This is such incredibly sad news.  I am heartbroken.  I met Amanda at Lyndie Lane Kindercare around 19 years ago.  I was her director.  She was one of the absolute best!  She was an amazing teacher to everyone including my 3 kids.  Her room was always so fun and inviting.  Her passion showed through in everything she did.  Heaven gained an angel!  Rest in peace.  💕  Sending my deepest condolences to everyone.

Love you sister! I miss you very much.  In this picture we went out to celebrate Liz’s birthday.

Whenever we talked about me being born she claimed that she gave birth to me because she was front row seat of my mom giving birth to me. It was always so funny to hear her talking about it. I miss her talking about it. And that I wanted to eat the in n out burgers they were eating when they got out of the hospital.

She always claimed to be my mother all the time. She was my Godmother for almost everything my baptism, my first communion, and my Madrina for my Quince. I remember going to choose my dress and she would always want the best for me because I was her Princess. She took me to Moda2000 and she made me try on so many dresses and of course after we went to go eat something.  She was always so excited for any accomplishment or milestone I hit in my life. I knows she’s still pushing me from above to do my best.

Every performance she’s ever been to mine and Jemir’s even Andrea. You would most definitely know she was there because of how loud she would yell our names she would say,” GO BELA AND ANDREA!!!” she would even attempt to do gritos that didn’t turn out as well. She was always so excited to see us dance. I don’t think you understand how loud it was I could hear her from the stage when the music is loud she pierces through that. I know she’s cheering me on above the skies.

If it’s one think my Nina was known for it was definitely her love for food. She loved taking us to go try different food places and almost wanting to order everything on the menu even when she would only eat like a few pieces and we would end up taking the rest home lol. I’m literally the same way and she’d say,“it’s for dinner later”. She was also very Shystie with her food she would say," you want some?” And I would say,”no” then she would reply,”well I wasn’t going to give you some anyways.”

When I was little I used to call my Nina Amanda Nina Apeti and it was her favorite thing to be called on by me or Dylan and Jemir. She loved to be kissed, hugged, and spending time with with her whether it was going to eat, watching a movie, or some game and activity.

💜Los colores favoritos de mi querida hermana Amanda eran rosita y morado para si gustan vestir estos colores el día de sus servicios💞

💞 Amanda’s favorite colors were all shades of pink and purple. You’re all welcome to add them to your attire on the day of her services 💞

Amanda you will always be in our hearts 💕 I have good memories with you, you will be missed 😭🙏🏻🕊️

We were heartbroken to hear of Ms. Amanda's passing.

When we moved to San Diego from Spain in 2025, everything was new for our family, and Ms. Amanda made such a difference in helping our daughter, Sofia, feel safe, happy, and excited to go to school. We will always be grateful for the love, kindness, and patience she showed her. Although Sofia was only in her class for a few months, she absolutely adored Ms. Amanda and came home talking about her every day.

The impact she had on our family was far greater than the short time we knew her. She will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we will never forget the care and warmth she gave our little girl during such an important chapter of her life.

Heaven has truly gained a beautiful angel, far too soon...

Sofia Hoyos Di Marco´s family xx

This is how I’ll remember her, big smile n loving heart. She loved n cared for  my babygirl like her own . And was a great teacher. My sister n I also had the honor of going to her wedding n family parties. She will be missed so much . Rest easy friend . Bernadette n Abreena Thomas

We are heartbroken. You made the world a better place, and forever impacted the future of hundreds of children. Landon, Walker and Ford are who they are because you were a part of their early years. You were an angel on earth, and now you’re an angel in heaven.

We were so blessed to have Mrs. Amanda in our life. She helped my son through the loss of his great grandpa and grandpa only a few months ago. Although we were only in her class for a short time she made a lasting impact on our family. Her passion for education and children was unmatched. Our condolences to her family. 

And as her last message to us on this photo says, it’s not goodbye it’s see you later. Rest in Peace Amanda.

We are incredibly saddened to hear of Ms. Amanda’s passing. Our children have so many fond memories of being in her class, and all three of them graduated from Pre-K under her care. We will always be grateful for the kindness and love she showed them. She made a lasting impact on our family, and we will cherish her memory forever.

Jessica and family, my condolences and sorry for your loss, the little time I  saw and knew Amanda she was always smiling and so happy full of life! God bless her and her family. Maria Estela Borbon

Natalie was lucky enough to have Ms Amanda as her pre-k teacher for the past 2 years. They shared a special bond and Natalie thought the world of her. We are so grateful Ms Amanda could be there at graduation to shower the kids with love and support as she always did every day.

The last photo she took with Matthew, June 2026. She made sure to be there for her graduating class of 2026, even though she was in the trenches of treatment. We will love and remember you always our dear Amanda 💕

Our hearts go out to the Estrada family for the loss of your dear daughter/sister Amanda. We know how much she meant to all of you.  Amanda always showed us kindness each time we met her.  We will keep the Estrada family in our thoughts and prayers.

This photo reminds me of the joy and love you brought to every family gathering. Your smile could light up a room, and your kindness touched everyone around you. Thank you for the memories, the laughter, and the love. You will always be in my heart. Rest in peace, Tía

My condolences to the family and friends 
from familia Ramirez 
May she R.I.P 💐

OBITUARY

Amanda Estrada de Arevalo

December 21, 1978 – August 2, 2026

Funeraria del Angel Chula Vista

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