Lonnie Faye Catledge

The Celebration of the Life of Lonnie Faye Catledge began on the 4th day of December in the year 1940. She was born Lonnie Faye Crawford, the third child of Lonnie Thomas II and Estelle Crawford. Lonnie Faye also known as “Lala” was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, but she later moved to California. She married Paul Catledge, on July 4th in the year 1971 and the fireworks never stopped.

Lonnie Faye passed away peacefully in her sleep, on the April 29, 2025; leaving her earthly body but remaining alive in spirit in the hearts of those who loved her who remain, including her husband Paul, her daughter Polita, her granddaughter Gabriela, and her grandson, Juno, her sister Camille (who preceded her in death), and her remaining sisters, Jacqueline, Jeanette, and Geneva, her brother Lonnie Thomas III, and countless family members, loved ones, and friends. On June 20, 2025, we will Celebrate the Life of the “Life of the Party”, Lonnie Faye Catledge, by gathering together once more - whether in person, in spirit, or in thought – to honor her wishes to have a simple, peaceful, joyous gathering of loved ones - not to mourn her passing – but to Celebrate her Life.

The Celebration of Life: The Celebration of Life will be held on June 20, 2025, from 11am to 12pm at:

Miller Jones Mortuary and Crematory

23618 Sunnymead Blvd

Moreno Valley, CA. 92553

PLEASE RSVP: https://partiful.com/e/PgAnCg5jdi1iriS9oqgj

THE AFTER PARTY: THE AFTER PARTY will be held immediately following the Memorial Service on June 20, 2025, from 12pm to 4pm at:

Shepherd Of the Valley Lutheran Church

11650 Perris Blvd.

Moreno Valley, CA. 92557

PLEASE RSVP: https://partiful.com/e/4YnEQPAiEZ5Ym032vxT1

There will be Buffet Style food and beverages; music and dancing to continue the Celebration of the Life of Lonnie “Lala” Faye Catledge. There will be open seating. Everyone is welcome to attend either or both. Again, please be sure to RSVP as soon as possible. Because this is an organized event, we ask that you also include any additional guests and their names to ensure that all in attendance will be adequately accommodated. If you plan on bringing a dish or beverage(s), please contact me, Polita, via phone or text at 951-218-2794 as soon as possible.

DRESS CODE: I cannot stress this enough. This is a joyous occasion. Some of you may choose to wear black and that’s okay, but please don’t be afraid to add a splash of color. My mom’s favorite color was PURPLE and she ESPECIALLY loved big cats, the CHEETAH print was her favorite of all. So if you would like to add a splash of purple or an animal print in her honor, that is perfectly fine too. However, it is NOT REQUIRED. PLEASE DRESS COMFORTABLY and I highly recommend wearing and/or bringing a pair of COMFORTABLE shoes.

HOTEL/LODGING: For those seeking hotel/lodging accommodations please use the link below for suggestions for hotels located in Moreno Valley and their customer ratings:

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g32743-Moreno_Valley_California-Hotels.html

If there are enough guests seeking accommodations at the same hotel, please coordinate with one another to hopefully receive a group discount.

PICTURES/MEMORIES/WORDS/VIDEO CLIPS: For those wishing to be included in the Memories/Paying Respects Presentation, please submit ALL materials via text or email no later than June10th.

LIVESTREAMING: We are still working out the details, but for those interested in viewing the Memorial Service and/or the Repast, please notify me as soon as possible so you can receive the link. We will attempt a test run prior to the event to ensure that everyone can participate with no issues.

24 HOUR HOTLINE: If you have any questions or concerns, please call or text me 24/7 at 951-218-2794. Again, the due date is June 10, 2025, to ensure that all things are done decently and in order. But of course, there are always exceptions to the rule, so please do not hesitate to contact me even up to the last minute.

*****PLEASE DO NOT SEND FLOWERS******