condolence to the Lerma Family
My memories of Annie...I will always remember her smile when she danced with her sons.
Matthew 5:8
Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God.
Angela
Barbara Lerma
December 4, 2010
Dear Cousins, I know that no words can ease the hurt at this sad time, but your mom knew how much you all loved her and she took such joy in having you all around right up till the end. It had to be so hard for her to leave you, but her body just had to surrender after all she had been through. Now you have a special angel looking out for you until you're together again. Love to you all...
December 4, 2010
David and family: always remember we carry our love ones in our heart and find joy in the laughter we shared with them...May God bless you all.
Love,
Liz
Gloria Espinoza-Lopez
December 3, 2010
Cynthia,Veronica and Family,
My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. I have wonderful memories of your mom and most of all her unconditional love for people. I will never forget her beautiful smile! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Neca, Linda and Espinoza Family
angela smith
December 3, 2010
Annie was a great lady :) She always had a smile and a hug for me. She will be missed. My prayers to her and her family. May god be with all of you.
Tony martinez
December 3, 2010
My prayers and my heart are with you and your family david in this time of grieving for your loss,even though you will always miss your mom all the special things you did with her will keep you company until that day that you will see her again in a much better place.
Sharon Welty
December 3, 2010
David, Bonnie and the Lerma family:
It was with great sadness to learn of Annie’s passing. Many years have passed, but I still remember the hours
spent talking, laughing, and drinking coffee at her kitchen table. Annie talked me through some rough times and
I will always be thankful for her friendship.
I’m sure my Mom will greet Annie at heaven’s door and welcome her with open arms.
Love to all of you,
Sharon Welty
Camarena Blanca
December 3, 2010
My condlences to the whole family. God bless Annie.
December 3, 2010
TO THE LERMA FAMILY: MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL AT THIS TIME, I REMEMBER WHEN OUR FAMILY"S USE TO VISIT EACH OTHER"S HOMES, MY DAD & YOUR"E DAD WERE CONPADRES, JOE & SALLY MORALES OF OXNARD. ONCE AGAIN MAY THE LORD BRING YOUR"E FAMILY PEACE AT THIS TIME. LIZ MORALES PENA. HOUSTON TEXAS'
Sonia Salinas
December 3, 2010
My condlences to the whole family, you have great memories to remember. I will always remember her dancing in her wheelchair. God Bless you all
Christine Crotty
December 3, 2010
Sada, David, Bonnie and family, I am so sad to hear of your loss of your mother. Even though it was so long ago...one of my favorite memories of your mother was our BINGO days ! She always made it such a fun day for us. Peace, Christine
Mary Romero
December 3, 2010
My heart goes out to each and everyone of you...No words can ever seem to heal the pain! God Give You Peace!
December 3, 2010
Lerma Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mom Annie. May she rest in peace. God bless you all!
Love, Ray and Carol Reeves and family
IRENE LOPEZ
December 3, 2010
Lerma Family,
My heart goes out to each and everyone of you... I will miss Annie strolling down Colonia Ave in her wheelchair. May God give you strength to carry on the beautiful memories of your precious mother.
Always,
Tony, Irene Lopez and family
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