Garfield High School

Art Almanza

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Juan Gonzalez - November 21st, 2014

the memories I have from our cross country team working as a team to run against and record our memories to running I can only wish to have had more contact with all I will be joining you soon and hope to run again

DEBORAH SMITH - January 5th, 2014

I REMEMBER WHEN YOU USED TO WALK ME HOME FROM SCHOOL. IT WAS SUCH A LONG WALK...IM SORRY.

Ruben Ortega - August 30th, 2012

Art you were always smiling and a good friend. Always a positive outlook in life and you surely will be missed. We shall meet again in Heaven bro. RIP

Danny Manuel Austria

Birth Date: 1951-01-15

Deceased Date: 2010-08-31

Irene Ortega - May 18th, 2015

Danny, you were such a fun guy. I remember playing basketball with you and your brother Bobby. From grammer school to high school, we had some fun times. I will never forget you my friend.

Your friend always,
Irene Ortega

Christine Austria - May 9th, 2014

Danny, my Brother I miss so very much his handsome face and smile. He was always so much fun to be with. All the girls seem to think so too..

Ralph Carmona - March 17th, 2014

Danny & Bobby lived across the street from me for a short while and we used to play street baseball and football. Suddenly they both disappeared and popped up at Garfield. We never was close; but then I was never close to the crowd of athletes and scholars. I am clueless on what Danny and his brother, Bobby, did with their life. But I do remember admiring the guy when we were in elementary. I think he introduced me to the technique of polishing your tennis shoes black. So big a deal at that time in life and he had back then a confidence that I lacked. What happened, and why, since then to now, is in the uncertainty of life.

Ruben Ortega - September 20th, 2010

My Friend & Brother Danny,

It doesn't seem long ago we were playing Pop Warner football at Grant Rae Park in Montebello. It was a simple life back then, however bonds were made with Manuel Castanon, Ray Galarze, your brother Bobby and I. We carried that bond into Garfield High until yesterday when we said good-bye. You will be missed but not forgotten. We did mourn your passing yesterday, however, we did rejoice because we know you are in heaven with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. It has been a pleasure sharing life with you and I look forward to seeing you again. Good-bye my friend & brother.

Ruben

Ray Barajas

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Leonard Navarro - July 22nd, 2010

Moony was a good friend, smart fella, and well liked by everyone. He never did like people knowing how academically bright he really was. He will always be remembered.

Len

Virginia Blanco - July 22nd, 2010

OOOO Ray. I was totally blown away when I saw you were gone. I was so looking forward to seeing you at the class Reunion.... My prayers and condolence go to the family. It was fun knowing and hanging with you in school. Love ya, Virgie

Catalina ( Cathy ) Aguilar ( Cortinas ) - July 19th, 2010

Mooney,
Dear, Dear, Dear, Friend Mooney. How you kept me laughing all through "History " period. You were the reason why I looked forward to that class. Everyday was always different as you entertained me with your comical ways. I was again heartbroken to see your photograph in the "Memories" Tab. No, No, not Mooney. I do remember our last conversation, and our last meeting. I am happy to say it was at a dance hall, and you stood by me and did not leave my side until the end of the event.Even though I was with my date, you bless me with your presence, and not knowing it would be "OUR" last. Here in my heart you shall live forever. May we see each other again Mooney in our Eternal Life with God's Will and Blessings. I shall include you in my daily prayers, and keep your memory always in my heart. Love you my Dear, Dear, Friend....Mooney......

CAT

Felix Barrera

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Tony Blanco

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Eiji Hirano - September 21st, 2013

Hey Tony, we all miss you. I thank God for letting me talk to you again. When we talked, it was like we never left Garfield, you still had that suave sense of humor and were cracking jokes like before. Tony, you will be surely missed!

Manuel Hernandez - July 3rd, 2013

Tony, you were always a true friend. I didn't know your family

but did know you. I didnt hang out with you in high school but I met you later on in life and it seemed as we were close as we were as Jr High.

Tony was just as genuine as if time stood still. Your missed by many friends and family

Always your friend

Manuel Hernandez

julie rojas/lopez - August 9th, 2010

I remember Tony as he is a brother of a very good friend of mine, Viginia. Tony always looked so handsome and he always had a smile to offer to everyone. I am saddened at his passing and more saddened for my dear friend Virginia who I know will forever miss her dear brother who was truly loved and cherished. Rest in peace Tony.

Virginia Blanco - July 20th, 2010

I miss you so much.. I feel like it was just yesterday you left me.. Love you, my brother. Can't believe it has been a year already.

Your Sis,
Virgie

Gay Borrainan

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Sandra Vargas - February 21st, 2016

Gay won the Poster contest at Stevenson Junior High.
Helena Watson (RIP ) was also in the contest .
Radiant Smile!

Manuel Hernandez - March 2nd, 2014

Gay was a very sweet and wonderful person. she lived down the street from us. She loved her family and friends very much. Especially loved her dad. Her dad was very supportive and showed up to Garfield football games. Dispite his wearing his Roosevelt High Letterman sweater. It was so sad when he passed away. She cried on my shoulder and I cried with her. She was a child of God. Should her younger brothers Sammy, Danny, or Michael are still around please write me at recyclemanny@yahoo.com or call me at 661 3450316

Paul Gonzales - January 21st, 2014

Such a fun spirit. When she walked the halls you could hear her coming, bringing smiles to all. A true friend to all.

DEBORAH SMITH - January 5th, 2014

YOU PUT A SMILE IN MY DAYS WHEN I COULD NOT FIND ONE. BLESS YOU AND YOUR UNDYING SPIRIT.

Virginia Blanco - July 22nd, 2010

Gay, Gay.... what a joy it was to hang with you at times in school... I was bummed out when I saw your picture here..... I sure had wanted to see you at the reunion... My brother couldn't believe it either. My condolence go to the family... Love ya, Virgie

Tony Cabral

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Marilyn Svihlik (Caranci)

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Willie Chappa

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Manuel Hernandez - September 28th, 2018

I knew Willie in High School but became better friends in College. He seemed always in a good mood and always had a genuine grin. I believe his girl friend in college name was Pat Botello. It’s been many years ago. Almost 50 years. RIP old buddy.

Manuel Hernandez

juan gonzalz - June 29th, 2014

what a trip being years and know i know where you are resting and waiting for the rest of us.
this picture will and alwalys take me back to Junior High
when we used to go out and work together on that 58 station wagon with Mr Touch and the rest of the crew.
may you rest in peace and will see u soon.

Helen Cordova

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Lorraine Ruiz/Belman - September 8th, 2010

Helen, you were my best friend since third grade. I have so many good memories of all the good times we had,hanging out together, until the time we had to say goodbye. I miss you very much. Love, Lori Ruiz/Belman

Lorraine Ruiz/Belman - September 8th, 2010

Helen, you were my best friend since third grade. I have so many good memories of you and I hanging out together. I miss you so very much. No one could take your place in my heart. Love, Lori Ruiz Belman

Virginia Cooper - July 22nd, 2010

Just wanted to say how much of a crack up it was knowing you in high school... My brother cherished your freindship too.... my prayers go to the family... Love ya , Virige