Marina Isabelle Villavicencio was the first-born child of Isauro and Antonia Villavicencio. She was born on January 9, 1981 in Santa Monica, California. She was a beautiful baby girl and a joy to her parents. Tragically, Marina was taken on the evening of February 21, 2019. Marina was only 38 years old and at the prime of her life.
Marina attended St. Catherine of Laboure Catholic School in Redondo Beach, California. She went on to attend and graduate from El Dorado High School in Placentia, CA. After high school she attended Cal State University, Fullerton, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in History.
Marina was confident, self-assured and courageous in her next challenge. Marina attended Western State College of Law where she graduated with her Law Degree on December 2, 2013. In 2017, Marina founded the Villavicencio Law Firm.
Marina was a member of the Mexican American Bar Association – Political Action Committee (MABA-PAC), where she served as a Board Member. She was a dedicated warrior in the battlefield of social justice and promoted equality for all. Despite her busy schedule, Marina always made time to serve her local community. She was a Professor for Paralegal Studies at Fullerton College, and a mentor to future law students. In addition, she also coached girls soccer,
Marina was very family oriented and was involved in all family activities. She was admired, respected and often loved by her peers, colleagues and almost everyone she came to know. Marina was known for her loyalty and love of family, friends, clients and anyone in need of a friend or just a helping hand. Marina had a life-long passion for soccer and loved playing the sport throughout her life.
Marina had an incredible smile that would light up a room. She had a way of captivating people with her smile, charm, and witty sense of humor. Marina always brought comfort, joy, smiles, and laughter to those around her.
Marina is survived by her parents Isauro, Antonia, her brother Richard and sisters Bianca and Evelyn.
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