Angela Zepeda

Born Angela Barajas, in La Salle, Illinois on July 15, 1931, to Jose and Sara Barajas. One of seven siblings, she is predeceased by Esther Barajas, Mary (Felix) Huerta, nephew Mario Huerta, Ramiro and Albert Barajas. She is survived by sister Teresa (Louis) Arroyo, nieces Yvonne, Denise (Dennis) Tyk, Annette Arroyo, sister Carmen (Juan) Pinto, nephew Richard (Chris) Ayala, niece Laura (Jerome) Trejo.

The loving mother of four children, she lost her first born son, Robert Diaz to SIDS when he was just an infant, then came Mary Sarah Rivera , Hector Rogelio Zepeda and Mark Anthony (Nancy) Zepeda.. She was the proud grandmother to one grandson, Mark Anthony (Stephanie) Zepeda Jr.

In 1968 the Zepeda family moved west to Los Angeles, California, settling in Culver City after purchasing the home she still resided in at the time of her death. She was a hard worker both in and out of the home. She worked, sometimes, two jobs to provide her children with a home and other comforts. Her longest held position was as a machinist for the Papermate Pen Company in Santa Monica.

Angela retired from the Papermate Pen Company in 1992 and joined the Culver City Senior Center. The Senior Center gave her opportunities to travel and enjoy the companionship of her fellow seniors. Additionally, she was a member of the Culver City RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) and was a member, in good standing, of the Merry Makers Club of Culver City until her passing.

In May of 2003, Angela was elected Culver City Senior of the Year and received a commendation from the City of Culver City for her leadership role with the Senior Center which led to her election as a member of the Senior Center Board of Directors.

Additionally, in recognition of her outstanding volunteer service she received the County of Los Angeles Older Americans Recognition Day Certificate.

Her community activism included being a member of the Culver City Democratic Club, a City election Poll worker for over 12 years and eventually hosted the elections at her home for local, state and national elections until 2010.

Angie enjoyed playing Canasta with her family and friends. She continually challenged herself by working word puzzles and playing her favorite computer game “Chuzzle.” An avid reader, Angie enjoyed reading Harlequin’s Intrigue series, reading over a 1000 of the book's series.

Angie had a wonderful sense of humor. Her neighbors knew her and loved her. She was generous and always welcomed friends and family into her home, making it possible for many of her children’s friends to call her “MOM.” She spent a lifetime bringing love and joy.

We would like to express our love and gratitude to all Mom’s friends especially the following friends who helped make Mom’s life more enjoyable. You not only helped take care of Mom you gave us peace of mind and I knew she was safe in your care.

Traudl (Gertrude) who is part of our family. She drove Mom to and from the Senior Center on Mondays so she could attend her Merry Makers meetings. Additionally, she checked in on her, made sure she had her lunch and administered her insulin shots. Mom had her number and knew she could call if she needed anything.

My very special friend Bernice or “Beatrice” as Mom sometimes called her. Bernice, a friend of hers who belongs to the Merry Makers Club, knew Mom was diabetic, she watched over Mom at the meetings and kept me informed about upcoming events at the Senior Center.

Connie, our dear neighbor and friend, visited Mom often and kept her company.

Mom, we love you and will continue to carry your memory in our hearts, always.

See you on the other side.

LO

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Mary, Hector and Mark.