Gabriel Mancilla Pantoja was born February 18, 2008, to Martin and Melissa Pantoja, in Bakersfield. He came to brighten his family's lives, but he was called to Heaven much too soon. Gabriel was preceded in death by his grandfather, Trinidad Pantoja. He is survived by his parents, Martin and Melissa; brothers, Everardo Meza and Jose Martin Panatoja; sister, Alexia Pantoja; and many other loving family members. A graveside service will be conducted by Arvin Funeral Home for Gabriel Mancilla Pantoja on Monday, February 25, at 10am, at south Kern cemetery District. Father Jose De La Torre of St. Thomas Catholic Church officiated and interment will follow. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 24, 2008, from 12 noon to 6pm at Arvin Funeral Home.