Maria Luz Tobias Galang

Maria Luz Tobias Galang was affectionately known as Lola Ima, Imang Lucing, and Tiyang Lucing. She was born on May 29, 1917 and entered into eternal peace on October 16, 2023 at the age of 106. Born in Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines, Maria Luz came from humble beginnings as the second oldest of six children raised on a farm. From an early age, she cared for everyone around her. Maria Luz dropped out of school in seventh grade to look after her siblings, and from that point forward took care of five whole generations of her lineage. Maria Luz was a woman who exuded both strength and kindness, simultaneously. Despite the many hardships she faced in life, she never hesitated to help anyone in need. Her biggest soft spot was always feeding the hungry, even when she herself had not yet eaten. Her resolve also led her to supporting troops during World War II as a volunteer nurse to the wounded and an assistant in delivering goods. Maria Luz was the epitome of determination and perseverance. As a single mother of five, she led her family with heart and conviction. She worked several odd jobs to support her children, including as a self-made neighborhood dressmaker, hairstylist, and chef. She loved to teach dance classes, garden, sew garments, and support her family in their endeavors. After migrating to America, Maria Luz cared for her great-grandchildren, sharing her many life stories and teaching them how to smile through life’s most difficult challenges. She had a smile that could brighten a room and a contagious laugh that could get an entire crowd joining in. When she turned 100 years old in 2017, she was asked what her secret to a long life was. She laughed and said, “McDonalds fries, Coffee, and Wrestling.” She was a true fighter through and through and stayed strong until the very end. Her unflinching spirit was like a burning flame that will forever inspire and live on through her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Family, friends, and others whose lives were touched by Maria Luz are invited to pay their respects at the Funeral Mass on Monday, November 6, 2023 at 11:00AM at Our Lady of Mt Carmel: 2700 Dover Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533 which will be followed by the Burial at 1:00PM at All Souls Cemetery: 550 Glen Cove Road, Vallejo, CA 94591. Family members are asked to wear a combination of black and white. Remaining participants are asked to wear black. Family members are welcome to a Private Viewing on Saturday, November 4 from 11:00AM to 1:00PM at Twin Chapels Mortuary: 1100 Tennessee Street, Vallejo, CA 94590. Please wear black attire. Everyone is welcome to the Public Viewing on Sunday, November 5 from 2:00PM to 8:00PM with a Vigil Service at 5:00PM. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Please wear black attire. Arrangements entrusted to the direction and care of Twin Chapels Mortuary, Vallejo (707) 552-6696. www.TwinChapelsMortuary.com

Maria Luz Tobias Galang

May 29, 1917 - October 16, 2023