Obituary of Manuel M. Pedroza

Manuel M. Pedroza, age 78, passed away on the morning of February 20, 2016 at his home in Victorville, CA. Manuel was born on February 16, 1938 in San Bernardino, CA to Bernardino and Luz Pedroza. He was a California resident all of his life, living in various cities including San Bernardino, Banning, and Victorville. Manuel was married in Glendora, CA to Beatrice Pedroza whom he spent 15 years of his life with before her passing. He was a Catholic and a member of Saint Kateri Catholic Church. Manuel, aka Manny, spent much of his life in the service of others. He spent over 30 years operating his sign painting business, MP Signs. If you knew Manny, you know that he expressed his talent through his artwork, both for a living and recreationally. His signs and murals remain displayed throughout Southern California. Manny had an eye for design and a quirky sense of humor. His kind words and good-natured personality will be missed by many. Manuel’s children couldn’t be happier that he is with the love of his life Betty, once again. Manuel is survived by his children- Manuel Pedroza of Beaumont, CA; Rodrigo Pedroza of Banning, CA; Lucy Espitia of Victorville, CA; and Leticia Ross of Chino, CA. He also leaves behind 16 grandchildren and 3 great- grandchildren. Manny was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice Moreno Pedroza. A celebration of Manuel’s life is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 1st, 2016 at 10:00a.m. at Saint Kateri Catholic Church: 157 W Nicolet St. Banning, CA. 92220. Manny’s final resting place will be with his wife at San Gorgonio Memorial Park: 2201 N. San Gorgonio Ave. Banning, CA. 92220.