Rev. Frank Maitoza

August 7, 1937 - July 3, 2018

Rev. Frank Maitoza, retired minister with the Center for Spiritual Living, passed away on July 3rd, 2018 in Hemet, CA. Born on August 7th, 1937, he was raised in Newport, Rhode Island and attended Rogers High School, and as an alumni, made regular contributions to their Scholarship Fund. He became a Registered Nurse in Stuart, Florida and after moving to California worked at Scripps hospitals in San Diego county for 30 years. Always interested in education, Rev. Frank received his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Pepperdine University and his Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from United States International University to begin further work as a therapist. After retiring, Frank obtained his 2nd Master’s Degree in Consciousness Studies at Holmes Institute where he became an ordained minister. He was called to serve a church in Sun City and later at the Hemet Center for Spiritual Living. After a second retirement, he enjoyed writing articles on positive living in the Clergy Corner of the Chronicle. He is survived by his son, Joel Maitoza and brother, Victor Poisson. 

A “Celebration of Life” memorial service will be held at the Center for Spiritual Living at 26805 Murrieta Road in Menifee, CA on Sunday, July 22nd, 2018 at 12:30pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Center for Spiritual Living are appreciated.