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Robert Corrales Obituary

ROBERT R. CORRALES Age 57, of Valencia, passed away in his home on April 23, 2009 after a year-long battle with leukemia. Robert grew up in San Fernando and attended San Fernando High ('70). He played baseball at College of the Canyons, before receiving a scholarship to play for Pepperdine. He was a 25-year veteran of the LA County Sheriff's Department, a much loved coach, family man, and friend to many. He is survived by his wife, Olga; his sons, Bobby Jr., Kirk, Joshua and Zachary; and grandchildren, Edward and Mia. He is also survived by his mother, Grace; brothers, Joe, Raymond and Rudy; and his sisters, Norma and Pat. Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, May 6th, at St. John Baptist de la Salle in Granada Hills. A 10:00 a.m., Mass will be held the following morning, Thursday, May 7th, at the same location, followed his burial at the San Fernando Mission.

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News on May 3, 2009.

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Angie De Leon

May 8, 2009

Though I never met Bob, I kept up with is story through Lisa Telles. She and I have been friends since high school and I saw Olga and her sister at many functions at Lisa's Mom's house but never met them personally. My heart goes out to you and your family in this difficult time. Just know you have an Angel up above and that he will always be with you and watching you!

Sarah Ireland

May 8, 2009

Olga and Family,
Through one of your family members I heard Bob's story. Though I had never met him, he has touched my life. I have been a registered marrow donor for years and have been encouraging my co-workers and friends to join the National Marrow Donor program. Mario kept William and I updated on Bob's condition but I wish there could have been more that we could have done. God Bless you and the kids. And God Bless Bob. May his story inspire others like it did with me. You are in my prayers

Cathy Bonilla

May 7, 2009

My Condolences to the Corrales Family.
Sincerly,Cathy Bonilla

Mike Enriquez

May 7, 2009

My condolences to the Corrales Family.Robert was a wonderful person and will be missed.
God Bless.

Robert & Judy Eaton

May 6, 2009

Our sympathy to the entire Corrales family.
Bob was a real gentleman and he and his wife have raised a wonderful family of which we know he was proud of. God bless the Corrales family during this difficult time and always. Bob will be missed and remembered by many.

Robert & Judy Eaton, Spring Valley Lake, California. Grandparents of Kyle Eaton, Valencia Vikings. Also San Fernando H.S. Grads.

Kathryn Johnson-Wilson

May 6, 2009

We knew him through baseball. Always kind, funny, warm and welcoming. Heartfelt sympathy to all the loved ones holding close his memory.

Diana Contreras-Bernal

May 6, 2009

My Deepest sympathy to all the family and friends with the loss of such a wonderful person that brought laughter and was always in a happy mood no matter what. We shared memories from our school years in San Fernando High School and teen year sillyness. I'm glad that I got the opportunity work with him, he will be missed.

Sincerly, Diana Contreras Bernal

George Acuna

May 5, 2009

My most recent memory of Robert are a few short visits during the last year, reminiscing our time as teenagers, when we spent a whole lot more time together, being carefree and rambuctious. With a few other of the home boys from back then, we shared a few meals and small talk trying to cram many years apart into a few precious minutes. Our lives have been blessed to have known him and each other for so many years. My prayers go out for his family, that God will send His comfort and peace while you adjust to life without Robert here. Our everlasting Hope is that we will reunite as believers together in Heaven, (1 Thess 4:13-18). May this promise of God comfort you.

Sincerely,
George and Francine Acuna & family
Phoenix, AZ

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