Orlando Contreras

Orlando Contreras Jr. was born on February 14,1982 in Bakersfield, California to Orlando Vara Contreras and Irma Cabrera. He was the oldest of 4 children. Orlando grew up in Bakersfield, California where he attended College Heights Elementary, Compton Jr. High, and Foothill High School. He played baseball through JBA, and played football at Foothill High. He worked at Bolthouse Farms as a maintenance worker. Shortly after he met Ashley Ludwick, and the two were married. Soon after they had a daughter named Amaya. She was born on July 20, 2002. He enjoyed going to the beach riding ATV's, and spending time with family. Orlando is survived by his mother Irma and stepfather Larry Goodwin, and siblings Michelle, Michael and Kimberlee Contreras. Orlando leaves behind numerous family including Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces and Nephews. Orlando will be truly missed and will be carried in our hearts forever.

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