Angeles Quintos dela Cruz

On the island of Luzon in the Philippines, Angeles Fernandez Quintos was born on December 30, 1941, in Lingayen, the provincial capital of Pangasinan. During World War II, amid the Japanese invasion, her mother gave birth to her while hiding in a ditch for safety, a remarkable beginning that foreshadowed the strength, endurance, and quiet resilience Angeles would carry throughout her life.

As a child, Angeles was studious and fond of reading. She once dreamed of becoming both a lawyer and an accountant. After graduating with a degree in accounting, she began her career at BF Goodrich, where she met Arturo. They were married on June 19, 1965, and soon began building plans for a future in the United States in search of a better life.

All three of their children were born in the Philippines — Audrey in 1967 and Archi in 1968. It was not until after the birth of Angelo in 1971 that the family received approval to leave the country. Arturo left for the United States ahead of the family to find a job. A year later, Angeles courageously made the long journey alone with her three small children reuniting their family. Arriving in the winter of 1972, she carried with her not only the burdens and responsibilities of motherhood, but also the hope and determination to begin a new life in a foreign country and create a better future for herself and her children.

In the years that followed, Angeles built a meaningful professional life. She worked as an accountant in Carmel and went on to pass the California Board exams, becoming a Certified Public Accountant. She later served as an auditor at Fort Ord and Moffett Field before continuing her career with San Andreas Regional Center, where she eventually retired as chief accountant. Throughout her career, her work reflected the same discipline, intelligence, and quiet diligence that had defined her from the very beginning.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Angeles was devoted to her faith and church community. An active member of Holy Child Church for many years, she served as Senior Warden and later as Bishop’s Warden. In these leadership roles, she generously gave her time and talents in service to the church, offering compassion, guidance, and steadfast dedication to her parish community.

Throughout her life, Angeles faced many hardships with remarkable strength and fortitude. She survived cancer not once, but twice, meeting each battle with resilience, faith, and determination. Even in the face of illness, she continued to care deeply for those around her and remained steadfast in spirit.

In 2023, Angeles was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Though her health gradually declined, she remained in the loving care of her family.

On Thursday afternoon, May 7, 2026, Angeles passed away peacefully with her loved ones by her side.

Though her earthly journey has ended, the impact of Angeles’ life continues in all who knew and loved her. Her love, strength, and devotion to family will never be forgotten. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched, the values she instilled, and the family she nurtured with unwavering care.

Angeles was the youngest daughter of Sotero Bautista Quintos (April 22, 1896 – December 8, 1973) and Angeles Perez Fernandez (October 2, 1900 – January 10, 1987).

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Cleto Fernandez Quintos (1920–1986), Maximo Fernandez Quintos (1928–2006), and Apolinario Fernandez Quintos (1934–1991); and by her sister, Rosalina Fernandez Quintos Velasco (1938–2014).

She is lovingly remembered by her devoted husband, Arturo Javier dela Cruz; her children, Audrey Lynn Q. dela Cruz, Archibald Quintos dela Cruz, and Arthur Angelo Quintos dela Cruz; her three grandsons, Xavier Kai dela Cruz, Silas Kiran dela Cruz, and Aiden dela Cruz; and her elder sister, Prepedigna Fernandez Quintos Aberin.

May she rest in everlasting peace.