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1946
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2009
Daniel Grajeda Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Daniel Grajeda, loving husband, son, brother, nephew, uncle and friend. Despite the fact that he was a non-smoker and very health conscious, Daniel died from lung cancer on August 1, 2009, with his family and friends by his side.
He was born in San Gabriel, California on May 27, 1946 to Ramon and Anita Grajeda. When he was called to serve in Vietnam, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. After his discharge, he graduated with a B.A. in history from Cal State LA. He lived in San Francisco and eventually went to work for the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier in Ventura until his retirement in 2006.
Daniel is survived by his wife Leliet, brother Ramon, sisters Carmen, Anita, Rosa and Connie, his 91-year-old Aunt Dora, four nephews, five nieces, four great nieces, and stepson Dylan.
Daniel was known to those who loved him as a gentleman and a gentle man. He was intelligent, honest, modest, kind. He was a voracious reader, played the guitar, and was an avid sports fan. As a young man in San Gabriel, he played basketball, baseball and ran track; later he became a passionate golfer, but continued following all sports and cheering for his beloved Lakers and Angels. He also enjoyed the beach and a variety of music. Although he was proud of his military service, Daniel strongly advocated world peace and justice through non-violence. He earned the respect and gratitude of his coworkers for the many years he dedicated to being their union shop steward. He spoke softly but was a tough negotiator.
He was also devoted to the hundreds of Ventura residents who lived on his mail route. During the twenty plus years he walked that mid-town neighborhood, he established warm, enduring friendships with the people who greeted him every day. He valued the wonderful relationships he had with his family and longtime friends, as well as the camaraderie of newer friends, like those in his water aerobics class. Daniel's zest for life, wry sense of humor, and caring heart will be with us always.
A memorial celebration will be held at the Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 16.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Grajeda
September 9, 2009
Our prayers go to Daniels family and friends, Always had a smile. Retired carrier mario marin
Robert & Linda Martin
August 17, 2009
Our prayers go to Dan's family and friends. Always a smile on his face and something nice to say. I knew Dan as our mail carrier for years on S. Joanne Ave. We were all blessed to have know such a man
God Bless
August 14, 2009
I lived at 418 S. Dos Caminos for twenty years and Dan was the letter carrier I always hit it off with the best. We talked Lakers, other sports and had a mutual friend that worked with him in the early to mid 1980s. A great guy, soft spoken and always had a point. My condolences to his wife and the entire family.
~~~~~~Rick Chenoweth
Cindy Rowland
August 14, 2009
My prayers go out to Liliet and the family. It was so wonderful to get to know Dan. He was so full of gratitude and love. He really cared about his mail route and was very good at it. He is a good example of what passion looks like.
Dan you are very loved and always will be. Thank you for touching our lives.
John & Marian McIntosh
August 13, 2009
Leliet & Family:
It has truly been an honor to have Dan and yourself as our friends. God Bless you. Friends forever!
Stephanie McMorrow
August 13, 2009
I am one of Dan's newer friends from the Ventura Aquatic Center. He will be missed by all of us in the water aerobic class. He was a true gentle man. My deepesr condolences to his wife and family
Shawn Mooney
August 13, 2009
Leliet, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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