Obituaries

Chrisoula Dimopoulos

Chrisoula Dimopoulos

Nov 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of Chrisoula Dimopoulos

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Chrisoula "Soula" Dimopoulos, who left this world peacefully on November 15th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Soula was born in Lycuria, Greece to Dionysios and Kondilo Karatzias. She was the beloved sister of Sam & John, whom she adored dearly.

In 1977, at...

Lauren Turner

Lauren Turner

2025

In Loving Memory of Lauren Katherine Turner

Early in the morning of November 7, 2025, Lauren Katherine Turner, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, went to be with the Lord. She was 19 years old. Though her time with us was far too short, her spirit, laughter, and light will live on forever in our hearts.

Lauren was born on March 20, 2006,...

Sandra Maxine Redman

Sandra Maxine Redman

Oct 27, 2025

Sandra (Sandie) Maxine Redman, age 83 of Orange, CA. passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 27,2025 after an extended illness.

Sandie was born on June 9,1942 in Oakland, California to Robert Admire Lewis and Maxine Jardine.

The family moved to Southern California in the mid=1950’s. Sandie’s stepdad was a boilermaker building these wonderful powerplants along our coast, Consequently, they got...

Robert Austin Bowman

Robert Austin Bowman

Oct 24, 2025

Robert Austin Bowman

October 18, 1930 – October 24, 2025

Robert “Bob” Austin Bowman passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025, at the age of 95, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Long Beach, California on October 18, 1930 to James and Evelyn Bowman, Bob grew up with a strong sense of family and service. After graduating high school, he proudly served...

Ellie Tarazi

Ellie Tarazi

Aug 3, 2025

Ellie Tarazi began her beautiful life in Athens, Greece, on May 29, 1939. She was the only daughter of Theodore and Antigoni Sakellariou. Ellie had a carefree childhood growing up in Athens, along with her younger brother, Lambro. One of her favorite outings as a child was walking to the gardens of Zappeion every Sunday with her father to feed...

Grace Ostler McKendrick Merkley

Grace Ostler McKendrick Merkley

Jul 30, 2025

On the morning of July 30, our beloved mother shed her earthly bonds and slipped into eternity. She was aptly named, “Grace,” and embodied every definition of the word. She grew up on a farm in Nephi, Utah with a family of nine children and a strong work ethic.

She married William McKendrick on September 2, 1953 in the Salt Lake...

Maxine Joy McKinnon

Maxine Joy McKinnon

Jul 12, 2025

Maxine Joy McKinnon a cherished matriarch and radiant spirit, was born on March 21, 1928, in Wenatchee, Washington. She departed this life peacefully at her home in Huntington Beach, California, on July 12, 2025, leaving behind a legacy woven from love, faith, compassion, and a deep sense of family.

In her earlier years, Maxine proudly dedicated herself to the pursuit of...

Tula Chiburis Berry

Tula Chiburis Berry

Jun 10, 2025

TULA CHIBURIS BERRY

April 23, 1926 – June 10, 2025

Tula Chiburis Berry, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother and friend to many passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, in Mission Viejo, California, at the age of 99. She was born on April 23, 1926, to Leonithy Chiburis and Kiriakula Rigopoulos, immigrants from Mavromati, Greece. She was the seventh of eight...

Emily Lin

Emily Lin

May 25, 2025

Emily Lin (née Deng Sen) was a beloved mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend. She passed away peacefully on May 25th, 2025 at the age of 98 surrounded by loving family. Born in Chiayi, Taiwan on August 24th, 1927, Emily was the fourth oldest of seven children. In 1946, she wed Hong-Mao Lin with whom she raised five children....

Darrell Dean Wright

Darrell Dean Wright

Mar 11, 2025

Darrell Dean Wright, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025, in Silverado, California, at the age of 92. Born on May 10, 1932, in Ogden, Utah. Darrell was a shining example of kindness and warmth, whose infectious laugh and welcoming spirit touched the lives of everyone he met.

Throughout his remarkable life, Darrell...

George W Kershaw

George W Kershaw

Mar 4, 2025

George was born the only child to Donald and Hazel (Webber) Kershaw on July 23, 1938. He spent his early years in New England, mostly at 290 Nelson Street in Providence, Rhode Island. As a kid he loved the Lone Ranger and remembered walking two houses down and calling out for his childhood friend, “Hey, can Freddy come out and...

Spiros Gabriel

Spiros Gabriel

Mar 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Spiros Gabriel Gavriiloglou, Born August 1, 1948 in Kalos Agros Drama Greece, to Fotini and Gavriil Gavriiloglou. With a heart as vast as the ocean he once sailed, Spiro left an unforgettable mark on everyone who had the honor of knowing him. His life was a testament to resilience, generosity, and an unwavering zest for life....

Harold Frederick Lunsford

Harold Frederick Lunsford

Feb 26, 2025

Harold Frederick Lunsford, affectionately known as Freddie, passed away on February 26, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on March 10, 1961, Freddie was a vibrant spirit whose love for life and infectious laughter brought joy to everyone around him. His mischievous nature and warm-hearted personality made him a beloved figure to many.

Freddie is survived by his devoted wife,...

Alfred Becker

Alfred Becker

Jan 26, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alfred “Alfie” Becker, who left us on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at the age of 83.

Born on September 27, 1941, in Ostepressen, East Prussia, Germany, Alfie was the son of Albert and Leokadia Becker. His early years were shaped by the difficult times in post-World War II Germany, but...

Stratton Matinas

Stratton Matinas

Jan 25, 2025



Stratton was a kind and caring man who dedicated his life to his family.

Stratton Matinas, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away peacefully at his home on January 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 16, 1938, in Pampa, Texas and moved to California in the 1940’s, along with his parents James and Frieda,...