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With hearts full of love and faith, we celebrate the life of Adrian Anthony Anacleto, who was called home to the Lord on October 5, 2025, in Simi Valley, California. Born on July 4, 1993, in Panorama City, Adrian’s life was a gift filled with joy, strength, and unwavering devotion to his family, his faith, and the people he loved most. Adrian was the cherished son of Rafaela and Victor Anacleto, and the beloved brother of Victor.
He was also surrounded by the deep love of his aunts, Ana, Vero, and Amalia, as well as his many cousins, who adored him dearly. To his family and friends, Adrian was a source of light, gentle, patient, and full of quiet wisdom beyond his years. Guided by his Catholic faith, Adrian lived each day with grace, gratitude, and humility. Even as he faced the trials of his leukemia journey, he never lost his spirit or his smile. His courage was a testament to the faith of a man who trusted deeply in God’s plan and found peace in prayer.
For many years, Adrian worked in property management and real estate, where he was known for his honesty, work ethic, and kind heart. But beyond his profession, Adrian’s passions reflected the beauty of life itself and savored every minute he had. He was an avid fan of his Los Angeles teams, the Dodgers, Rams, and Lakers, and he found serenity and peace on the golf course, where he often said he felt closest to God and nature. Even during treatment, he would play whenever he could, finding joy in perfecting his swing beneath the open sky.
Those who knew Adrian will remember his laughter, his compassion, and his unshakable belief that love endures beyond all things. His life was a reflection of God’s love, humble, faithful, and full of light. Though he is no longer with us in body, his spirit lives on eternally, free of pain and embraced by divine peace. “Well done, good and faithful servant… enter into the joy of your Lord.” — Matthew 25:23 Rest in eternal peace, dear Adrian. Your light will forever guide us until we meet again.
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