Rachel Marie Banda

and fought hard for many years to make sure she was with the people she loved longer.

Rachel was born on August 6, 1982, in Riverside, California, to Anthony Philip Banda and Laura

Esquivel Banda. She grew up in Riverside and met the love of her life, Paul Edward De La

Casas, when she was 15. Rachel and Paul shared 27 years of happiness and love. Together, they

had three children: Paul Edward De La Casas Jr., Laura Rose De La Casas, and Audrina Katana

De La Casas.

Rachel was deeply passionate about her children, finding immense joy and pride in their

achievements and lives. Each of them brought her immense happiness, and she cherished every

moment spent with them.

Rachel had a passion for cooking. She always made sure no one was ever hungry. She loved

singing and doing karaoke. Rachel loved spending time with family and friends as often as she

could. She was a ray of sunshine whenever she walked into any room.

As a dedicated cafeteria manager at Troth Street Elementary School, Rachel found joy in her

work. It allowed her to contribute to the well-being of the students, and she was beloved by her

coworkers and the students as well for her kind and loving nature.

Rachel is survived by her Father, Anthony Philip Banda; Her Life Partner, Paul Edward De La

Casas; and her three children, Paul Edward De La Casas Jr, Laura Rose De La Casas, and

Audrina Katana De La Casas.

A viewing will be held at Pierce Brothers Crestlawn Memorial on Friday, August 16th, from 4-8

pm. Followed by a Celebration of Life on Saturday, August 17th 2-6:30pm

At the request of the deceased, please dress in formal attire at both the viewing and Celebration

of Life. Rachel also requested that friends and family avoid wearing ALL black.

Pierce Brothers Crestlawn Memorial: 11500 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92509

Celebration of Life address: 9364 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92503 Suite C