Angel Richard Cabrera

Angel Richard "Rick" Cabrera entered into eternal rest on December 14, 2025.

Rick, as he was known throughout his younger years and to his family and classmates, was born on May 24, 1956 in Salinas, California. He attended the local schools graduating from Gonzales High School in 1974. He continued his education at the University of Santa Barbara graduating with highest honors in 1978. Rick culminated his education by graduating from the prestigious Harvard University School of Law in 1981. He maintained his solo practice in Paso Robles until his passing.

Rick enjoyed participating in Civil War reenactments, viewing classic movies, reading biographies and all genres of music. He enjoyed all sports but specifically his New York Jets and New York Yankees. He fulfilled one of his life-long dreams by visiting the 'House That Ruth Built' and all its history shortly before it was demolished. He was a very passionate musician and vocalist performing with various community theaters and chorus groups. Most family gatherings would end with musical sing-a-longs with his beloved sister, Alicia, to include the family favorites of Sabor A Mi and Volver Volver.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Rutilio R. and Guadalupe R.Cabrera; his brother, Rutilio, Jr.; his sister, Isabel, his sister and brother-in-law Alicia G. and Virgilio Sibaja A.; his brother, Francisco Cabrera; nephews Jaime Sibaja and Armando S. Corpuz.

He is survived by his brothers, Ed (Lorene) Cabrera and Gilbert Cabrera; and his sisters, Vira (Carl) Uldall, Rutilia Cabrera Baltazar and Esther Cabrera and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services are scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2026. The Rosary will be recited at 10 A. M. with mass following at 11 A. M. at St. Theodore Church, 106 S. Belden St. in Gonzales. Reception will immediately follow next door at the Parish Hall. A burial service will be held at a later date in Santa Margarita, California.

Published in King City Rustler and Salinas Valley Tribune · February 2, 2026