Obituaries

Jun 23, 2024

Randall was born June 14, 1947 in McCook, Nebraska to George John and Frances Jean Van Gelder. The family moved to California when he was 10 years old. It was there he attended Colton Junior High, Colton High School, and University of California at Riverside. He lived with his wife and daughter in Redlands CA for 39 years before moving...

Jun 19, 2024

Dorothy Marie, also known as (Dot) was born on March 18, 1924, to Richard and Nellie Clark in San Diego, CA. Dorothy had three brothers Stanley, Vernon, and Jim, along with her sister Irene. Her siblings all preceded her in death. Her father was a Master Carpenter and Contractor and would renovate and build Craftsman bungalow homes, then sell them...

Jun 19, 2024

Edith Ratliff, aged 79, of San Diego, California, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2024. She was born on November 10, 1944, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, to Olivia and Cooper Ratliff.

Edith is survived by her brother, Fleet and sister-in-law Ann Marie, her sister, Ann and brother-in-law Jim, as well as her daughter, Alice Fugitt, and son, Benjamin Fugitt. She was a...

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Jun 16, 2024

Enedina, affectionately known as Anita, passed away bravely after a long illness. She was a woman of remarkable courage and resilience throughout her life's journey.

Anita, a devout Christian, was born in Mexico and later made her home in San Diego, California, where she embraced life with passion and grace. Her love for animals and nature was evident in her everyday...

Jun 16, 2024

Vincent John Thayer, known affectionately as VJ, was born on March 5, 1956, in the beautiful city of San Diego, California. He peacefully departed from this world on June 16, 2024, in the same city he called home throughout life. Vincent was a 1974 graduate of St. Augustine High School. His professional career path led him to a position as...

Jun 15, 2024

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Irene Frances Zerger of National City, CA was born on June 7, 1927 near Moundridge, KS to David Josua Zerger and Anna (née Kaufman) Zerger. She was the youngest of six children. As a child on the farm in Turkey Creek township, Irene learned the value of hard, honest work. At Moundridge High School, she participated in plays, band, and...

Jun 11, 2024

Jun 6, 2024

Charles Walker Morris, known affectionately as "Charlie", was a remarkable soul who touched the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know him. Born on January 3, 2005, at Balboa Hospital in San Diego, Charlie brought immense joy and love into the world from the very beginning.Charlie's infectious laughter and ever-present smiles brightened even the darkest days for his...

Jun 2, 2024

Ricardo Roche Rodriguez (Richard), age 95, of Jamul, California, passed away

peacefully at home on June 2, 2024 with his loving daughter Angel by his side.

Richard was born on February 26, 1929, to Francisco and Rosaura Rodriguez

in Round Rock, Texas. He was the fourth of six siblings—three brothers and

three sisters—all but his youngest sister Roberta have preceded him in death.

Richard served...

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May 31, 2024

Carlos had a diverse and fulfilling career, working in various fields as a Champagne vineyard harvester, commercial tuna fisherman, and as a Re-certified Bosun in the Merchant Marines. His hard work ethic and dedication shone in everything he pursued.Known for his incredible sense of humor and kindness towards others, Carlos was a generous soul who cherished spending time with his...

May 30, 2024

Charles "Chuck" Joseph Urnezis was born April 2, 1947 in Rockford, Illinois to Charlie and Tina Urnezis. Chuck was the second child and first son for his parents and he completed their family (until his pesky little brother Michael was born 17 months later!). Chuck moved with his extended family to San Diego in 1952, where they settled on Utah...