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Michael Patrick Areyan
1964 - 2020
Michael Patrick Areyan
1964 - 2020
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BORN
1964
DIED
2020
Michael Areyan Obituary
Michael Patrick Areyan
1964 - 2020
Michael , age 55, a resident of Montebello, California went to be with the Lord on February 22, 2020.
Michael was born in Glendale, California on February 25, 1964.
Michael or "Cobra" as he was known, had so much love for his family and friends. His family described him as a Man of God. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Michael attended East Los Angeles College. Michael loved cruising down Whittier Blvd and listening to his favorite Oldies.
Michael worked as an Intervention Coordinator of Southern California Cross Roads.
Michael is survived by his beloved wife: Anna, his loving children, Michael Jr., Madelyn, and Melanee, His mother Karen, 3 sisters, and 13 nieces and 6 nephews. Plus many other family members and close friends that are gong to miss him dearly.
May Michael Patrick Areyan rest in peace with the Lord.
Monique Aguilera
February 22, 2021
A year ago today god called you home. You took a peace of my heart with you. Thank you for taking care of all my life. Because of you I know what love from a father is. You never turned you back on me and for that I am forever grateful. Your love was was always unwavering. Growing up you were the strongest man in my life. I thank god for giving you a heart of gold. With out you life will never be the same. I miss our long conversation and car rides. I hold all my memories of tuck away in my heart. Give my mama a kiss and Anthony a spanking. Love always your first girl
Lupe & Rod Aguilera
June 25, 2020
Mike, We are grateful to our Lord for your life and what you meant to so many people including our family. Gods calling on your life was evident as you ministered and encouraged all those whom He sent your way. Your beautiful family is a testament of your Godly leadership. We want to thank you and Anna for raising Monique in her early years. You both made a great & wonderful impact on her life. Your love and kindness will stay with her forever. Who knew that only a few miles away from us, that little girl whom you cared for would one day become the mommy of our beautiful grandchildren. We are truly grateful to both of you. We miss you. There are no Good-byes to those who are in Christ Jesus but only See You Later. So Brother we say to you, See You Later. Love, Lupe & Rod
Margaret Valadez
May 31, 2020
He was the best mini ever to my daughter Priscilla. Mike n Anna were there all these 37yrs as well as for my other 2 older kids Serena calls him mini too. He cared for my son Sergio III RIP as well. Amazing Godly man son ,husband ,father nino to many uncle etc. You will always be in our hearts n prayers. We love n miss u . RIP Comps. Ur Comadre Margaret
Karen Valencia
May 29, 2020
Mike was a blessing to myself and my family. I want to thank him for hooking up all the beautiful classic cars for our wedding. You were a huge part of our church family. Our church will never be the same without you. Sometimes I wonder why all the best ones go. But maybe God calls the best to rest with Him. Only God knows, and I know we will see you again in heaven! Thanks for not judging me when I was at my worst,You always had words of encouragement.My family will never forget your laugh, your jokes and your light! We love you and your beautiful family. Rest in paradise with Jesus.
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Alexandra Gongora
May 28, 2020
Youve been in our lives for a good time... youre an amazing man always there for your family in any way you can. I hope your smiling, laughing, still existing but your familys side. We love you Michael.
Celina Puga
May 27, 2020
Miguel and I will miss Mike, our compadre. He was one of a kind, and in a class of his own. We loved him so much and it is still so hard to believe he is not with anymore. He was truly one fun and crazy person. His family is our family too. We love Anna and the kids so much, and for so long, and that's why we consider them family. I'm sure he is loving being in the presence of our Lord. He was truly a man after God's heart. R.I.P. Mike, we will see you soon. Our condolences to Comadre Anna and the kids. God bless you all.
Sally Areyan
May 27, 2020
You are greatly missed ..the last time i seen you was in 2010..i was pregnant ..you stopped by to see how i was doing when i lived in san pedro..i remember when steven used to think your name was "my toe " ! Lol Rest in Paradise cousin .
Cynthia Basulto
May 27, 2020
It was a pleasure knowing you my friend and brother in christ. i know the afterlife with our lord jesus will be amazing. Your wife and children are your treasures that someday in the future god will reunite you all. For now my friend continue life in the light. May the lord Angel's encamp over your wife and children.
Faith Gomez
May 27, 2020
Uncle mike, thanks for always being there, being an uncle to me, and putting smiles on peoples faces when they walk through the door at church. Even the days I didnt feel like laughing you always made me laugh. I love you and Rest In Peace ❤
Ron Fisher
March 16, 2020
Mike was a beacon of light for many residents throughout the County and in several cities. The moments we shared with him were always positive, sincere, and his energy was unparalleled. As staff with the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, particularly the Office of Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, we send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Mike Areyan. May God bless the family.
That's me and Mike side by side boo taking the picture big herb Big Mike and big boo from Compton
Willie Williams
March 14, 2020
Mike was the best man a true leader and a true friend some people in Life are just Irreplaceable
Willie Williams
March 14, 2020
My name is Willie Williams I just wanted to say that Mike was a very good friend of mine he was more than a friend he was like my brother I lost two brothers in the past and Mike was like my oldest brother Curtis Mike was more than my brother he's an educator he gave me a voice to help people understand that there's more to life then proverty homelessness and failure I speak up today because Mike gave me that voice back to let me know that I am somebody and I can stand up to anything so To Who It May Concern I hope it reaches the right ears my name is Willie Williams but they call me big herb thank you for allowing the opportunity to express myself about my friend. May God bless his wife and his children. Thank you for allowing Mike to share his life with me
Arcelia Tavarez
March 11, 2020
Mike and I shared a space in the same office. He called me his "cellie". He jokingly said he was able to tolerate me in the office because I love oldies like he did. He spoke of his family with such pride and joy. Mike was dedicated to serving the community. He reached out to me a couple of weeks before his passing to try and connect someone to services. That speaks volumes to me. Even in his own time of illness he wanted to help someone else. Mike will be missed. I will miss his compulsion of keeping things clean in the office and his story telling as well as his jokes. Its hard to adapt to the office without Mike, but I know he would want us to continue servicing the community. You will always be a part of the Crossroads family Mike.
Marcos Vega
March 10, 2020
Homie' I know you were given Golden Wings, I can't wait to get mines I hope there as big as yours, I believe theres something Awesome after life, when it's my time I will see you again till then forever stay Illuminated in the presence of the Almighty God....
Latanya Mclaine
March 9, 2020
My prayers and condolences for mike wife and kids & family. Mike I am going to truly miss u My supervisor u was such a godly man & loved ur family u spoke about them all the time. I will make sure the great things u taught me about being a good interventionist that I use those tools and ur LEGACY live on & celebrate our birtdays yours the Feb.25 and mines Feb. 26 R.I.Paradise Mr. MIKE AREYAN
Ben Owens
March 9, 2020
The world has lost a great man with a true heart for people. Mike helped talk me off the ledge a few times. His calm and cool demeanor always gave assurance that everything is going to be alright. Until we meet again my friend, much love and respect,
Ben "Taco" Owens
Rest in Peace
March 9, 2020
Paul Carrillo
March 9, 2020
Mike was a 'one of a kind' character. Strong minded, handy man, jokester, always helping others and as loyal as they come. He use to tell me that we would be good "cell mates" if we were busted. He said we we would laugh so much we would forget we were incarcerated. But, he also said we would have to "fight every couple weeks" because we got on each other's nerves so much. Then we could go back to laughing!
I learned a lot from you Mike. At different times in my life you supported me by filling many roles. A brother, friend, coworker, uncle and spiritual advisor. You can not be replaced. A part of me feels LOST. May you rest in heaven with all the other loved ones who went before you. Save a few laughs for when I get up there! Much love and Respect brother.
Brother Richard Hirbe
March 9, 2020
His hunger is now fulfilled... he is in the embrace of God. The first words he heard after his last breath were Well done good and faithful servant... enter into the Kingdom I have prepared for you All who him... were drawn closer to God because of his testimony and faithfulness. Rest In Peace brother...
Josephine Berrones
March 9, 2020
Michael I remember you in Verdugo High school you were a nice cool good guy and good friend and very helpful Michael rest in peace you will be missed
Mely Obregon Davis
March 9, 2020
Awww Michael I see you grew to good and being good to others ! A beautiful legacy you are taking home to Jesus .. he will be proud:). Hadnt seen you or your family after we all went our separate ways from school:) I do remember Anna telling me about that rattlesnake that got you later ! Scary story glad you were okay! Heard youre arm was black to your elbow ! Love you and your family and I wait for us .. we will join you in time and have a heavenly reunion ..ps say hi to my mom and dad okay? Love Mely
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In memory of Cobra
Alice Lucero
March 9, 2020
Michael is my cousin. The last time I seen Mike was at the family reunion at Chevron Park. It's been a while. I remember our conversation was really deep about changing our life's. Michael we both changed, God blessed us both. That r Lord have us another chance. You will b truly missed Love your cousin Alice Lucero Tia Jenny's Moreno Ortega daughter.
Juan Munoz
March 9, 2020
You left to soon Homie but I'll see you later I hope . If I make it up there. You are good man , nothing but love for you.
Gilbert Lopez
March 8, 2020
What an honor to be able to share a few thoughts of my brother and friend Mike. What an amazing man of God. Always praying for other. He has truly blessed many and will be missed. Our prayers continue for Anna, Mike Jr, Melanee, and Maddie. We love you all. God bless.
Yvonne Garza
March 8, 2020
May you RIP, watch over your family and know you were loved. Cousin Yvonne n Family
Ruben Fimbres
March 8, 2020
I will miss u till we meet again homeboy much love ur homie RASCAL LMV
Taylor Mason
March 8, 2020
R.i.p cousin you will be missed ❤
Meeko lori Torres
March 8, 2020
Mike you will trurly be missed but never forgotten we will forever follow your good advice and continue to serve the lord. We want to meet with him again we love you mike anna and girls ❤❤❤
Michelle Tellez
March 8, 2020
Brother Mike,
Thank you for always being there for my family. You had a heart of gold. You will definitely be missed. RIP brother.
Gabriel Gomez
March 8, 2020
Brother Cobra,
Thank you for always being there. You will he missed, but I know we will see you again.
The Gomez Familia
Steven Basulto
March 8, 2020
I would like to thank Mike for the 40 some years of friendship that he has given to me here on earth until we meet again my brother RIP.
Valerie Franco
March 8, 2020
Uncle baloo thank you for being the best uncle anyone can ask for!! Im so grateful that jr got the chance to know you! We love you so very much until we meet again - mowgli and jr
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Mario (Chico) Rubio
March 8, 2020
May the Homie Cobra R.I.P, he will truly be missed by all his friends and family. He will never leave us, but watch over us. Enjoy your wings my brother...
Daniel Alvarez
March 8, 2020
My Primos Going Home Party Was a Beautiful One.. He was a Mighty Man of God.. We Lift up His Beautiful Family.. Hold All My Cousins Tight My JESUS.. Rest Easy Cuz, Rest in Paradise,And Save us a Spot ❤
Drina Alvarez
March 8, 2020
I will miss you dearly my friend may you rest in heavenly peace, love you always ❤
Janet Campos
March 8, 2020
I loved your relationship with Anna and the Girls. You were a beautiful example of of a Godly Father and Husband. At Church you were there watching over us from the back of the Church making sure things were safe and flowing smoothly....Rest in our Lords arms now, my Brother......My prayers and my heart are with you Anna, Maddy, Melanee and Mike Jr. The Lord bless and comfort you always.
Ken & Mishel
March 8, 2020
Thank you for being an awesome brother, great leader and teacher, prayer warrior and friend, you will most definitely be missed but we cant wait to see you again. Thanks to you, Anna and the kids for opening your home to me and my family for birthdays, holidays, games of scrabble and just to hang out. Ken and I love you all.
New International Version
Ruth 2:12
12 May the Lord repay you for what you have done. May you be richly rewarded by the Lord, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge.
Don Antelo
March 8, 2020
Sista and myself will Forever be thankful for Mike..And we will Keep Anna,Lil Mike,Maddy,And Malanee in our prayers.
David and Nanette Felix
March 8, 2020
Mike "Cobra" we are proud to call you a friend may you rest in our lord house . You will be missed deeply but never forgotten you for ever will live in our hearts and memories tell we meet again old friend.
Sunnie
March 7, 2020
Mike, you were like family to me. Its comforting to know youre in Gods presence now. My love to Anna, Mike, Maddy and Melanee.
Sylvia Luna
March 7, 2020
We love❤you "My Sancho" My Buddy"
Michelle Bifulco Monroe
March 7, 2020
Michael there are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after there gone the light remains I still see your light. The Bifulco family has always been so grateful to you always showing respect and coming out to our family when our mother, father and brother passed. Thanking you Anna and kids for sharing Mike rest in paradise until we meet again.
Mary Lou Aldaco
March 7, 2020
Anna our prayers will continue to go out for you and your Family during this time.
Tony Gonzalez
March 7, 2020
Big Mike! We will all miss you so much. The Areyan family will always hold a special place in The Gonzalezs families hearts. God bless And much love to Anna and the kids! We will see you again brother! - From Tony the Couch
Chris Abeyta
March 7, 2020
Thanks for all the love and support throughout the years Mike, I could never thank you enough for being there when I needed you, I will always love for being patient with me when I was trying to figure out life and it was you that planted that seed when I needed it. Thanks for all tour love you've shown me and my kids and will always love you. Enjoy paradise and see you one day soon brother. Forever your brother
Chris Abeyta
Nicole Piñon
March 7, 2020
Thank you Mike and to the Cobra Family for being one of the families to help my dad be at peace with himself and the lord. I thank you for being that strong family for him when he needed you guys. I got the pleasure of being in Mike's presence a few times and just remeber the happiness and positivity surrounding him. Say hi to my Dad for me! Til we all meet again in Heaven.
Lorraine Gastelum
March 7, 2020
Mike you will always have a special place in my heart as well as your beautiful family. My condolences to you Anna, Mike Jr, Melanie and Maddy. May the Lord Bless and keep you close to him.
Sam Aguilera
March 7, 2020
Mike thank you for all your encouragement over the years, thank you for always trying to open my eyes, talking to me about life, and making me want to be a better father, and husband, I will miss our unexpected convos.
I will see you again my brother, Rest in paradise
Christina Bernal
March 7, 2020
I'm so sorry you are no longer here it was a pleasure knowing you and hearing all the great stories about you from your nephew Fred. He misses you so much and cry's everyday for you . I tell him to cherish all the good memories you both shared and to talk to you every night to help him cope with this tragic loss of a father figure you were for him. May you rest in heaven and fly free and continue to take care of all your family from up above till we all meet again.
Katherine Weaver
March 7, 2020
Mike I just want to say Thank you from the bottom of my heart for leading our family to Church and for being a TRUE friend when Rich needed one. I think you being in that Hospital was Gods will and what is saved Richard from a lot of problems. There wasn't a day that you didn't check on him or us and Angel to see if we needed anything. Throughout the day you sent prayers to keep him focused as his world seemed like it was crashing. That one tragedy has become such a BLESSING we have joined Calvary Chapel we have been able to become close to you and your Family and most of all you led us to God as a Family. I Love you for that my Brother in Christ till we all reunite again tell all my Loved ones Hello and we will make sure that Anna and the kids are always good.
Bonnie Jacobsen
March 7, 2020
May Michael find Peace in the arms of Our Lord. His reward is truly in Heaven. He Believed, but more than that, he lived a truly great life. Sharing his life experiences truly helped many. May he Rest In Peace knowing how many lives he touched.
Melanee Areyan
March 7, 2020
Dad, Ill always be your babygirl. I love you with all my heart and youll always be a part of me. I promise no matter what I do in life, I am going to make you a proud papa. Im going to miss being your lil road puppy and all of our late night adventures. Our memories will never fade. Thank you for always having my back and giving me all you did . I love you daddy
Raelene Aguilera
March 7, 2020
Rest in peace Uncle..
Michael Areyan Jr.
March 7, 2020
Thank You Dad for all the life lessons and insight you gave me in this crazy world. I will never forget what you taught me. I will make you even more proud Dad. Love you forever and my turn to keep watch. Rest Easy. See you again, I promise.
David Caballero
March 6, 2020
Michael ( Cobra) Areyan will be truly missed. I've known him since I was a kid I was 16-17 years old when I met Cobra Mike.Iam 42 years old now and I can honestly say I always have and Always will look up to him. He is a true role model to me and I will miss him. My condolences to his family and much love to you Brother. We will all see you again through our Heavenly Father. With much love and respect David C. Aka (lentes).
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