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1995
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2011
Alexa Olivera Obituary
Alexa Rae Olivera died Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at the sweet age of 16.
Alexa was born February 8, 1995 in Lompoc to Jeffrey and Deanne Olivera. She attended local schools and was currently enrolled as a junior at Cabrillo where she loved belonging to Cabrillo water polo and swimming. She was part of the Junior Lifeguards program with the California State Beach Department. She was a born cheerleader and spoke out when she felt it was necessary. She took pictures as a child and never quit composing. She would write and draw for days and never questioned her self-expression. She always read and was a disciple of knowledge and truth. She would fish with her father and cook vegan dishes with her mother.
Our darling Alexa was the light in all of us, a light that could never die. Alexa lived a thousand lives, and to say it simply she loved life. She was a fighter and a determined soul. She loved people and made friends everywhere she went. She loved animals so much that she refused to eat them. She loved plants. They gave her strength and she surrounded herself with mother earth's beautiful flowers.
In addition to her parents Alexa is survived by her brothers Nathaniel and Zachary, her grandparents Jim and Joan Olivera, George and Beverly Williams and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Private interment took place in the Olivera family plot in the Lompoc Cemetery
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Memories and Condolences
for Alexa Olivera
Kaylin Caton
May 1, 2012
Even though we didn't hang out all of the time, the times that we did meant a lot to me. You were always laughing and saying funny things that I'll never forget. I'm glad that I was fortunate enough to call you a friend. I still miss you each and everyday. It's weird not seeing your smiling face for such a long time. <3
jacqueline mcdonough
February 1, 2012
I miss you so much
you don't even understand
I can't go a day thinking about you.
my condolences to your family
<3 i love you girl <3
matt johnson
December 1, 2011
we miss yo alexa sooo much you always brightened my day with your smile i cant wate to see you agin
Shelby Markham
October 9, 2011
I love you girl. Your part of my reason to smile every time. I hope you know how amazing you still are, and always will be.
lorraine castillo
October 4, 2011
miss you alexa!
Alexis LaPollo
October 2, 2011
I miss you so much Alexa. You always knew how to make me laugh when I was in a bad mood, whether it was by coloring me a funny pictures, saying my name in that mischievous tone you were so good at or pulling faces at me across the room. I am so happy I got to know you for the couple of years I did, you have changed me for the better with your huge heart and warm smile, so thank you. I love you and I miss you but I'll see you again someday name twin I know it. My heart goes out to your family, I know they must be hurting.
RIP until we see each other again, I love you Alexa.
September 30, 2011
RIP alexa i didnt ever get to meet you but you sound like an amazing person, i would have loved to of known you.
Kiana Bartley
September 25, 2011
Aw the sweet sweet Alexa. I known you since you were in my Spanish class at Cabrillo High you were so happy always smiling and joking around. You were so intelligent full of hope and dreams it makes my heartache to know that you are gone. I miss you so much, I will visit you every week my love. Your forever in my heart. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Cody Farrell
September 23, 2011
Oh Alexa, how I miss you, you always knew how to make me smile, just your voice.
How you said my name with every greet and goodbye, it seems like yesterday I first met you, it seems like yesterday I last saw you.
Save me a nice, warm, comfy seat right by you. Pardon me if I take a while, I'm still glorifying everything you've blessed this earth with, you've changed it, you made a huge difference. I saw you the other day in photo, Amber and I were talking about you and how you loved everything when a little dragonfly fly around the class a few times. Goes to show, when you kill a butterfly in the past it drastically changes the future. You were a butterfly, and nothing will ever be the same without you Lexy.
September 22, 2011
Dear Olivera Family,
God Bless You in this time of deep sorrow.
Sincerely,
Nancy Lee
September 12, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Shirene Anguiano
September 10, 2011
Dear Family,
Alexa was in my class at Bright Beginnings Preschool. She was one of very few that would still say "hi" to me after so many years. I will never forget her beautiful smile, and she always had the best stories to go along with whatever she brought for show and tell. She loved sharing with the class about all the wonderful things her Grandma got for her. She was a joy to be around. I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart aches. Your family is in my thaughts and prayers.
"Miss. Shirene"
Peg Beebe
September 7, 2011
Dear Joan, Jim, Deanne, Jeff, Nathan and Zach,
I didn't know your precious Alexa but I feel the pain of the people who knew her well. My teacher friends say she was delightful, and in reading about her I wish I had known her. My condolences and prayers.
Mrs,. Duane Johnson
September 7, 2011
Dear Family of Alexa Olivera. I do not know your family nor did I know your beautiful daughter Alexa. I share your pain as I too, lost my daughter some years ago. The pain is indescribable and you will grieve for the rest of your lives. Please know that even strangers are praying for you and we are asking God to help you through this heart breaking time. May you find some measure of comfort in knowing that a community of friends, family and yes, even strangers understand your pain and are praying for you. May her memories and the comfort of knowing how much we all care sustain you, bless you and in time your heart will be able to smile at all the wonderful memories of your Alexa. God bless you. A person who cares for you and your loss. Love and peace.
Ron and Bonnie Vandiver
September 6, 2011
Peace be with you now and always. Our prayers are with you.
Seama Maxwell
September 6, 2011
Our hearts go out to your family, we spent some fun times with Alexa, camping and just hanging out. We will miss her dearly and send out our most deepest sympathy to your family...
Nanci McConnell
September 6, 2011
We are so very sorry for the loss of your BEAUTIFUL daughter. Our Grandaughter Emma loved her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss...( Emma's Grandparents)..Steve and Nanci McConnell
Emma Tamoua
September 6, 2011
Dear Olivera Family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss of wonderful Alexa. There are not enough words to describe how much she will be missed. I will always remember the wonderful memories I was grateful enough to share with her.. Alexa you were such a blast to be around and I love you. My thoughts and prayers are with you always
With a very heavy heart,
Emma xoxo
Mallory Lisa
September 6, 2011
Dear Deanne, Jeff, Nate and Zack, We are so sorry for your loss. Alexa is a beautiful young woman. Our thoughts and prayers go to you and your family. Love The Mallory's, Pat, Lisa, Chris, Daniel and Josh
Marcie Signorelli
September 6, 2011
Dear Jeff abd Deanne
I am so sorry for loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Becky Barna
September 5, 2011
Dear Olivera Family,
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Your family and all that loved Alexa are in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank & Becky Barna
Janet Walter
September 5, 2011
Dear Deanne, Jeff, Nate and Zach,
I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am for your terrible loss of your beautiful Alexa. I am so grateful I had the chance to visit in July and will always treasure that memory.
My love to all of you.
Aunt Janet
Sheila huyck davis
September 5, 2011
Deanna and Jeff- I was so hoping that I did not know who this was. Then reality hit and my heart has been so sad for the both of you. There are no words that make this any better or words for you to hear. Just know that we are thinking of you.
Colleen & Manika
September 5, 2011
Deanna ~ there is no way to lessen the loss of your vital and beautiful daughter. Nika and I wish you strength and comfort at this sad time.
Candice, Michael and Shaun Fleming
September 5, 2011
Alexa, I know you are not in pain anymore. We are going to miss your smile. Shaun is going to miss running around and picking flowers with you. I never got to thank you for taking care of him like he was your own little brother. We know you are sitting next to our Father with your Hands in His. We are going to miss you and love you dearly.
Deanne and family.... I could never begin to know what your pain is for losing Alexa. I know what it is like to lose someone so close as I lost my mother. You are in my prayers every night. Love you Deanne!
deena breen
September 5, 2011
Dear jeff and family was so sorry to here about your loss...We will be praying for you and your family at this hard time...Reach for the Lord and he will help you always...love you Eddie, alice, eddie boy, deena Breen...
Melissa McFadden
September 5, 2011
Dear Deanne, Jeff, Nathan, and Zach,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Please know that we are praying for and thinking of you constantly. Know that God is with you during this difficult time.
Love, your cousins, Melissa and Andre McFadden
September 5, 2011
Dear Deanne, Jeff, Nate, Zack & Family, Words can't express the sorrow and pain I feel for your loss. My heart aches for you and your families. Alexa obviously touched many peoples lives. May your love for her be your strength till you meet again...My prayers and deepest sympathies, Craig
September 5, 2011
Dear Jeff, Deanne and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Alexa's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. James and Eva Jaborek
September 4, 2011
Jeff and Dee, My heart goes to you. May the Angels above wrap wings around Alexa to protect and guide her on her travels to her place above. May the Angels of God provide the solaice of his love to you and your family as you search your heart for the love from above. Friends are here should you need to talk, may God above carrry you through this painful walk.
Deacon Jeff Braxton
September 4, 2011
Dear Olivera Family:
Thank you for allowing me to grieve with you yesterday and thank you for inviting me to participate in Alexa's committal. My personal faith tells me that she is smiling down upon us right now.
Please feel free to contact me through La Purísima Concepción (805-735-3068) if I can be of further assistance to you in this most difficult time.
Sincerely yours in our RISEN Lord and Savior – Jesus Christ,
September 4, 2011
We send our prayers of sympathy to you all. May the Lord bless and keep you, especially at this time of great sadness. Your neighbors, the Keefes.
Kristy Wayson
September 4, 2011
Dear Olivera Family-
Our son Zach attended Cabrillo HS with your daughter and we are deeply saddened and sorry for your loss. May you find peace during this time of mourning-may God bless your family.
The Braithwaites
September 4, 2011
Terribly sorry for your loss! She was a good girl! Both of my sons are gonna miss her!
Stevens
September 4, 2011
Terribly sorry for your loss , you'll be in everyone's prayers . May Alex be missed .
Cynthia White
September 3, 2011
Our hearts and prayers go out to the Olivera Family. Your beloved daughter is loved by our son Charlie and he is very sad to loose his friend. May God Bless you and keep your family comforted. The White Family. (Belgium, EU)
R. Allen
September 3, 2011
Lexa, you are such a beautiful person. You're an amazing water polo player and you were a fabulous addition to Cabrillo. You'll be so greatly missed <3
Solis
September 3, 2011
Dear Mr.Olivera,I dont even know where to begin or say just that I am praying for you and asking god to give you the strenghth to be strong,wich you have since ive known you, I met you through zack and what a gentleman zack has always showed me when he come by the house to visit my son sisto,Once again Mr.Olivera as a father myself I am Soooooooooooooooooooooooooooo Sorry...And I will Continue Praying for you.
Johniece Elbert
September 3, 2011
My friend Jilly told me about her loss of a good friend. I can't help but hurt for not only her but for your family and other friends. I pray that you are in a better place right now, and I pray that your family and friends are okay and are safe. They miss you dearly, I can tell. So sorry for your loss, my condolences to the family.
Lina Atchley (AC's mom)
September 3, 2011
Dearest Alexa,
I saw you as my daughter & always will. Every time you were around you made our days a little brighter. My family & I will cherish every wondeful moment we spent with you. You were a great person. You left a huge mark in our lives and we will continue to always keep you in our memories & hearts. You know you always held a special part of my heart. I will see you again & get to see your beautiful smile. Love you always Alexa.
Nicole Vega
September 2, 2011
Olivera Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. We were blessed to know Alexa and spend time with her. My heart is heavy and will be for a long time. Madie will always remember her.
mandie maestas
September 2, 2011
Dear Olivera Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to each and everyone in your family. I know the whole water polo and swim team will miss her so much. I know my daughter Mattie does.
Mandie Maestas
Pat Pontesso
September 2, 2011
Dear Deanne, Jeff, Nathan and Zach,
We can't imagine how incredibly diffcult this must be for you all. Alyssa has such wonderful memories of Alexa, and she is beyond saddened by this tragedy. Please know that countless thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Pat Herrera Pontesso
Cortez Family
September 2, 2011
Dear Olivera Family,
We are so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We love Alexa. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With very heavy hearts,
Mia Cortez, Maria and all
Lisa Berber
September 2, 2011
Deanne, Jeff, Nathan, and Zach: Cole and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet, beautiful daughter and sister. Our memories of her are only of a happy and loving girl.
Terry & Carrie Forster
September 2, 2011
9-2-11
Dear Sweet Deanne and Family,
Our God knows all the details and He is full of Grace and Mercy. May you find His Peace trusting that He will be your Comforter and trusted Friend as you process all that is happening.
There just are not words to convey our hearts. Thankfully, God sees each tear that falls and He is faithful to heal all that we surrender to Him.
Please know that you are loved and being prayed for,
Terry and Carrie Forster
xox
Doty Huyck/Dalcerri
September 2, 2011
Deanne, Joan, and Jim; I am devastaed to hear of your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. I send my love.
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