It is with profound sorrow that we share the passing of a spirited young soul, Adryan Menchaca, who left us on June 24, 2023. Born in Glendale, Arizona on January 16, 2008, Adryan lived a life full of zest, curiosity, and love. He brought joy and light to everyone he encountered. As the poet Maya Angelou once said, “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” And Adryan, in his brief yet impactful journey, made everyone feel loved, valued, and special.

Adryan was a reflection of the words talented, thoughtful, and smart. He was a huge Dodgers fan, including playing just for fun with his brother Alex. His love for cooking was infectious, and he would often surprise his family with his culinary creations, including Mavis as the taste-tester. Adryan was a smart young man with a curious mind, always eager to learn new things. He also discovered his musical side, playing the trumpet with passion and soul. Adryan was a vibrant spirit who embraced life with open arms and a heart full of love.

Adryan is survived by his loving parents, Willfredo and Corita Menchaca; his supportive siblings, Alex and Mavis Menchaca; his doting grandparents, Juan and Antolina Menchaca-Vargas; his caring uncle, Juan Menchaca; and his nurturing aunts, Maribel, Aylin and Denise Menchaca. They, along with countless other family and friends, including the Gonzalez Family, Curtis/Marston family, Christensen family and the Brownlow family. We will forever cherish his memory. Adryan’s life, though brief, was a beautiful melody that resonated in the hearts of all who knew him. His spirit, his love, and his memory will forever be a beacon of light guiding us through life’s journey.

We invite everyone who was touched by Adryan’s life to share their memories and photos on his memorial page. It is a place to remember, to celebrate, and to honor a life lived with passion, love, and a spirit that was truly one of a kind. Let’s keep Adryan’s spirit alive by sharing the joy, the laughter, and the love he brought into our lives.

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Es con profundo pesar les compartimos el fallecimiento de un alma joven y enérgica, Adryan Menchaca, que nos dejó el 24 de junio de 2023. Nacido en Glendale, Arizona, el 16 de enero de 2008, Adryan vivió una vida llena de entusiasmo, curiosidad y amor. Trajo alegría y luz a todos los que encontró. Como dijo una vez la poeta Maya Angelou: “La gente olvidará lo que dijiste, la gente olvidará lo que hiciste, pero la gente nunca olvidará cómo los hiciste sentir”. Y Adryan, en su breve pero impactante trayecto de vida, hizo que todos se sintieran amados, valorados y especiales.

Adryan era un reflejo de las palabras talentoso, considerado e inteligente. Era un gran fanático de los Dodgers, incluso jugando solo por diversión con su hermano Alex. Su amor por la cocina era contagioso, y a menudo sorprendía a su familia con sus creaciones culinarias, incluyendo a Mavis como el probador del gusto. Adryan era un joven inteligente con una mente curiosa, siempre ansioso por aprender cosas nuevas. También descubrió su lado musical, tocando la trompeta con pasión y alma. Adryan era un espíritu vibrante que abrazaba la vida con los brazos abiertos y un corazón lleno de amor.

Adryan le sobreviven sus amorosos padres, Willfredo y Corita Menchaca; sus hermanos de apoyo, Alex y Mavis Menchaca; sus cariñosos abuelos, Juan y Antolina Menchaca-Vargas; su cariñoso tío, Juan Menchaca; y sus tías cariñosas, Maribel, Aylin y Denise Menchaca. Ellos, junto con muchos otros familiares y amigos, que incluyen a la familia González, la familia Curtis/Marston, la familia Christensen y la familia Brownlow.

Apreciaremos su memoria para siempre. La vida de Adryan, aunque breve, fue una hermosa melodía que resonó en los corazones de todos los que lo conocieron. Su espíritu, su amor y su memoria serán para siempre un faro de luz que nos guiará a través del viaje de la vida.

Invitamos a todos los que se sintaron conmovidos por la vida de Adryan a compartir sus recuerdos y fotos en su página conmemorativa. Es un lugar para recordar, celebrar y honrar una vida vivida con pasión, amor y un espíritu que fue verdaderamente único. Mantengamos vivo el espíritu de Adryan compartiendo la alegría, la risa y el amor que trajo a nuestras vidas.

Funeral Mass for Adryan will be broadcast. Please return to this page on Monday, July 3, 2023 shortly before 12:00 Noon to view the service by  clicking on the link below.

Funeral Service Livestream