Forever Essential

Healthcare workers across California have spent the past year battling the pandemic. We will not forget the legacies of those we’ve lost.

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Vedika was a radiology technician in Modesto, CA. Vedika’s big smile and bubbly presence could brighten up an entire room. She was 36 and leaves behind family around the globe, including nieces and nephews she loved very much. #ForeverEssential

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David was a nursing assistant in Los Angeles. David is remembered for being kind, gentle and humble in his work as a Nursing Assistant. David was 60 and left behind his loving son and his son’s family. #ForeverEssential

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Julie died just months before she planned to retire to spend more time with her husband, two daughters, two sons, and 12 grandchildren. When not with family, she could be found in her garden or tending her chickens and sheep, Molly and Polly. Julie was 64. #ForeverEssential

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Alex was a unit secretary in Los Angeles. He always had a smile on his face, a story to tell, and a contagious laugh that lifted the spirits of coworkers and anyone around him. #ForeverEssential

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Thong enjoyed traveling, driving his red Corvette, & collecting antiques. But above all, he loved spending time with his family, who he taught to be faithful to God, helpful to all, & generous to the less fortunate. He was a cardiovascular tech from Alhambra,CA. #ForeverEssential

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"One of the most painful moments on the frontlines against COVID is when our co-workers became our patients." On the third anniversary of the pandemic outbreak, we continue to honor those we lost. https://t.co/oBqsflAwuu

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It's been three years since the first COVID-19 cases were recorded among California healthcare workers. Through our online memorial, we are helping Californians pay respect to those we have lost to the virus. Sarah was a medical social worker from Albany, CA. #ForeverEssential

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At 19, Lazaro moved to California from Okinawa, Japan to work in the computer industry, where he would later meet his wife of 32 years. As he passed, his family prayed with him and played his favorite song, Eric Clapton’s "Tears in Heaven." Lazaro was 64. #ForeverEssential

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When the pandemic tore through his community, Hernando would often go days without sleeping to make sure his patients were taken care of and his children were supported and loved. Hernando was 50 and leaves behind a son and three daughters. #ForeverEssential

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Joshua and his sister were inseparable. They spent countless hours together at Disney parks around the world where Joshua took beautiful photos that he shared with his 25,000 Instagram followers. He was 29 and leaves behind his sister and his parents. #ForeverEssential

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After over 20 years of service, Marco was known by everyone at his hospital. He was always smiling and joking — he was known to exclaim "Beep Beep!" to coworkers when he drove by them in his cart. #ForeverEssential #COVIDRemembranceMonth

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Vincent became a quadriplegic as a teenager, but persevered to achieve his dreams and help countless people overcome their obstacles as an addiction medicine therapist. Vince was 65 and leaves behind a loving family. #ForeverEssential

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Ryan was an avid pilot with a heart for service. He often spent his free time doing flyovers at local hospitals or volunteering to fly rescue animals to safety. Ryan was 42 and leaves behind his family, a twin sister, countless friends, and fellow wingmen. #ForeverEssential

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Adena touched the lives of everyone around her with her kindness and compassion. She was a committed mentor to many caregivers at her job. Adena was 45 and leaves behind her husband and four children who were the center of her life. #ForeverEssential

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Booker enjoyed singing, cooking, Westerns, and church. He served as a medic in the U.S. Army and continued his healthcare career as a Licensed Vocational Nurse for over 35 years. He was 64 and leaves behind his children and grandchildren. #ForeverEssential

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Steadfast in her faith and dedicated to her work, when Tracy wasn’t caring for patients, she often spent her free time leading Bible study with the incarcerated. Tracy was 61 and leaves behind her daughter and her loving church ministry. #ForeverEssential

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Rosary was a joyful, supportive mom and a huge LA Lakers fan. She even bought a nosebleed seat to watch Kobe Bryant’s last game. Rosary was 63 and leaves behind 3 daughters, a husband, and 5 siblings — including her twin sister, with whom she loved to disco dance. #COVIDMemorial

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Felipe dedicated 30 years of his life to serving patients at his hospital. He was loving, patient, and joyful as he helped people through some of their most difficult moments. He was 48 years old, and leaves behind his loving wife, children, and extended family. #ForeverEssential

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Among her Filipino coworkers, Celia was known as “ate” (pronounced AH-tay), which means big sister. She always had a smile on her face. Celia was 61 and leaves behind her fiancé and two sons. https://t.co/7KESXfljbV

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Full of energy and joy, Percilla was devoted to her family, and always had a big smile on her face. Percilla was 63 and leaves behind her husband and two sons. Visit our online memorial to learn more: https://t.co/YHNKzchil6 #COVIDRemembranceMonth