Richard Hermenegildo

Richard was born to Augustine Hermenegildo and Maria Gonzales on October 20th, 1929 in Alhambra, California. He attended San Gabriel Mission School and later moved to Torrance. On July 14th, 1951 he married the love of his life Rosie and together they had two children Richard Hermenegildo Jr. and Gloria Hermenegildo. Richard and Rosie were married 69 wonderful years.

Richard worked for Torrance Brass Foundry, which later became AMCO Metal for 35 yrs. Then when the company closed, he worked for Garett until becoming a custodian for the Torrance Unified School district until he retired in 2005 at the age of 76.

Richard was known to everyone as Grandpa/ Papa as his friendly and loving personality was contagious to anyone who met him. He was a mentor to many and would always be willing to listen and give his words of wisdom to anyone who crossed his path. He was the definition of a hardworking family man. Richard enjoyed spending time with his family and would always express his love for music by singing and dancing to his favorite tunes.

Richard is survived by his daughter Gloria and June, Grandchildren Amber (Lalo), Annette, Jamie (Colin), and Krystal (Jeff); Great Grandchildren Lalo (Briana), Jaclynn, Jasmin, Desiree, Conor, Vincent, Tessa, and Peyton; and Great-Great Grandchildren Liam, Thomas, Lorenzo, and Zoey. He was preceded in death by his parents Augustine and Maria, his brothers' Augustine and Anthony his sisters' Lucielle, Dolores, and Irene. His wife Rosie, sons Richard Jr. and Greg, and grandson Richard III.

Memorial services will be held at Halverson Stone and Myers Mortuary in Torrance, Viewing will be held on Thursday December 14th form 4-8pm and service to be held on Friday December 15th at 10am with interment following at Roosevelt Memorial Park.