Aaron Lance Lopez
1968-July 7, 2008
Portola Valley, California

Aaron Lance Lopez of Portola Valley died peacefully at home on July 7 at the age of 40.

Mr. Lopez grew up in Portola Valley, attended local schools, and graduated from Menlo-Atherton High School and the University of Arizona. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1990 to 1998 and in the U.S. Air Force Reserves from 2002 to 2007.

He was a juvenile probation officer at Hillcrest Juvenile Hall in San Mateo County.

Mr. Lopez enjoyed hiking, biking, fishing and all outdoor activities, say family members. He was a loyal fan of the San Francisco Giants and 49ers sports teams.

Survivors include Mr. Lopez's parents, Anthony and Olga Lopez of Portola Valley; sisters Lori Norwood of Portola Valley and Adrienne Lopez of Roseville; and brothers Rick Lopez of Rocklin and Greg Lopez of Saratoga.

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