Erlinda is survived by her only daughter, Tess Garcia, who was the light of her life. She leaves behind two adoring grandchildren, Briana M Garcia, a dedicated project manager at the Port of San Diego, and 1st LT Theodore J Garcia, serving with honor in the military as well as an older sister, Norma H Constantino from Monterey, CA.
One of her greatest accomplishments was earning her degree and completing the School of Dentistry in the University of the Philippines. After many years of private practice, she later dedicated 30 years of her dentistry career as a dental therapist in the U.S. Civil Service division in Ft. Ord Army Base on the Monterey Peninsula. Aside from her professional career, she enjoyed going on cruises, caring for her adopted chihuahua Lola and maintaining her garden of succulents and orchids. She also frequented the local casinos (she was known to have the lucky touch)!
Erlinda's legacy of compassion and unwavering love will forever be remembered by those whose lives she touched. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends.
May she rest in eternal peace, knowing that she was deeply praised and will never be forgotten.
A visitation for Erlinda will be held Thursday, April 11, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at McLeod Mortuary, 1919 East Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92027. A mass of christian burial will occur Friday, April 12, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at St. Stephen's Catholic Church, 31020 Cole Grade Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082. A graveside service will occur Friday, April 12, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM at Valley Center Cemetery Dist, 28953 Miller Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082.
