Monica Ann Ornelas Obituary (1974 - 2023)

Monica A. Ornelas Vandiver October 3, 1974 ~ October 17, 2023 Monica A. Ornelas Vandiver, a loving wife, adoring mother, caring daughter, giving sister, proud aunt and kindhearted friend passed away at the age of 49 on Tuesday October 17th 2023. She was born on October 3rd 1974 to her loving parents, David and Lydia Ornelas. She graduated high school in 1992 and later graduated with an associate of science degree in nursing in 2008. Monica's adventures into motherhood began December 7th 1997 when her treasured son, Jacob Martinez was born. She married her adoring husband Mike Vandiver February 24th 2017. Monica loved spending time with her family, from simple hangouts to special family events and capturing those moments with pictures. They were all meaningful to her. She enjoyed watching professional and local football games. She loved listening to Country and Spanish music. She enjoyed early morning walks through the neighborhood. Monica would naturally give her time and caring energy to support her family when they were in need of help. She would reach out to family and friends to give her time without question; Selfless, caring, giving, and loving. She is survived by her husband, Mike Vandiver; son, Jacob Martinez; parents, David and Lydia Ornelas; brother, David D. Ornelas (Cherice Ornelas); sisters, Veronica Gillies (Richie Gillies), Erica Ornelas (Ricky Diaz) and Priscilla Lerma (Sebastian Lerma); countless loving nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral service will begin at the Brawley Frye Chapel & Mortuary at 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Friday November 17th 2023. Rosary will begin at 8:30 a.m. Church services will follow the viewing at 10:00 o'clock at Brawley's St. Margaret Mary Church. Monica will be laid to rest at Riverview cemetery. All are welcome to attend. Family and friends will meet at 12:30 p.m. to honor and celebrate Monica's life at Brawley ACC Grounds.