Melinda Orozco Flores

Melinda Orozco Flores born to Lydia and Peter Orozco on March 17th, 1950, passed away in her Menifee home on September 16th, 2026, at the age of 76. The eldest of four, Melinda was the first of her family to go to college, attending California State University, Long Beach prior to transferring to California State University, Fullerton where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology with a Minor in Fine Arts. She worked as a civil servant for 36 years specializing in community development and redevelopment for the cities of Santa Ana, Lakewood, La Mirada, Moreno Valley, Temecula, and Montclair.

Melinda was a naturally gifted artist with an emphasis in drawing and painting. She was known for her fashion and expertise in jewelry. From China to England, Melinda traveled the world with family and friends while also frequenting local beaches and annual family trips to Yosemite. An avid gardener and landscaper, Melinda earned her certificate in the UC Master Gardener program of Riverside County. You would often see her spending time caring for her acre garden, a plethora of farm animals, and her gaggle of dogs following her around her Menifee home. Melinda had a wide range of hobbies: Polynesian dancing, power walking, photography, and golfing to name a few.

Melinda was passionate about current affairs and ecological advocacy. She shared a love of animals and nature with her family. She will be remembered for always encouraging others to better themselves through higher education, personal interests, and hobbies.

Melinda is lovingly survived by her husband, Edward Flores, her daughter, Marissa Flores, and her siblings, Corinne Orozco, Annette De La Torre, and Peter Orozco. Her ashes will be scattered in some of her favorite places.