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Loretta Bentley Obituary
Loretta Jean Bentley, 74, of Torrance, Ca. Passed away Monday (December 5th) after a long-standing battle with cancer.
Loretta was born November 25th, 1942 in South Gate, Ca. And was a life-long native of the South Bay. A beloved member of the community, Loretta counseled many clients and friends at Bentley Insurance where she could regularly be found for the past 30 years. Her willingness to listen comforted countless individuals in times of need and Loretta will be deeply missed by all those who knew her.
Loretta is survived by her loving husband, David Bentley of 28 years and their 9 children Vickie Flores and husband Jim, Mike Nelson and Milton Medrano, Alex Nelson, David Nelson and wife Martha, Dennis Nelson and wife Yolanda, Dawn Harshbarger and husband Ray, William Bentley and wife Sherry, David Bentley and wife Cathleen, Anthony Bentley. 13 grandchildren; David, Jim, Ashley, Kyanna Rae, Zackary, Hailey, Tyler, Nile, Aiden, Alexander, Jackson, Ella, Owen and great grandson Hayden and her dog, Foxy Lady. She is preceded in death by her daughter Julie Nelson.
Visitation services will be held at Halverson, Stone & Myers Mortuary, 1223 Cravens Avenue in Torrance from 4:00 to 7:30 pm, Rosary 7:30 pm to 8:00 pm and reception 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursday December 15th .
A private burial will be held at Green Hill Memorial Park in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Please sign the guest book at www.dignitymemorial.com. Please sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com/obits. Halverson, Stone & Myers
310-328-1223
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dave bentley
February 3, 2018
sweetheart I still miss u like crazy
Adriana Caceres
January 17, 2017
My Dear Loretta Grandma Mom. I love you so much. I'm happy your not in pain but we sure do miss you and feel an intense amount of pain to have you gone and that will never go away but because your so amazing. It's so hard and almost selfish but the best people in the world like you are hard to let go so we dont. I hold you in the highest your such a wonderful and brave strong person. A women to look up to. So kind and you just feel the love, you penetrate it through the bone. I hope you guide me as much as you can because your kids and grand babies come first. I miss you so much and I kno your spirit will always be present as I kno I'll feel you every easter, thanksgiving and Christmas and all holidays because your a holiday with cheer and care and all the sweet memories that you are. Love you to your spot in heaven and back. Always. Gma
Michelle Rafeld
December 18, 2016
I was so saddened to hear of Loretta's passing as she was such a wonderful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
December 16, 2016
Sending our deepest condolences. May you find comfort in God and the people that are around you and support you.
Love,
Chuck, Brigette & Mackenzie
Joe Sonandres
December 15, 2016
Some of my earliest memories were of Loretta driving all of us to school and everywhere else, our families were very close after we met way back at Fre-Way Little league. My parents Joe & Barbara were close friends with Loretta and Stan, and I remember many summer days swimming with the Nelson kids and hanging out in the neighborhood. This is a relationship that has lasted for almost 50 years with my family and our business and is ongoing today. I really did not see Loretta much in the last few years and that is my regret but I did often speak with her on the phone and she always treated me great, always positive & upbeat. I will miss her and always have wonderful memories. Thank you for everything Loretta. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and my good friend Dave Bentley
Mike and Kelly Sonandres
December 15, 2016
Words cannot express my thoughts and feelings. Losing a loved one is painful and losing your mother is even harder. Loretta, you were such an amazing woman. A woman of strength, love and pure compassion. You will be missed by many. You have gained your wings and may you now rest in peace. I love and will miss you dearly. My deepest condolences are with your Family during this difficult time.
Gordon Mathers
December 15, 2016
My condolences to the Bentley family,my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Monday and Elizabeth Loux
December 15, 2016
Our condolences to the Nelson and Bentley families for their loss of a kind and wonderful woman. Loretta, rest in peace, you are truly missed and loved.
Steve Chelebian
December 15, 2016
My condolences to the Bentley family. I had a lot of fun working with Loretta and Dave in the past and will miss her dearly.
L. M.
December 14, 2016
Extending heartfelt condolences and prayers of comfort to the Bentley family. May the promise found at John 11: 24 & 25 bring comfort to the family.
Dickey & Yvonne Lenahan
December 14, 2016
Our condolences to the many families this sad occasion is affecting.
God Bless Loretta and Rest In Peace...... our prayers to all families.
marianne coble ( cyphers)
December 14, 2016
Growing up on our street, Loretta was one of our neighborhood "moms". Pretty and petite, she was always there with a big smile and helping hand. I'll always remember her as the shuttle driver for our two families on those summer trips to the "horseshoe" i.e. Redondo Beach Pier. First thing in the morning she would have a minimum of 10 kids piled in her van and drop us off at 9am and then coming back at 3 to gather us all back up. She would do anything for us kids and to me that made her a rock star..she's a star now in heaven with all the other beloved neighborhood "moms"..shine on Loretta! you will be missed!
Michael Nelson
December 14, 2016
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Michael Nelson
December 14, 2016
Michael Nelson
December 14, 2016
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Michael Nelson
December 14, 2016
Michael Nelson
December 14, 2016
Don and Debi Auten
December 14, 2016
May our precious Lord wrap all of you in his arms...May he lighten the pain in your hearts, in the knowing that one is never truly gone...Knowing she is home and at Peace...May your Angels always carry you...Dave, all our love to you and yours.
Sally Lopez-Pitts
December 14, 2016
My heart goes out to all of you. May she rest in peace.
Sally Lopez-Pitts
December 14, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Had the pleasure of meeting her a couple of times with my father in law Jerry Pitts and Uncle Dave Winden. Always a sweetheart and so very kind. May beautiful memories of her comfort you always.
Marty Coco
December 14, 2016
Almost all of the neighborhood mom's are hanging out in heaven now.... My condolences to the family.... From Martha Reyes & family (Marty Coco)
J.D. Hill
December 13, 2016
One of the coolest neighborhood Moms . Godspeed Mrs.Nelson. God Bless you.
December 13, 2016
"Our hearts go out to you for your terrible loss and you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the comfort of family and friends console you."
Gene and Barbara Vollucci
Zack Nelson
December 13, 2016
Grandma Loretta I wish I spent more time with you right from the beginning. I should have been there for more of those golden moments when you had better health. I miss you so much and this family won't be the same without you. I'm going to take my time down here but when it's my time I'll see you in Heaven.
Julie Kisby
December 13, 2016
My prayers are with you and your family. May she Rest In Peace.
Sherry Bentley
December 13, 2016
Dearest Loretta,
I miss you more than words can say. Your strength and perseverance have been an inspiration. You made us, or at least me, believe that this was just a temporary roadblock that you needed to go through and that you would get through it and everything would be fine. You were always there with words of comfort and strength. Your heart of gold and warm and comforting spirit will be with me always. All my Love, Sherry
Hailey Nelson
December 13, 2016
Grandma, I want you to know how much I love you and how much I'm going to miss you. You remind me so much of myself and every time I think about you I smile. I wish I could be with you and just have one more chance to talk to you and tell you how much I love you.
Andrea DeLuca
December 12, 2016
Our deepest condolences in the loss of your beautiful loved one. God bless.
The Areyan's
December 10, 2016
We are sorry for your loss.I have fond memories of the beautiful, loving and caring person Loretta was.Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Janette Ballejos
December 10, 2016
Loretta I met you and the family at 13 your kind words sweet smile big heart the mom away from home. You were a pleasant gracious lady. Mike, Alex were my buddies and of course the 1/2 pints aka David and Dennis. You raised some great sons, Vicki her beauty, they were so lucky to have you for there mother. May you Rest in Paradise. God Bless the Family through this difficult time. Love you All.
Elaine Neuzil
December 10, 2016
Loretta, I will always remember the great times we had together you will always be the most wonderful and beautiful lady I ever met. Rest In Peace now, until we meet again.
Janette Ballejos
December 10, 2016
Loretta,
She was the mom away from home. she was
Beautiful, kind and Genuine. I was like 13 when I met Loretta. Mike, Alex were my buddies and of course the 1/2pints aka, David and Dennis. we all hung out almost everyday Loretta was always there if you ever wanted too talk. Her words were always so gentle warm and sweet. She had a strength about her that I always admired. Thank you Loretta for always having the right words to make things better when needed. God Bless the Nelson Family I love you all.
Jan Leider
December 10, 2016
My memories were that you were always a sweet, kind lady with a beautiful soul. May you rest in peace Loretta, you will be missed.
Kimberly Bentley
December 10, 2016
Loretta...I'm sitting here trying to find the right words..and I keep hearing your voice in my head and seeing that knowing look in your eye. Your telling me to just say what I feel. Your advice was always spot on. You had a gentle strength that never waivered. So many memories. You brought out the best in me and everyone around you.. Thank you for always being there for me and Tyler. I couldn't have asked for a better Mother in law and friend. I love you Loretta
Sharon Decker
December 9, 2016
To all of the Nelson family, I am so very sorry on the loss of your beautiful Mom Loretta. She was so kind and loving. To my friend Dave, no words can express...just know Loretta is with our Dear Lord and free of pain. God Bless you all
Byron and Darcy Hendrix
December 9, 2016
She was such a sweet, loving, caring and Beautiful lady❤ Our hearts go out to all of you. Keeping everyone in our thoughts and prayers.
Lots of love,
The Hendrix Family
Ashley
December 9, 2016
Grandma, I hope your wings are as beautiful as you, and as strong as you. I hope they can carry you around the world, to all the places you wanted to see. And I hope they can bring you to visit me.
I love and miss you always, thank you for everything.
-your favorite
Best mom you could ask for
Dennis Nelson
December 9, 2016
Mom, you were the best a mother could be. Loving, Understanding, Patient and Beautiful to the core. You helped me when I needed help, let me learn when I needed to learn. There is no amount of LOVE that is measurable to say how you positively made my life better. You will live on in my heart everyday and be forever missed.
Michael Nelson
December 9, 2016
Mom you are and will always be my best friend. We used to talk at least once everyday, that is not going to stop on my part. I will continue to talk to you about my day and how work is going. Now I do not have to worry about you being in pain anymore. Thank you for being my mom, I couldn't be any luckier to have the best mom. Love you always and will miss you greatly.
Celestine Hill
December 8, 2016
My aunt Loretta was in my life as a young child. When my uncle died unexpectedly when I was 13, We really didn't see each other much anymore.
I found my Nelson family on Facebook a few years ago and reunited with Aunt Loretta.
So happy I did. One of my favorite recent memories is Aunt Loretta lending me her Hunger Games nook books!
I know we here on earth will miss her but I KNOW our heavenly family is rejoicing that she has come home.
Tony and Rinna Gonzalez
December 8, 2016
RIP Loretta, You were very special to us all. One of the strongest women I've ever know. My condolences to Bentley and your kids. I love you all and pray for your peace. Your mom was Mom to all of us!
alex medrano
December 8, 2016
Mom you the most wonderful and beautiful mother,siempre fuiste una persona muy carinosa. Y bondadosa conmigo, siempre estaras en mi corazon asta me muerte,
love you forever?
Dawn Bentley
December 8, 2016
The example you set for strength, dignity, wisdom, serenity, patience, tolerance, acceptance, beauty and love will always be something to strive towards. You were truly a blessing to us. No one else could have handled my dad the way you did. You truly made him a better man. I'm so glad he found you. I pray that you are at peace. I love you, Loretta.
Kathleen Neuzil
December 8, 2016
A beautiful lady, wonderful mother, and a caring friend who will be greatly missed.
Rhyan and Shirley Rowe
December 8, 2016
Loretta a beautiful person, wife,
mother and my good friend.
May the light of God, and the Angels shine on you as you enter the gates of heaven.
My family and I will miss you, although you will always be in our hearts. Our love to you and your family
Amber Schwab
December 8, 2016
Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers. My sincerest condolences for an incredibly great loss. I'll never forget how beautiful and wonderful you were. Love you Aunt Loretta. You are the true definition of a fighter you will never be forgotten.
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