Joshua Rabanal Taloza was born in Delano, CA as the forth child of Amelia and Francisco Taloza Sr. As the youngest sibling of four, he made friends wherever he went. He enjoyed going outside and playing Bakugan with his childhood friends. He loved watching Avatar: The Last Airbender on Nickelodeon with his brothers. Growing up, Joshua was a hard worker and dedicated student. At the age of 12, he got the opportunity to travel and visit historical monuments on the east coast. In high school, he founded the United Filipino Club of Paramount Bard Academy.
Joshua earned multiple scholarships and decided to attend UC Irvine. With motivation and persistence, he completed two Bachelor degrees in anthropology and social policy. Being in Irvine allowed Joshua’s personality to shine. He was very active in Kababayan and Alpha Phi Omega. He was one of those special people who made friends wherever he went.
Joshua is survived by his parents Francisco Sr. and Amelia Taloza, his siblings Ann, Jenesis, JR, and two pugs Pocki and Boba.
