Obituary of Jr Diego Lopez Perez

Jr Diego Lopez Perez, age 41, passed away on March 8, 2024 in Santa Cruz, California. He was born on October 30, 1982 to Emelina Urias and Diego Lopez Lopez. He was a native of Santa Cruz County. He attended Branciforte Middle School and later obtained his GED.

Throughout his life Diego lived Colorado, Sacramento,and Santa Cruz. Diego loved riding his bike all over town and cruising along the beach. He enjoyed listening to music and enjoyed freestyle, oldies, R&B, Hip Hop, Regional Mexicano, and urban music. He loved caring for his dog Macy. He also liked to watch movies. He enjoyed catching up with family over the phone, especially his sister. He loved working out and loved eating. He loved joking around and making people laugh.

He had a goofy personality and a beautiful smile that was contagious. He has always been very handsome since he was born until now. Diego is survived by his mother, Emelina Urias; step-father, Alfredo Urias; sister, Ariana Lopez; daughter, Adriana Marie Lopez Espinoza; brother, Bruno Lopez; 3 aunts and five unlces. Diego is preceded in death by his father, Diego Lopez and his sister, Nayely Lopez.

A Viewing will take place at 10am on Friday, March 22 at Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel with a Funeral Ceremony to begin at 11am. A Committal Service will follow at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery. All are invited to attend a gathering following the services.

In lieu of fowers, contributions may be made to: https://www.gofundme.com/f/diego-lopez-perez