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Join MemoriesBarbara Doten Carlos R. Vallejo was born on November 30, 1932, in Los Angeles, California, to Carmen Bera and Carlos G. Vallejo
Barbara Doten My father was raised in East Los Angeles, with his mom, dad, grandmother, brothers David and Robert, and in 1945, his sister Yolanda.
Barbara Doten Carlos enlisted in the US Navy in June of 1950 to fight in the Korean War.
Barbara Doten Carlos was stationed in San Diego Naval Base before going overseas on the U.S.S. Caliente, an oil tanker, to serve in the Korean War.
Barbara Doten Carlos married Norma Alice Arce on September 10, 1955.
Barbara Doten Living in the "back house" on Arizona St., Carlos and Norma started their family: Edward, Barbara, Michael, Elizabeth.
Barbara Doten Carlos loved his grandchildren, having 6: Matthew, Andrew, Marissa, Juliana, Marc, and Anthony.
Barbara Doten After raising their family, Carlos and Norma enjoyed traveling: Hawaii, Mexico, China, Thailand, Malaysia, Panama, Costa Rica.
Barbara Doten My father was the rock of our family. His wisdom, laughter, and kindness will be greatly missed.