Lori Kathleen Regalado

Lori Kathleen Regalado was born on October 18, 1973, at Redlands Community Hospital in the city that she loved and admirably served her entire life. A lifelong resident of Redlands, Lori’s heart and roots were deeply intertwined with her community.

She graduated in 1991 from Redlands High School, attended Crafton Hills College, and continued her education at the University of Redlands earning her undergraduate degree in Liberal Studies in 2005. In 2008, she completed her master’s degree in counseling, fulfilling her calling to guide, uplift, and advocate for children. Lori was also passionate about fairness and equality in the workplace, serving as a board member for Redlands Education Support Professionals Association.

For approximately 30 years, Lori devoted her life to the students and families of the Redlands Unified School District. She served in many impactful roles, including working with the Early Childhood Education Program as a preschool teacher and Child Development Program Lead. Her ultimate professional goal was realized when she became an Elementary School Counselor at Highland Grove Elementary where she provided unwavering emotional, academic, and social support to countless students. Her office was a safe haven — a place where children felt heard, valued, and understood.

Lori’s life was defined by compassion, inclusivity, and selfless service. She believed deeply in nurturing children and strengthening families through care and connection. Her gentle strength and steady presence made a lasting difference in every life she touched.

Lori was preceded in death by her father, Richard Regalado. She is survived by her loving mother, Yolanda Regalado; siblings Renee Regalado-Kern (brother-in-law Blaine Kern), Olivia Regalado, and Timothy Regalado. She leaves behind her cherished nieces and nephews: Jacob Kern, Zachary Kern, Emma Kern, Noah Thomas, Paige Regalado, and Mozzy Regalado, and her beloved great-niece, Alaia Kern.

Lori will be deeply missed by all of her family and many friends.

Her love for her family was boundless and unwavering, serving as a constant source of strength, guidance, and encouragement.

A Celebration of Life will be held:

Friday, March 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Summerbell Room at The Mitten Building

345 N. 5th Street

Redlands, CA 92374

Family, friends, colleagues, students, and all whose lives were touched by Lori are invited to gather in remembrance and celebration of her extraordinary life.

Scholarship Donation Information:

For those who wish to donate, a scholarship fund has been created in Lori’s honor through the Redlands Community Foundation https://rcf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list, listed as the Lori Regalado Scholarship Memorial Fun. This scholarship will continue Lori’s lifelong mission of supporting children and education within the community she loved so dearly.

Lori’s legacy lives on in every child she encouraged, every colleague she mentored, and every family she supported. Her kindness, grace, and dedicated devotion will never be forgotten.