Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1915
DIED
2016
FUNERAL HOME
Mary Escobar Obituary
Mary Aguilar Escobar, 100 years of age, passed away on June 13, 2016 at Pilgrims Place in Claremont, California. She was born on October 18, 1915 in El Paso, Texas. Mary was a lifetime Chino resident and a devoted homemaker. She attended the schools in Chino as well as D Street School and was a parishioner of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Chino. Mary was a kind hearted lady with a pleasant sense of humor, enjoyed spending time with family and friends and will truly be missed by many. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years Arthur V. Escobar and sons; Art V. Escobar Jr., and Ruben Escobar. Left to cherish her memory are her loving children; Estella Arredondo, Pauline Zapata, Lucille Escobar Castillo, Janet Hernandez, Patricia Escobar, Mary Louise Escobar, Frank Escobar and Teresa Riess. She is also survived by her adoring 38 grandchildren, 72 great grandchildren and 26 great great grandchildren. Visitation hours will be 4:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 22, 2016 with a Rosary beginning at 7:00 p.m. at Funeraria Del Angel Pierce Brothers Griffith in Chino. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 23, 2016 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Chino with Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Pomona. Funeraria Del Angel Pierce Brothers Griffith, in Chino in charge of arrangements. www.funerariadelangelchino.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Mary Escobar
Sponsored by Inland Valley Daily Bulletin.
Mike Zavala
August 9, 2025
Teresa. Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family,
Mike Zavala
Elizabeth Bayee
June 22, 2016
Dear Kimmy and Escobar family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I have no doubt your legacy lives on through your family.
Condolences from Chris, Elizabeth and Tyce Bayee
Susan Amaro
June 22, 2016
So sorry for the loss of your mom, May she rest in peace.
Love,
Susan Amaro
June 18, 2016
From The Pacheco's (Delina Pacheco family) we send our deepest condolences to the Escobar family. I am happy to say that I have gotten to meet Mrs. Escobar many years ago and was just the sweetest person. It was with great happyness to see my niece Delina who had so much love and passion for, with so many pictures on fb with her grammy! I thought to my self she hasn't changed at all, still beauitful. My dearest niece Delina I know this is hard for u baby but your grammy is rip now and forever your guardian angel. Roesmary & Pat all I remember was the closeness you, your mom, your grandma & great grandma had. You all have done an awesome & great job. God blessed her with a 100 yrs. of love! RIP Mary Escobar!
HORTENSIA DE MORENO
June 18, 2016
DESDE MANZANILLO A LA DISTANCIA, LES DESEAMOS UNA PRONTA RECUPERACIÓN POR TAN LAMENTABLE PERDIDA. UN ABRAZO A SUS HIJOS, HERMANOS Y NIETOS. ELLA SE HA REUNIDO YA CON ARTURO SU HIJO QUE TANTO LA AMO Y QUIEN NOS ENSEÑO A ADMIRARLA. QUE DESCANCE EN PAZ LA TIA MARY. Hortensia y José Luis Moreno
Maria Hernandez
June 17, 2016
Very sorry for your lost. God Bless. Maria Hernandez and Family.
Carol Ochoa
June 17, 2016
Love and miss you dearly grandma. Forever in our hearts❤
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results
Make a Donation
in Mary Escobar's name
Memorial Events
for Mary Escobar
Jun
22
Jun
22
How to support Mary's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Mary Escobar's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
