Dia de los Muertos event at Fairhaven Memorial Park set for Nov. 2

Dia de los Muertos at Fairhaven

Fairhaven’s annual Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) event, on Monday, November 2 at 6 p.m., keeps century-old tradition alive by combining ceremony and a celebration of life to commemorate lost loved ones.

At 6 p.m., a traditional memorial service officiated by Deacon Jerry De Santos and Deacon Luis Gallardo will take place followed by spirited entertainment and complimentary refreshments from El Indio Tortilleria.

Bring a photo, favorite dish or valued charm to place at the altar and pay tribute to the memory of those who have passed.

Location: Fairhaven Memorial Park & Mortuary, located at 1702 E Fairhaven Ave, in Santa Ana.

Cost: Free

For more information: http://www.fairhavenmemorial.com/community/events.htm

Contact: Cynthia Adair, 714.532.8921 ext. 289, cadair@fairhavenmemorial.com

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