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Hector Figueroa Obituary
Hector R. Figueroa, age 78, passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 surrounded by his family. He was a native Angelean, born in Angelus Hospital, Los Angeles, CA. His mother, Aurora Contreras, was born in Sonora, Mexico and his father, Armando Figueroa was born in California.
Hector graduated from Dorsey High School, loved playing baseball and attended Los Angeles City College and USC. He honorably served in the United States Army during the Korean War during which he played baseball for the Army team.
He was a legend in the film industry – having risen from a dolly grip, through the ranks to be the first Key Grip to become a Director of Photography/Cinematographer. He was known for "lighting the ladies" beautifully, and was one of the pioneers in using the steadicam in the film industry.
He is survived by his wife, Anna Mary, and children: Lisa M. Figueroa, Mark M. (Becca) Figueroa, Stephen A. (Jen) Figueroa, Jeanette N. Griffin and Scott C. Griffin; his sister, Patricia Osuna, and niece, Francesca Osuna; and many loving cousins.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Parish, 22508 Copper Hill Drive, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Hector's honor to the Building Fund at www.saintkateriparish.org
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Yu Sok Chang
June 27, 2020
Hector and Anna Mary introduced me to American life through the homestay program in January of 2006. I would never forget the kind heart you and your family shared. Rest in peace, Hector.
February 8, 2013
An amazing life lived to the fullest
Stephanie Steele
January 13, 2013
Dear AnnaMary, and Family So Sorry for your Loss....My Love and Prayers .... Barbara Tripp
Heather MacKenzie
January 11, 2013
Hector was a mentor in the film industry and a wonderful person, and I will miss him terribly. I was a camera woman in television and film, and met Hector while shooting news and he was DP on a series we were covering. He encouraged me and mentored me, as I had also studied film, but had few opportunities to break into film, and we became friends. I let him accompany me on several shoots with Eye on LA, and he ended up giving me pointers on safety, (I was hanging out of the highest building in LA, shooting electricians lighting the top story and shooting a guy dynamiting a cave on a dangerous jobs story.) He was funny, a good actor, had great timing, understood people, and loved his family foremost. I remember when he met AnnaMary. He was over the moon. I'm so glad he found her. Rest in Peace, dear Hector.
Jackie Chase
January 7, 2013
Dear Anna Mary: I have been truly blessed these last few years to have you in my life. I didn't know Hector well but he was always so kind to me and made me feel welcome. I loved his sense of humor and I knew he was very special. I so wish Dave and I had known him better. You are a light to everyone in your life, and I send all of my love and prayers to you and your family.
Robert & Cathy Griffin
January 6, 2013
We were so fortunate to visit and 'talk story' with Hector and Anna Mary in April of last year. Hector will be greatly missed by all!
Lisa Figueroa
January 6, 2013
Dad, you loved candle light. I'll never forget Kevin wondering why he looked so good whenever he'd visit. I explained to him it was because all the lamps had dimmers and pink light bulbs.
January 3, 2013
Hector, Anna Mary, Patrica, and Hector's sister in law came to Sacramento one Sunday in 2010 under the pretense of seeing my father, Hector's cousin, at an installation mass for our new pastor. My father, Chiqui Prietto, did not attend but we had the most wonderful afternoon getting to know Hector and his family members. I had always heard my father speak highly of his cousin Hector and feel blessed to have had the opportunity to get to know him. My sincerest condolences to Anna Mary and Hector's family.
Anita Prietto Cueto
Hector, Anna Mary , and Patricia make a surprise visit to Sacramento
Anita Prietto Cueto
January 3, 2013
Diana Limon
January 3, 2013
Dear Anna Mary, your St Kateri family grieves with you. We love you and are praying for you and your family. God Bless you and give you comfort during this difficult time. Hector is dancing with my mom all of our loved ones in heaven now.
Gloria Prietto
January 3, 2013
Hector, Hector, the garbage collector! That was my taunt to my cousin, Hector. I annoyed him to no end. He would come over to my mom's house in Los Angeles, and go swimming. He was so, so very handsome. The "dark" Tyrone Power. And he played an awsome game of tennis, and also looked so wonderful in tennis shorts. He was a nice and loving gentleman. I remember him as also going to my Aunt Katita's house at Christmas, and Hector was always there, and he would tease all of his cousins and we, too, would dish it out. He is now, so they say, in a "better" place, teasing and joking with all his family. Hector, you are missed. love...Gloria Prietto.....
Patti Rizzo
January 3, 2013
Anna Mary,
I am truly saddened by the loss of Hector. I pray for you and the family to be at peace. We will all miss Hector very much. Blessings to you and your family. With Love, Peace and Prayers ....Patti Rizzo/St. Kateri Church family
January 3, 2013
January 3, 2013
We so enjoyed Hector's humor. Our sympathy for your loss.
Linda Freitas Roslinda and Frances Freitas Dennis
Corky Oakes
January 2, 2013
Anna Mary and family, I was so saddened to hear of Hector's passing. I will forever remember his impish sense of humor and abundant kindness. I hold you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom Nicholas
January 2, 2013
My heart goes to Anna Mary, family and loved ones. I'm so sorry for your loss. I've known Hector to be nothing less than the kindest, most warmhearted and friendliest man I have ever met. Hands down!
Dad at Fresh Works! He loved his potato chips
mark figueroa
January 2, 2013
George Pargas
January 2, 2013
I met Hector at last year's retreat at Mater Dolorosa. He was the first to greet me and ask me my name. I will always remember how happy and friendly he was. I am glad I had the opportunity to meet him.
Frank Cruz
January 2, 2013
I'm good friends with Hector's youngest son Steve. Steve is a great friend, and a testament to Hector skills as a father.
Pam and Bob English
January 2, 2013
Our love and sympathy Anna Mary, as we share in the memories of a wonderful person. Hector had such a welcoming smile that was always accepting and warmed us with a sense of peace. We feel fortunate to have shared the "Livie Connection" with Hector. We are so thankful to have gotten to know Hector and his welcoming embrace when we would see him at church and that will be a part of us always. Our prayers and love to you and all his family and friends. He is now in our Lord's embrace.
Mindy & Terry Irwin
January 2, 2013
Dear Anna Mary and family. We are so sorry for your loss and we continue to keep all of you in our prayers. We will always remember Hector's gentle spirit, beautiful smile,his great show biz tories and his great sense of fun! What a beautiful presence he was in this world! We love you, Anna Mary.
John Leonard
January 2, 2013
Anna Mary . . . .our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hector was always so kind and loving to our entire family and always had a great smile whenever we saw him. Thank you for being such a great part of our extended family. We know that Hector is still smiling down upon all of us. ~ The Leonard Family
Cathy Sturdivant
January 1, 2013
Even thouogh I only had the pleasure of meeting Hector a few times at family reunions, he was a fun loving man and will be missed.
The Aimiuwu Family
January 1, 2013
Anna Mary and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. We didn't get to know him well, but Hector was always very neighborly and with a ready smile. We pray your peace and comfort during this difficult time.
January 1, 2013
As family members we have only loving memories of Hector's generous heart towards his family and loved ones. Our most recent memory was in November of 2010 when he and Anna Mary made a special trip to honor my mother's, Amparito, 90th birthday in Arizona. That smile lit up a room and one could tell he was a very contended man. May he rest in peace in God's loving arms.
Miles and Rose Crafton and Amparo Maldonado (First cousin)
Jim & Sharon Skiles
January 1, 2013
We did not have the privilege of meeting Hector but based on our friendship with his son Steve, we know he was a was a kind and caring man who instilled the same qualities in his son. Hector's integrity and example has touched individuals from CA to FL. Our prayers are with the family.
gigi
December 31, 2012
Every Sunday morning at 8:30 Mass Hector's smile greeted me when he took his seat in the front-row pew. Thankfully, I get to remember his smile every time I walk by that pew. Such a blessing and warm feeling...and now he smiles at us from above. Praying that you will draw strength and comfort from Our Lord, Anna Mary.
Kurt and Mari Wahl
December 31, 2012
We are so sad to hear of your loss. We remember Hector's wonderful sense of humor and will miss him.
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