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VERDUGO, Wayne F www.guerragutierrez.com

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Feb. 27, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Wayne Verdugo

20 Entries

Roy Torres, GHS Class of 1982

March 12, 2026

Finally tracked you down brother. I know it's been a while since you left, but you're always thought of fondly. I remember all the good times playing after school sports at 4th Street and doing our thing at Belvedere Park with the Huskies. May God watch over you for eternity.

Vianey Rios - Montez

November 8, 2018

I'm here at work and I was thinking of Wayne and Bruce, Eileen Salcido and Sal Flores and so many others wondering whatever happened to them. We all went to the same elementary and JR high together. At Fourth Street we had the same teacher 2 yrs in a row. Mrs. Morgan and Mr. Carletta. I have great memories of the twins if I would tell you what
Wayne would do too me It's to funny and complicated to explain. My deepest sympathy to the family it was a shock to find out today that he is no longer with us, may his soul rest in peace. Vianey Rios - Montez

Laura Pena-Nevarez (Melendrez) maiden name

November 13, 2008

My memories of Wayne are almost daily being with my brother Ernie. Bruce, Wayne and Ernie were the 3 musketeers driving their mustangs way back in the 80's. Bruce and Wayne used to come over to our house in East L.A., hang out and get hair cuts from me. I was 3 years younger than them but I thought they were the most handsome guys I had ever seen.
I am writing in this guest book so late because my brother Ernie just called me this morning to tell me he just found out himself about Wayne's passing. I could feel the hurt and tears from my brother as he told me I just couldn't believe it. I can sympathize and relate to your pain, Ernie and I also lost our little brother back in 99. It's never easy to say goodbye, but knowing we will see our loved ones again someday gets us through somehow.
Bruce, Wayne and Gary have the best parents ever, please accept my condolences for your loss. We would love to be in touch with the family. We live in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Ernie Melendrez

November 13, 2008

My heart felt prayers go to all the family. the twins were my best friends in high school and would very much like to talk to Bruce .. please contact Ernie Melendrez at (505) 702-5329 please call me as soon as possible. I lost my brother and I know this pain well.

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kathy villareal

October 3, 2008

My memories of the twins started when I worked with them at the boys club they were always together even when they held me down to wet me up with a water hose.Like everyone else I had a crush on one of them.My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Verdugo family.Bruce you probably dont remember me but if you ever need to talk I hope you contact me.

Manny Burgoss

March 24, 2008

I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Wayne Verdugo. I had the pleasure of knowing Wayne and his brother Bruce through our tenure at Garfield High School. Wayne, Bruce and myself, played varsity baseball for a few years together. Although I haven't seen either of the two since high school, I still remember how nice they were and how everybody liked them. Being a parent of six of my own children I can't begin to imagine what the Verdugo family is going through. My thought's and prayers are with the enitre Verdugo family and their friends. May God bless you all.

Debbie Flores-Gomez

March 21, 2008

My deepest condolences to the entire Verdugo Family. Wayne will be greatly missed. He has touched so many people through the years.
The circle of friends that gathered to say goodbye demonstrated how much he was loved.

Yvonne De La Barrera

March 6, 2008

To the Verdugo family, god is with you, I know there is nothing no one can say to lessen the pain. In time it will be OK. Wayne and Bruce two nice good looking guys! Wayne is in good hands up there my daughter Kimberly will show him around heaven.

Rene Malvido

March 4, 2008

What a pleasure and priviledge to have had Wayne on the same team.Our deepest condolences to the Verdugos.Rene & Title Malvido

Ricardo Rivas

March 4, 2008

Verdugo Family,
My prayers are with you guys. If there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate to call. May the Lord Bless you guys.

Manuel Alvidrez

March 4, 2008

To All the Verdugo Family:
Thanks for including us in the final earthly good bye to Wayne. Arman & Norma you are the foundation of this loving family as everyone knows. Gary the unsung hero in his humble manner and Bruce & Wayne carried the torch in fine fashion as the Twin Towers of 4th Street School and through their younger adulthood. Since I am older than Gary, my fondest memories of Bruce and Wayne was always looking for acceptance/approval from Big Brother to see if they were to his standards. Truth be told they all are very talented individuals and offer life much more than sporting encouragement. Through sports though we have all known success and failure. We learned to stand, walk,run and fall but most of all we learned to get up and keep on trying. Life is not always easy but worth fighting for. May God Bless the Verdugo's and their extended family throughout the neighborhood.
Sincerely,
Manuel "Secret" & Debbie Alvidrez
of Orange, CA by way of ELA
Garfield Bulldog-Class of 1972

Victor Alvidrez

March 4, 2008

My fondest memory of Wayne is hanging with him and Bruce of course in the famous "Back Room". I was still a pre-teen, yet there I was with the All-City football players from Garfield High! They were giving me words of encouragement along with advice. I appreciate the entire Verdugo family for being the great individuals they are and so many fond memories.

Sasada Family

March 4, 2008

Our prayers are extended to the Verdugo family at this hard time of losing a family member. Bless you.

Daryl Chan

March 4, 2008

Dear Gary and Desiree,
I was so sorry to hear the news having just heard about Wayne a couple of weeks prior. To lose a sibling at such an young age is not supposed to happen but the Lord has his ways and sometimes we just don't understand. My prayers go out to all of you and the family.

Lindy Rios-Gonzalez

March 3, 2008

The last time I saw Wayne was @4th St Elem School sitting on a basketball wearing converse, levi's & a t-shirt that read "Menudo-breakfast of champions" & he was smiling @ me, that is how I will always remember his handsome face! My thoughts & prayers go out to his family & friends, he was & forever will be beautiful.

Vicki Flores

March 1, 2008

To The Verdugo Family my prayers goes out to you. My memories of the twins like everyone else always together. I would like to thank the Verdugo family for such a beautiful reception in honor of Wayne @ Almanzar court and how everyone from the neighthood join together in love, peace & harmony. Bruce continue to keep the torch lit.

Eileen Saucedo-Cortez

February 29, 2008

My prayers are with the family at this difficult time. My fondest memories of Wayne go all the way back to elementary school. I can still remember the boy all those years ago at Fourth Street, you never forget your first boyfriend and I certainly haven't after all these years.

PATRICIA MAPSTEAD

February 28, 2008

I remember having a crush on Wayne while we attended Griffith Jr. High. My sympathy goes out to his family especially Bruce, I remember those 2 were inseparable.
Pat De La Rosa/Mapstead

Jackie Gomez

February 28, 2008

My deepest sympathy is extended to your entire family for your loss. Allthough I have not seen Wayne in many years. The memories I have have of Wayne and Bruce go back to us being in the 5-6th grade at Fourth Street Elementary. I am sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for your family for peace and comfort in your heart. God Bless!

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