Desiree Nicole Moriel

Desiree Nicole Moriel was born on February 18, 1983 on an American military base in Bermenhaven, Germany to parents Rito and Yvette Moriel. She would be the middle child to siblings Anthony Rito (elder) and Jessica Janelle (younger).

As a young student Desiree struggled with dyslexia. To overcome this reading disability she adopted a strong work ethic and found techniques to stay at the same academic level as her peers. While some would simply accept their weaknesses she was determined to overcome these barriers. This determination and perseverance would serve her for the rest of her life.

Naturally athletic Desiree exceled at many physical activities. Unlike many girls her age, she was not only able to keep up with boys in her little league but was also selected to play on several All-Star teams. As a high-school sophomore she played Varsity softball at both Arcadia and Duarte High schools. She graduated from Arcadia High in 2001.

Desiree exceled in her professional endeavors as well, often finding herself in managerial positions. She studied child development in junior college for a time. She also worked several years for a Medical supply company which afforded her an opportunity to relocate to Oahu, Hawaii. Although the position did not materialize into what she had expected, it was at this point in her life that Desiree discovered her true passion in culinary arts. After relocating back to Southern California (much to the satisfaction of both her parents), she decided to transition into this vocation permanently. She began several small pastry/desert ventures and attended culinary school full-time. While her own projects were developing she decided to gain some outside experience in the industry by working as a chef and also as a server for an events company. Overall it was important for her to be the best at what she did, to accomplish this she aspired to know all aspects of her industry.

Desiree loved her family. She enjoyed vintage shopping with her Mother and rehabilitating used furniture. She was especially excited about recently becoming an Aunt to Jayden and was determined to be the baby’s godmother. Desiree loved children, and spent much of her free time with younger cousins and at family gatherings. She was an avid sports fan, and in particular a fan of the Oakland Raiders. She loved watching football games, and even forced her dog Maddy to wear a Raider jersey.

A beautiful woman, Desiree was no stranger to being loved. Her infectious spirit seemed to attract everyone to her, friends and family alike. Desiree is survived by her parents and siblings, maternal grandparents, aunts & uncles, 1st cousins, 2nd cousins and her little angel Maddy.

Desiree’s services will be held at Rose Hills Memorial Park on August 4th and 5th.