Marissa Elise Gaslan

Marissa Elise Gaslan, our beloved and treasured daughter, passed away with her parents by her side on March 5, 2021. Born on November 9, 1998 in Glendora, California, Marissa lived her 22 years in joy, love and friendship in Chino Hills, California. Marissa loved traveling with her parents abroad and in the US and has travelled countries in five of the seven continents. She attended Chino Hills Christian School, Canyon Hills Junior High School, Ayala High School and studied at the University of Indianapolis. She loved swimming and has been a competitive swimmer since she was 6 years old, developing lasting friendships starting with the Chino Valley Dolphins, The Claremont Club and Ayala High School swim teams. She fulfilled her dream of swimming Division 2 at the University of Indianapolis. A very close second loved sport was playing fast pitch softball and was so excited to be on the ball field, running and catching high flying softballs. She always exhibited happiness by her constant, almost trademark smile, cheerful laughter and simply radiated amazing exuberance. She loved giving hugs and always drew smiles from others. Our beloved Cocker Spaniel Champ, sometimes described as a "Disney" dog, was a constant companion of hers, following her every footstep. Later, two rescued energetic pups Olly and Molly continued company with Marissa. She is survived by her parents Darryl and Milasol Gaslan, Grandfather Maximino Cabrito, Aunts Elizabeth Abesa, Milafe de Leon and Denise Gaslan, Uncles Roman Gaslan and David Cabrito, and cousins Danika Gaslan, Allan and Mathew de Leon, Tanya and Darla Cabrito and Christine Canieso.

On April 28, 2021, funeral services with Mass will be held at Forest Lawn, Covina Hills. California, 21300 Via Verde Street, Covina, California. Services will begin at 2:30 PM with suggested arrival time between 2:00pm and 2:30pm.

Marissa's Celebration of Life will be held at The Via Verde Country Club, 1400 Avenida Entrada, San Dimas, California, 91773, about a 10 minute drive. Her celebration will begin at 5:00pm and include opening remarks, a video presentation with some of Marissa's favorite songs, special speakers, invitations to speak your thoughts of Our Marissa, and a buffet dinner. Be Well and God Bless!

Please visit Marissa's Memorial Video.