July 05 1961 July 14 2020
Oscar’s Obituary Oscar Hector Garcia, Jr., Fullerton resident of nearly 20 years, passed away peacefully at home on the afternoon of July 14th, his big heart playing its last beat just 9 days after his 59th birthday. His unique personality, creative spirit, and imaginative sense of humor left an indelible impression on family and friends alike, who now lament his passing while holding many cheerful memories close to heart. “Ozzie” was born to Oscar and Velia Garcia in 1961, shortly after the newlyweds moved from Houston, TX, to Compton, CA. The first of three sons, the Garcia’s growing family soon relocated to La Mirada, CA, where Ozzie spent the rest of his childhood and early adult life. After graduating from La Mirada High School in 1979, Ozzie completed a culinary program at Cerritos College. Pursuing a childhood dream to work at Disneyland, he became a chef at Disneyland’s famous Club 33, where he incorporated his natural talents as an artist. He earned many awards and honors for his creative culinary art that encompassed ornate sculptures and intriguing presentations showcased at events and banquets. With the influence of his musician father, Ozzie learned guitar and bass at an early age. Soon he was performing and recording with his brothers and friends in the local rock, punk, and Latin music scenes. Ozzie married La Mirada native Sandra Wetzler in 1985, and the two became the youngest homeowners in the city. A daughter, Sarina, was born in 1986, followed by a son, Justin, in 1990. The family relocated to Murrieta, CA. Eventually Ozzie followed his own adventurous path, seizing opportunities across California, Ohio, and Oklahoma until finally settling in Fullerton where he spent his remaining years. Adored son, brother, father, uncle, cousin, friend, musician, artist, chef…Ozzie filled many roles – including that of my big brother. Ozzie’s compassion for the less-fortunate, support of social causes, and love of animals are just a few examples of his big heart. He has left behind many whose lives he brought a big smile and good times, he will be missed dearly. Ozzie is survived by his mother and father, younger brothers Gilbert and Albert, son and daughter Justin and Sarina Garcia, and nephew Austin Pender. In lieu of flowers the family kindly requests donations be sent in his name to Disabled American Veterans (www.dav.org) or a local animal protection agency. Read More
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Oscar Ozzie H Garcia Jr July 05 1961 July 14 2020.
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Death notice for the town of: Fullerton, state: California