With deep sorrow, the family, friends, and colleagues of Jomarie Calasanz share the heartbreaking news of her passing. Jomarie, of La Puente, Los Angeles, California, left this world too soon, leaving behind a legacy of creative brilliance, professional dedication, and a heart that touched many.
Jomarie most recently served as a Legal Project Manager/Biller at Yee & Associates, where she brought energy, precision, and compassion to her role. Known for her ability to manage legal projects with care and efficiency, she was admired by her peers for her attention to detail, strong communication, and leadership in training legal staff. Jomarie helped maintain critical client relationships and ensured smooth operations in complex legal billing environments.
Before stepping into legal management, Jomarie held several impactful positions that showcased her diverse talents. She previously worked at BuzzFeed as a Social Video Producer, where her creativity shone through the development of engaging, trendsetting content. Her contributions helped BuzzFeed achieve over 100 million collective views in a single month—an achievement that spoke volumes about her storytelling power and digital insight.
She also interned at One Down Media, where she contributed to content creation, casting, and creative strategy—demonstrating her dynamic ability to move between legal and media industries with grace and talent.
Jomarie began her journey in the legal field as a Legal Assistant/Secretary at Yee & Associates, where she supported attorneys with dedication and compassion, ultimately rising to managerial roles through sheer merit and hard work.
A proud graduate of San Francisco State University, Jomarie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, laying the foundation for her future in both legal and public-facing roles. She also had an eye for beauty in creativity—as a producer, singer, and multifaceted creative, she poured her soul into every project she touched.
Those who knew Jomarie remember her as a radiant soul—kind, driven, deeply intelligent, and full of creative light. Whether in a courtroom or behind a camera lens, she brought the same care, joy, and integrity to her work.
Her sudden departure is a profound loss to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Tributes from coworkers, classmates, and friends describe her as “an inspiration,” “a powerhouse of creativity,” and “a beautiful person inside and out.”
Jomarie’s memory will forever be cherished by her family, loved ones, colleagues at Yee & Associates, creative collaborators from BuzzFeed and One Down, and the many lives she touched in both her personal and professional journeys.
Funeral and memorial service details will be announced by the family in the coming days. In the meantime, the community is invited to honor Jomarie by sharing memories and keeping her light alive through acts of kindness and creativity.