Birth date: Apr 29, 2015 Death date: Oct 13, 2015
Dora Algarva, 66, of San Diego, CA was born April 29, 1949 to her proud parents in San Jose, Costa Rica. Earlier in life, Dora reloacted to San Diego, CA where she would remain with her husband, Leeman Algarva. Though Dora moved f Read Obituary
Dora was such a lovely lady. I saw her a number of times at Mesa College, and she always greeted me warmly–even though I did not take a class of hers. One time she and I spoke over the phone; she gave me good advice about a music class. She was so caring and genuine and took time to make others' lives better. I smile whenever I think of her. With much appreciation for memories of her, Judy Sarup. [email protected]
I just learned that my friend Dora passed away. I feel very sad. She was my singing teacher for one year at Mesa College and I periodically asked her to help me with singing. She coached me prior to my lecture recital at SDSU on Russian music. I last saw her about a year and a half ago when she indicated an interest in conducting La Jolla Renaissance singers. That did not work out. Now I think that she was not well then, but I didn't know that then. I just wondered why she couldn't seem to remember that I was going to pick her up when I arrived. I still cannot believe that I can't pick up the phone and call her. I wish that I had spoken to her more during the past year, but I got busy and thought about other things. I think that she was studying to be an undertaker. She used to call me at odd times to tell me about something she was going through. I appreciate all the help and information about how to sing well that she shared with me over the years. I appreciate her friendship and and how she asked me for advice. I also love the way she would introduce me as something like you don't know the half about that one. She was also goofy and funny and loved to tease and have fun. I asked her to sing at my birthday party and she said she almost came, but something came up. I can still see her now snickering at someone or something that happened. It . She was really a live wire, and I loved her for it. There are so many memories that I collected with her. These Memories will live forever. I wish I had known about her service. I would have come, but she forgot to invite me. Janet Bradbury
To my beloved friend who I considered my family. As entertainers we shared a lot of wonderful stories about our careers. You will never be forgotten .You will always be loved and always in my heart. Now you will be singing from the heavens. You were an inspiration .. Please watch over me . As always and forever you will be in my prayers. Oceans of blessings. Your entertainer friend Silvana Gabreilla
Our mother, Olga Toledo and Dora's Mom, Herti were childhood friends in San Andres. In late 1963, our Mom, myself and my brothers Leon and Francis stayed with the Waldrip family in El Cajon during a period of challenge. They were a nice family and we enjoyed our stay with them. During that time we got to know Dora. Over the years we were in touch with her via cards, email and telephone. We are saddened to hear of her passing and believe that she is now with God. Maybe she will do some singing up there. May she rest in peace. ….Victor Smith.
