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Alex Loya Obituary
Born in Los Angeles, California, October 17, 1930, the youngest of four children, Alex is survived by his wife of 62 years Alice and loving sons John of Commerce, CA, David (Pat) of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, and Michael (Ron) of Scottsdale, AZ, as well as oldest brother Art, age 96, and grandsons Eric and Brandon.
Born at the start of the Great Depression, Alex learned the value of hard work and fiscal responsibility early in life. He held positions with LA Period Furniture, Sears Roebuck, Inc., and the City of Commerce, CA, while providing a solid upbringing for his family. He loved to garden winning the Home of the Year Award in 2004 from the City of Commerce. His other hobbies included travelling, especially to Hawaii, and as well as auto racing where he was well known.
Services were held February 28th, 2019 at St. Marcellinus Church, Commerce, CA, with burial at Resurrection Cemetery in Montebello, CA. Donations to the American Heart Association www2.heart.org or 800-AHA-USA1 are appreciated.
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Manuel Correa
November 18, 2023
Belated condolences to Alex family
I worked with him at Sears for many
Years part time. Until now didn't know he had passed RIP my friend
Prayers
March 5, 2019
My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort be with you during your time of sorrow. (Psalm 145:19)
Resurrection
Jenell Lopez
March 4, 2019
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