REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF LEGENDARY ACTRESS / ACTIVIST, LUPE ONTIVEROS (1942—2012) Ontiveros left an indelible mark on Hollywood and the Latino Community LOS ANGELES – Friends and family of the pioneering American actress/ activist, Lupe Ontiveros, saddened by her passing last July 26, remembered her life and legacy during rosary and funeral services in Pico Rivera, California this past weekend. Several of Ontiveros’ prominent friends participated in the services, including Actor/Philanthropist, Eva Longoria; Civil Rights Icon, Dolores Huerta; Actor/Activist, Edward James Olmos, L.A. County Supervisor for the First District, Gloria Molina; Members of the Ontiveros’ immediate family, and L.A. Mayor, Antonio Villaraigosa. Originally from El Paso, Texas, Ontiveros is remembered for her portrayal in several iconic Latino roles throughout her decades-long career. She is survived by her husband Elias, sons Nicolas, Elias and Alejandro,