Maria Cedillo

Maria was such a beautiful person inside and out. She had a special gift by putting a smile on anyone who came in contact with her. Her uplifting spirit was contagious. It's hard to believe that she is gone. I will always remember her dancing and having so much fun at our Christmas Party. The memory of the beautiful person she was will live on in me and everyone that knew her.

Gina Nava June 26, 2009

Your time with us was cut short. There are not enough words to describe what an amazing person you are.

Maria, you have such a positive attitude and outlook on life. You never complaine about anything. You always did everything with a smile on your face. You could never tell if you were having a good or bad day. I am sad that we couldn't sign up for Ballroom dancing so that you could dance with Victor. But I know you will keep your dancing shoes on as you embraces heaven with her kindness. I feel very blessed to have known you and work with her. I will miss your beautiful smile, sweet voice and most of all... her amazing personality.

You will always be remembered and hold a special place in my heart.

Amy J.

Amy Jauregui (Colleague) June 26, 2009

Maria's Family

I first met Amparo when she came to work as my manager at Fullerton Community Bank. She brought love, friendship, and her overall sparkling personality. She and I shared the same Birthday...which made our bond stronger. Our heavenly Father must be so pleased to have her with him to brighten up Heaven and to keep the angels dancing. She will be missed by so many!! My prayers go out to all her beloved family.

Patty Scarpine June 26, 2009

To Maria's Family

Thank you so much for sharing your beloved Maria with us at the credit union. She was a gift. She had the special ability to brighten the lives of all those around her. I am truly thankful have been given the opportunity to work with her. My life was blessed by knowing her. Thank you.

Inez Sugra June 26, 2009

As long as we live, she too shall live.

Maria was such a warm, caring and compassionate person. Her energy and zest for life rubbed off on everyone she came in contact with. Her smile was infectious. Talk about someone who absolutely made this world a better place...Maria did just that. It has been my honor to know her. She is in paradise now surrounded by loved ones and friends who entered into eternal life before her. May we find peace knowing she is watching over us from Heaven. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.

Susie Silk

Susie Silk June 26, 2009

When I started with the Credit Union just a year and a half ago Maria was my supervisor. Maria was one of the most kind, optimistic, happy and genuinely caring people I have ever met. She inspired me to want to be like her and she encouraged me when I wanted to transfer to Murrieta and become an MSR/TSR which I have a lot to thank her for. She was always very supportive. I cannot forget her voice and I see her dancing. I loved working Saturdays in TSC Riverside with Maria, it was the first time in my career life that I loved coming to work because she made it fun. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. Maria, I know you are a guardian angel watching down on us, dancing to the beat of the wind and shining down a ray of light!
-Cheryl Alves

Cheryl Alves June 26, 2009

God Bless You

Maria and I were not close friends, but during my time at SchoolsFirst she was always kind and caring and made me feel special whenever we saw each other. I will fondly remember her smile, her positive outlook and the respect she outwardly demonstrated for our Members and her fellow teammembers. Many of us can only aspire to have so many of the special characteristics Maria did. All God's blessings upon her and her family.

Michele Ramsey

Michele Ramsey June 25, 2009

My Maria...
I want to thank you for coming into my life. When we used to sit down and talk you would always say I was your shining star. Now when I look up into the night sky I know the brightest star will be you and you are now truly my shining star. You took your time to be my friend and gave me such great advice all the time. I remember you would always tell me “breathe mammas it will be okay". You have left such an impression on my heart; I will never forget you My Maria....

Love and Friendship
Carmella

Carmella Guesnon June 25, 2009

**Maria**
Your presence could light up a room with just the sound of your sweet voice. You’re such a beautiful person inside and out. I am so fortunate to have worked with you the past 3 years and able to hear you call me “Mamas” every time we spoke. I want you to know you are the only person who called me “Mamas.” You had a gift of making everyone feel so special. Everyone who had the pleasure of knowing you is deeply saddened by your absence. My prayers go out to you and your family. I know you’re in a better place, but I want you to know you will be missed greatly and remembered forever.

-Laura-Ashley

Laura-Ashley Giovino June 25, 2009

Amparo, or Maria, as her work family calls her, is a beautiful soul. While on earth, she touched the lives of many: serving her Members with personal care and concern, serving her fellow teammembers with respect, support and love. If you were fortunate enough to report to Maria, then you were blessed with a supervisor who truly cared about your professional development. If you were fortunate enough to work side by side on the management team with her, you knew that you were in the presence of an angel.

My sincere, heartfelt condolences go to the Torres & Cedillo family and friends. You are in my prayers.

God bless you and keep you,
Katherine Wiley
Jeremiah 17:7-8

Katherine Wiley (Colleague) June 25, 2009