Belen Perez

In Loving Memory of Belen Gandara Perez

Belen Gándara Perez, a longtime resident of San Pedro, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, at the age of 92. Born in Orange County, California, Belen lived a life devoted to faith, family, and loving compassion.

She is now reunited in heaven with her husband, Salvador “Soder” Perez; her son, Steven; and many cherished family members and friends who went before her.

Belen was a devoted member of Christ Lutheran Church in Rancho Palos Verdes and a longtime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Wilmington, reflecting her lifelong commitment to service, fellowship, and community. Her gentle spirit, unwavering strength, and deep love touched all who knew her.

She is survived by her daughters Alice, Doreen, Sarah, Rebecca, and Celeste. She will be remembered as a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. She was also a treasured sister, aunt, cousin, and a loyal friend and confidant to many.

Her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Belen will be cremated and honored with a Celebration of Life in July, where family and friends will gather to remember and give thanks for the beautiful life she lived.