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Obituary

Elijah Emmanuel Rufus, 19, was taken from this world too soon on February 15, 2023. Elijah was born on June 26, 2003 to Roshanda Casteel and Rasson Rufus at Long Beach Memorial Hospital in Long Beach. Elijah was the eldest of 7 children and his younger siblings looked up to him in every way. Throughout his short life, Elijah carried himself with jubilant energy and positivity. His infectious smile filled every room he walked into. …

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been three years without you, still missing you like crazy, i love you goof troop<3 
been three years without you, still missing you like crazy, i love you goof troop<3 
been three years without you, still missing you like crazy, i lo…
To the family there will never be the right words to express during this time. I am praying for you and the healing jou…
To the family there will never be the right words to express during this time. I am praying for you…
To the family there will never be the right words to express dur…

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June 26th, 2003
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Passed away

February 15th, 2023
Los Angeles, CA

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