Obituaries

Dec 10, 2024

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Dec 1, 2024

Liberty Farly, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister-in-law, aunt and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2024, at the age of 80. Born on May 28, 1944, in Kali Vrisi, Kastoria, Greece, Liberty immigrated to the United States at the tender age of seven, settling with her family in New York. Liberty embraced New York as her lifelong...

Nov 28, 2024

Nov 26, 2024

Joseph Clinton Lillywhite Jr., age 97, passed away in his home on November 26, 2024, after a brief illness. Born in Huntington Park, CA, he was a resident of the city of Orange, CA for 60 years. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph Clinton, Sr. and LaVerd Lillywhite and his sister, Mona. He is survived by his children, Karen,...

Nov 24, 2024

Walter Robert (Bob) Laidlaw left his mortal life on November 24, 2024. Bob, as he preferred to be called , was the son of Walter Laidlaw from Orange City, New Jersey and Grace Barton of Mt. Pleasant Utah. They built a home in the early 1920’s on Elizabeth Street in Monterey Park California. Bob was the third of four brothers...

Nov 24, 2024

Gabriel Gomez, a devout husband, beloved dad, devoted grandpa, cherished son, and loyal brother, passed away peacefully on November 24th, 2024 in Garden Grove, California, at the age of 68. Born on February 20, 1956, in Los Angeles, California, Gabriel was a beacon of love and laughter, leaving an indescribable mark on everyone fortunate enough to have crossed his path.

Gabriel...

Nov 23, 2024

Nov 23, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Spiros Vagenas a beloved father, husband, son, and friend, who left this world on November 23rd, 2024. Spiros was a man of extraordinary kindness, laughter, and light. His presence illuminated every room he entered, and his warmth touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him.

A devoted family...

Nov 22, 2024

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Nov 19, 2024

Nicholas George Karthas, affectionately known as Nick, passed away on November 19, 2024 at the age of 98 in Long Beach, California. Born on November 30, 1925, in, Massachusetts, Nick lived a life full of service, dedication, and love.

Nick's remarkable journey began with his extensive military service, encompassing 34 years in the United States Navy where he served during conflicts...

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Nov 2, 2024

Jennie, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024. She was a devoted mother to her two daughters, Annette Portillo and Yvette Portillo, who were always her pride and joy. Jennie's love extended to her two wonderful grandchildren, Alex Portillo and Jessica Perry, Granddaughter-in-law, Nancy Chavez and her precious great-granddaughter Evangelina Portillo, whom she adored...

Nov 1, 2024

Oct 23, 2024

Michael Steve Guevara, known lovingly as "Tank," was born on July 21, 1989, in Sylmar, California, and left this world on October 23, 2024, . As we reflect on Michael's life, we are reminded of the warmth and joy he brought to everyone around him. A man of immense character, he wore kindness on his sleeve, reflecting a gentle soul...

Oct 19, 2024

Oct 18, 2024

Nicholas George Karidakis was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on July 3, 1931. His parents, George and Irene Karidakis, were immigrants from the Roumeli region of Greece. Not long after Nick was born, the family decided to move back to Greece to raise him with other family members. Nick spent the first part of his childhood in the Pangrati neighborhood of...