The Gazette has been provided a letter of explanation concerning the closing of the funeral parlor in Fillmore. It reads in part: "Because of the changing business environment, the purpose of this letter is to inform you that, after many years of serving the families of Fillmore and surrounding areas with their funeral needs, Funeraria Del Angel, located at 600 Central Ave., Fillmore, CA has made the difficult decision to close its doors." The following address and telephone number was included: Funeraria Del Angel, 128 South 8th St., Santa Paula CA 93080. A second number is included: (805) 525-5595. Signed: "Martin Guerrero, Area General Manager, Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, Funeraria Del Angel Santa Paula."

Funeraria Del Angel Fillmore has proudly served families in the Fillmore area with their funeral needs I for many years. We appreciate the faith and trust that you have placed in us. One thing that remains constant in life is change, and that is no different in the life of a business. Because of the changing business environment, the purpose of this letter is to inform you that, after many years of serving the families of Fillmore and surrounding areas with their funeral needs, Funeraria Del Angel, located at 600 Central Ave., Fillmore, CA and Skillin-Carroll Mortuary, located at 738 East Santa Paula St., Santa Paula, CA, has made the difficult decision to close its doors.

Please let this letter provide you assurance that the service prearrangements you entrusted to Funeraria Del Angel Fillmore are secure, and we are committed to continue to serving the needs of the Santa Paula community. As such, rest assured that your prearrangements will be honored by an affiliate, Funeraria Del Angel, a proud Dignity Memorial® network provider: Funeraria Del Angel, 128 South 8" St., Santa Paula, CA 93080 (805) 525-5595.

We again assure you that all pre-arrangement contracts in good standing at Funeraria Del Angel Fillmore will be likewise honored at our affiliate location, Funeraria Del Angel Santa Paula. If you have any questions about your Pre-Arranged Funeral or account please do not hesitate to call us at (805) 525-5595 or stop by our facility so we can answer your questions or concerns and provide you an in-person tour.