Oscar Cyro Mestre was born on May 23, 1943 and passed away on March 30, 2014, at the age of 70. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Blanca, whom he married on May 28, 1966; by his daughter Angela and her husband, Eddie, who for almost 18 years was loved by Oscar as if he were Oscar's own son; by his son Oscar Jr. and his wife, Ann, whom he adored and was not only overjoyed by their wedding a few months ago, but was extremely honored to stand next to his son as his Best Man; and by his older sister and mother-figure, Lelia, whom he loved dearly.

Oscar was born in Montevideo, Uruguay (South America) and came to the United States on what he always called a "banana boat." He had very little money and did not speak the language. But he quickly found work, learned English, and was on the road to his American Dream. In 1965, he laid eyes on the love of his life, Blanca (from Colombia, South America) at Hollywood High School, where she was taking an English class. They fell in love and married one year later. After years of trying to have their own child, they discovered they were not able to have children. They began the adoption process, but soon learned they were pregnant and gave birth to their daughter, Angela. Five years later they became pregnant again and their son, Oscar Jr., was born. Due to their now larger family, the happy couple purchased their first home in Carson, California, settled in comfortably and happily raised their children. Years later, Oscar became joint-owner of a Mexican Restaurant in Irvine, California. As the restaurant became more successful, the commute became more difficult. Oscar and Blanca decided to move the family to Orange County, California, and purchased their dream home in Lake Forest. Although Oscar eventually left the Mexican Restaurant and purchased his own Pizza restaurant, he remained in the restaurant business until he retired in 2009.

Oscar was a hard-worker, a loving husband, and an adoring parent. He loved his family, loved to travel, loved going to sporting events, and as proud as he was to be a U.S. Citizen, he never stopped loving his native country. From the food, culture, and especially the soccer, his passion for Uruguay was apparent to all who met him. Also apparent was his sense of humor. He was a kid at heart who loved to joke and play jokes on those around him. This made it extremely difficult to not laugh and feel happy when Oscar was around.

Oscar will be remembered for his huge heart, passion for life and a smile that would light up everyone's day. For anyone that would like to join his family and friends in celebrating his life, a mass, graveside service, and reception will be held on May 10 (see below for details). While hospitalized for the last month of his life, Oscar continuously spoke about having a get-together with family and friends, stating he wanted it to be "potluck-style" so he could enjoy eating a variety of different things. In honor of this wish, Oscar's Celebration of Life reception will be potluck-style. Please contact Oscar's immediate family if you would like to attend.

For those that cannot attend and/or would like to help or contribute in some way, in lieu of flowers or gifts the family would appreciate donations for Oscar's care expenses.