Andres Alonso Lara June 30, 1963 - February 12, 2016 La Jolla Andres Lara died from a heart attack while taking a shower in his home in North Miami Beach, Florida. He had been living with his sister, Adrianna Lara-Rivera, since September 2015.Andres leaves behind his 85 year old father, Juan Bautista (Norma) Lara, of Bird Rock, La Jolla; brother, Marco Antonio Lara of UTC in La Jolla; sister, Adrianna Lara-Rivera of North Miami Beach, FL; nieces, Catherine and Emily; nephew, John James; and the new addition to the Lara family, baby Ignacio Lara. Andres spent the last seven months of his life serving our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, as a Pentecostal Christian in Miami, Florida. He became very involved with his church, attending his Pentecostal Christian Church three nights per week and studying the Bible. He was thankful that Jesus Christ saved his life.Andres loved his co-workers at General Atomics. He was forever thankful of Mr. Neal Blue, the owner of General Atomics. Andres was planning a trip to California and was very excited because he was going to visit all his friends and General Atomics co-workers. He also had planned to visit his family in Los Angeles, CA.Andres played soccer from the age of five at La Jolla YMCA until recently. He also surfed, skateboarded, golfed, bungee jumped, scuba dived and played football while attending La Jolla High School. He also loved to dance. Andres enjoyed traveling abroad and attending games of his favorite teams, Real Madrid (Spain), Los Xolos (Tijuana), United Manchester (England), the Chargers, Padres, Miami Heat and the Miami Dolphins towards the end. Andres is thankful for all his soccer friends since childhood. He loves you all.Andres was a friend to everyone. He made no distinctions. His humility, love and kindness will live in our hearts forever.Please visit the memory of Andres at El Camino Memorial Park, 5600 Carroll Canyon Rd., San Diego, CA 92121. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/obituaries/ lajollalight .

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Published by La Jolla Light on Mar. 10, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Andres Lara

Sponsored by El Camino Memorial – Sorrento Valley and El Camino Memorial Park and Mortuaries (Sorrento Valley).

9 Entries

Michael Hughes

December 15, 2024

Andreas was the most incredible person. He and I hung out for 3-4 years when i was in my teens. Practiced soccer together , listened to music, went to concerts. But i remember him as being there in a time when i was young and needed a good mate. Though he was 7 years older he always allowed me to hang with him and feel accepted. Will miss you and think of you. Cheers Michael

Typical Andres, well dressed where ever he went. Often imitated, never duplicated. Can't wait to see you again.

Jeff Chung

March 19, 2016

Yanet Salazar

March 15, 2016

Lamento mucho su pérdida, me gustaría compartir una maravillosa promesa que nos hace nuestro amoroso Dios en Revelación 21:4 que pronto eliminará la muerte y ya no sufriremos por la pérdida de nuestros seres queridos pero que los volveremos a ver pronto.

Meredyth Devin

March 14, 2016

What a privilege it was to know Andres: to watch his spirit and prowess on the soccer field and to experience his smiles and respect for both teammates and those who cheered on the sidelines. My special love to his father, Juan, who raised such a special family. Long live the Lara heritage.

March 13, 2016

My condolence to the family. May the God who gives peace strengthen you during this difficult time because he cares. 1 PETER 5 : 7

March 12, 2016

Sincere condolences to all family and friends of Andres. It's never easy to lose a loved one. I hope you can find comfort from the words found in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 during this difficult time.

March 11, 2016

Andres was a very happy person and a good friend. Every time we got together, we always had some soccer tales and jokes to share. He will be missed.

Gaston Guzman

Maria Beauton

March 10, 2016

Andres had such an infectious laugh. There was never a time whenever he would come into a room or conversation without having a good joke to tell and have it accompanied by his signature laugh. Andres had such a calming and soothing effect on everyone he was in contact with here at work.

Shortly after Andres' stroke and he had to go out on medical leave, I was at my desk at work and I could have sworn I heard Andres laughing down the hallway. I remembered being happy and sad at the same time. Happy for "hearing" his laugh, sad for knowing he wasn't actually there.

I am truly saddened that Andres is no longer with us physically but I am comforted to know that he is now at peace and free. I am truly honored to have known Andres throughout my working career at General Atomics. My heart goes out to Andres' immediate family as they have just lost a beautiful diamond in the rough. Prayers and Peace be with you!

Ralph Yates

March 10, 2016

We miss you very much Andres. All you funny stories and how you always lightened the day.

We are thankful for you and that you found Jesus. See you again buddy.

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