Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson

María Rudecinda Florencía Sepúlveda de Dodson (October 27, 1858 – September 11, 1930) She was sometimes known as "the fairy godmother of San Pedro."

Early life and education Sepulveda was born in Palos Verdes, California,

Career Dodson founded the San Pedro Woman's Club in 1905, and was active in the causes of suffrage and temperance. She donated land for a church, a fire station, a theatre, a park, and other community purposes. She was a chapter president of the Native Daughters of the Golden West, and a benefactor of the American Red Cross.

Personal life and legacy In 1881, Sepulveda married James H. Dodson, mayor of San Pedro. They had three children: James H. Jr., Carlos (Carl), and Florencia (Florence). Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School in Rancho Palos Verdes is named in her memory.