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Michelle Portillo Obituary
Passed away on November 16, 2007. She was born on September 13, 1969, in Riverside, Calif. She is survived by her daughter Destiny Portillo, father Gil Portillo, mother Pamela Portillo-Maxam, sister Sheri Nasi-Bond and brother Ronald A. Portillo. Michelle had a great soul. She will be remembered for her loving heart and thoughtfulness toward others. Michelle always thought of others before herself. She was a wonderful mother, daughter, sister and friend. She will be greatly missed. Services will be held on Monday, November 26, in Southern California.
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Adam Lewis
November 27, 2007
I met Michelle when she was 14 years old in high school. Over the years we shared a stormy yet fulfilling friendship. We grew up together and shared many adventures. When she passed away a piece of me died as well. In good and bad times she was an important part of my life, and will be missed.
Dorothy Schlie
November 27, 2007
Gil this is from Brenda and myself when we say that we are truly sorry for the loss of Michelle. We did not know Michelle but over the years of you talking about her we fell that we knew her. You will be in our prayers for a long time.
Rock Rowland
November 23, 2007
I am glad that we were able to visit Michelle at Stanford about 6 months ago, we all had a good visit.
Justin Filkins
November 21, 2007
I feel lucky that I was able to get to know Michelle. The world will always be a little less bright without her here with us. I'll miss her.
Ronald Portillo
November 21, 2007
My dear sister will be missed greatly by all lives she touched.
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