John P Lopez

May 12, 1945 – August 13, 2026

It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of John Parra Lopez, who passed away on August 13, 2026, at the age of 81.

John was born on May 12, 1945, in Oxnard, California, to Manuel Ornelas Lopez and Andrea Parra Lopez. He was the beloved grandson of Juan Lopez and Louisa Ornelas. Born and raised in Oxnard, John remained deeply connected to his family, his community, and the memories that shaped his life.

From an early age, John had ambitions of becoming a police officer. His dreams reflected the qualities that would remain with him throughout his life—his strong sense of responsibility, dedication, and desire to work hard and provide for those he loved.

John was a hardworking man who took great pride in his career and the accomplishments he earned through decades of dedication. He devoted 38 years of service to the Oxnard Union High School District, where he worked in several positions, including Transportation Supervisor and later Warehouseman Expeditor. Throughout those years, John accepted promotions as he continued to excel in his positions and take on greater responsibilities. His dedication and commitment did not go unnoticed. He received various awards and recognitions throughout his years with the school district, honoring his excellence and the quality of his work.

John's entrepreneurial spirit was another important part of his life. In 1982, D&D Janitorial was established, a business that John owned and managed for decades. Through his hard work, determination, and willingness to take on responsibility, he built a business that became another lasting accomplishment and reflection of his strong work ethic.

While John was proud of his career accomplishments, nothing compared to the pride he felt for his family. He shared a beautiful life with his beloved wife, Carol Lopez, and together they built a family filled with love, memories, and countless special moments.

Among John's proudest moments were the births of his children, Denise Liu and Daniel Lopez, and later the births of his grandchildren, Brittany Reynoso, Evan Lopez, Lisa Liu, and Stephen Liu. He took great joy in watching his family grow and was especially proud to witness their accomplishments and share in the important moments of their lives. Their successes were his successes, and their happiness brought him tremendous joy.

John was a man who knew how to enjoy the simple things in life. Some of his happiest moments came from socializing with family and friends, sitting together, sharing stories, and simply enjoying one another's company. He loved joking with friends and family, making people laugh, and bringing his own special sense of humor into every gathering.

He especially enjoyed sharing childhood stories and memories, keeping the past alive through the stories he told. Those stories became a special way for his family and friends to know him—not only as the husband, father, grandfather, and friend they loved, but as the young boy and man he once was.

John loved spending time in his yard, enjoying the comfort of his own home and the simple satisfaction of being outdoors. He also enjoyed going out for breakfast at McDonald's, one of those familiar routines that became part of the everyday moments he cherished. He loved taking trips to Chumash, creating memories with family and enjoying time away together.

Music was another source of enjoyment for John, especially the "oldies but goodies." The familiar songs of his younger years brought back memories and added joy to the moments he shared with the people he loved.

John's life was guided by simple but powerful principles. He believed in being honest, working hard, saving money, and preparing for the future. These were more than words to him; they were lessons he lived by and hoped others would learn from him. Through the example he set, John taught his family the importance of responsibility, perseverance, planning ahead, and doing what is right.

John's generous spirit was one of the qualities that made him so special. He had a big heart and was always willing to help others. He cared deeply for his family and friends and found happiness in giving, sharing, and being there for the people he loved.

John leaves behind his beloved wife, Carol Lopez; his children, Denise Liu and Daniel Lopez; and his grandchildren, Brittany Reynoso, Evan Lopez, Lisa Liu, and Stephen Liu. He also leaves behind his siblings, Louie Lopez, Lupe Lopez, Manuel Lopez, Joe Lopez, and Bobby Lopez, along with extended family, lifelong friends, former coworkers, and many others whose lives he touched.

John would want to be remembered not simply for his career accomplishments or the awards he received, but as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. He would want people to remember his laughter, his jokes, his stories, his generosity, his strong work ethic, and the big heart he carried throughout his life.

His legacy lives on in the family he loved so deeply, in the lessons he taught, in the people he helped, in the work he was proud to accomplish, and in the memories he created along the way.

Although our hearts are heavy with his passing, we are grateful for the 81 years we were blessed to have John in our lives. We will remember the sound of his laughter, the stories he shared, the jokes that made us smile, the breakfasts, the trips, the time spent together in the yard, and all the ordinary moments that became extraordinary because John was there.

His life was a gift to those who knew him.

His love will continue through his family.

His lessons will continue through those he taught.

And his memory will remain forever in the hearts of everyone who loved him.

John may no longer walk beside us, but his love, his laughter, and his legacy will always remain with us.

Rest peacefully, John. You were deeply loved, you will be profoundly missed, and you will forever be in our hearts.

Forever loved. Forever remembered. Forever missed.