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LARRY ESCALERA Obituary
Aug. 23, 1940 Feb. 12, 2024
Larry Fred Escalera passed away in El Centro, CA, on February 12, 2024. Larry was born in Torrance, CA, on August 23, 1940, to Fred and Antonia Patio Escalera. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Antonia and Mama Lupe Escalera. His wife of 57 years, Antonitta (Toni) Rodriguez Escalera; daughter, Stephanie Mendoza; son, Micheal; and brothers, Darrell Escalera and Tony (TJ) Escalera.
He is survived by his son, Stephen Escalera (Patti); sister, Brunie Gomez (Ralph); daughter, Jennifer (Vince O'Campo), Connie Lopez (Victor), Grace Gracia, Margaret Lopez (Manual), Irma Picazo (Richard), and Arthur Cruz; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandsons; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins throughout California, Arizona, and New Mexico.
Larry graduated from Central Union High School in 1958 and graduated from IVC in 1960. He was an all star and all league baseball player at both schools. He was employed by Title & Trust in 1961, which is known today as Common Wealth and Ticor. Larry worked there until he retired in 2003, after 42 years.
Larry belonged to Los Vigilantes, served as president of the local Optimist club and was a member of many other service clubs. Larry was proud to have been honored as Hispanic Man of the year.
His funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at St. Marys Catholic Church, 795 So La Brucherie Rd., El Centro, CA. Rosery is at 9 AM with mass at 10 AM. Internment will be at Evergreen Cemetery in El Centro.
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Shanna Forbey-Valencia
May 18, 2024
So sorry to hear of Larry´s passing. He hung around my parents store Sherm & Scotty´s. My condolences to the family.
Linda O´Campo Carpio
May 3, 2024
Our deepest condolences to all the family and friends, I just now found this out May 2024. May he rest in peace.
John E. Locke
March 20, 2024
Larry and I grew up on Heil Ave in the 40s and 50s. We were friends and graduated from CUHS in 1958. I last saw Larry at a class reunion. We played baseball in his back yard and his mother would serve us treats. He was a great friend.
Gil Escalera
March 20, 2024
My dear primo and fellow trumpeter. We connected on Facebook many years ago. You kept encouraging me to come to the annual Escalera Family Reunion and that finally happened in 2018. We got to meet each other in person for the first time and it was wonderful! I already miss our Facebook and emails. Love you my primo. Rest in Peace. My prayers for all your familia and amigos that are missing your physical presence in their lives. Until we meet again. Let's jam on our trumpets with Gabriel the archangel.
Rudy Escalera
March 20, 2024
Larry, you will be missed.
Donna Yarnell
March 20, 2024
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He will be missed.
Donna Yarnell
Esther Ortiz
March 19, 2024
Rest in Peace.will miss you have good memories of both you and Tonie visiting us in San Jose.
Sally
March 18, 2024
To Larry´s Family,
With deepest & caring sympathy to you and yours.
I knew your parents since we were in our twenties, we were in and out of our lives. Lots of good memories. With great sadness Sally (De La Rosa)Brewer
Anthony and Yaya Hernandez
March 17, 2024
May you Rest in Peace Primo Larry Escalera. Together again.
Sharon & Bruce Anderholt
March 15, 2024
Larry was one of the good guys, a real loss. He and Toni were both great people
Rita Green
March 15, 2024
Larry was a very fine man ad friend. We went to school together and kept in touch through out the years. He worked at the Title Company and I worked at IID right next door, so we saw each other frequently. He was truly a good man.
Laurie Zimmer
March 14, 2024
Larry was my first real boss when I started at Title Insurance & Trust. "TI" in 1975. He is the kindest, smartest person I've ever worked with. He was my mentor and teacher and an excellent example of professionalism. I'm sad I didn't have the chance to tell him. I wouldn't be where I am today without his tutelage. We had no computer, no copier, no fax; he created index cards that equaled our "database" Genius! I transferred to TI in San Diego with Larry's help and encouragement. I owned and ran my own business "Escrow Co of La Jolla" thanks to Larry. Go with God Larry Escalera. You were an excellent person and are missed.
Orlando Foote
March 14, 2024
I considered Larry a friend from the time we first interacted many years ago. Was, first and foremost, completely honest and reliable. He was immensely proud of his family and his heritage.. We´ve lost not only an asset to the business community here, but also a good, decent human being.
Orlando Foote
David Hui
March 14, 2024
Trumpet player in school bands
Nick Rodriguez
March 13, 2024
Our condolences to the Escalera family. We knew Larry when he worked at the Title Company on Main Street. He was always so professional and dressed with a high degree of excellence. Kourtney Mendoza: please accept our deepest condolence in the passing of your grandfather. He was so proud of you playing softball and graduating from Presentation College. Coach Nick and Leti
Lisa Stewart( Escalera Gomez)
March 13, 2024
I love you Uncle Larry... I will always be thankful you and Aunt Toni were co-Nino and Nina, to my son Erik.. I also cherish the memorable fun family Christmas celebrations
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