Antonia Palos

December 21, 1946 – October 21, 2026

Antonia Palos passed away on October 21, 2026, at the age of 79. Her life was a celebration of the things she held closest to her heart: faith in Jesus Christ, love for her family, and pride in her country.

Born on December 21, 1946, in Aguascalientes, Mexico, Antonia grew up in Azusa, California, and made her home in Fontana, California.

Faith was at the heart of Antonia’s life. Through adversity and opportunity alike, she praised her God and Savior, Jesus Christ, trusting in His grace, salvation, and redemption. Her faith was a source of hope and a cherished part of the legacy she leaves her family.

Family was her joy. She treasured every gathering and every moment spent with those she loved. Through cooking and baking, she shared not only food but warmth and love. She brought a playful spirit to family life, finding opportunities to sing, dance, play and enjoy time together. These simple, happy moments remain precious reminders of her presence.

She expressed her creativity and love through handmade crafts, sewing, and needlework. These heartfelt gifts reflected her generosity on holidays and special occasions.

Antonia was a proud American whose love for her country took root as she grew up in Azusa, California. She took great pride in the U.S. military service of her husband and two sons, celebrating their dedication to the country she loved. Alongside her faith and devotion to family, her patriotism was a cherished part of her life. She also remained deeply proud of her Mexican heritage, honoring the culture and roots that helped shape who she was.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Joe Salas; her father, Domingo Salas; her mother, Ysidra Salas; and her sisters, Ofelia Salas and Rosa Bell.

Her memory lives on in her beloved husband, Guillermo Palos; her children, Ana Cecilia Martinez and her husband, Tonio, Guillermo Palos Jr. and his wife, Maricela, and Pablo Palos; her four granddaughters, Laura and her husband, Cesar, Liliana and her husband, Jacob, Berenice, and Leila; and her seven great-grandchildren, Gadiel, Amariz, Arieli, Leady, Lydia, Analiz, and Levi.

As we celebrate Antonia’s life, we honor the faith she professed, the family she cherished, and the country she loved. Her memory lives on in every shared meal, every song, and every gathering that brings her family together. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

A visitation will be held at Montecito Memorial Park & Mortuary, Cypress Chapel, 24145 Barton Road, Loma Linda, California 92354, on November 18, 2026, from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.

A funeral service will be held at Montecito Memorial Park & Mortuary, Cypress Chapel, 24145 Barton Road, Loma Linda, California 92354, on November 19, 2026, from 9:00 am to 10:00 am.

A committal will take place at Montecito Memorial Park, 3520 E Washington St, Colton, CA 92324, US, on November 19, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.