Obituaries

Arlean Helen Lane

Arlean Helen Lane

Oct 31, 2024

Arlean Helen Lane, a beloved matriarch and a true embodiment of love and strength, passed away on October 31, 2024, in her hometown of San Diego, California. Born on August 20, 1950, Arlean lived a life infused with resilience, creativity, and a profound affection for her family.

Her unwavering spirit was evident in every facet of her existence. Those who knew her...

Susan Elaine Nash

Susan Elaine Nash

Oct 30, 2024

Susan Elaine Nash, born Susan Elaine Marshall was one of two kids born to Morris Lee Marshall and Lucille Mae Marshall in San Diego, CA. She grew up in Pacific Beach and attended OLP. She is survived by her brother Joe, two sons Jason and Andy, and her stepdaughter Erin and stepson Joel. 

Susan spent most of her life living in...

John Everett Kays

John Everett Kays

Oct 26, 2024

John Everett Kays passed on October 26, 2024. He was born on Friday, July 13, 1934 prompting his mother to nickname him "Lucky". John was known for his sharp mind, quick wit and great sense of humor. He never met a stranger and would strike up a conversation where ever he went. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, he moved to...

Michael Kent Brown

Michael Kent Brown

Oct 26, 2024

Michael Brown, a devoted Dad and Grandpa, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2024. Born in Mexicali, Mexico on September 15, 1949, Mike—as he was commonly known—lived a life devoted to his family and community. Known for his warmth, kindness, and humor, he had a unique way of making everyone feel welcomed and loved. Mike leaves behind a cherished family...

Gladys Marie Winchell

Gladys Marie Winchell

Oct 25, 2024

Gladys Marie Winchell, 88 of San Diego, California, went home to be with the Lord October 25, 2024, in Chula Vista, California.

Gladys was born the daughter of Harold Douglas Roat and Edith May (Ballard) Roat November 15, 1935 in Nanticoke, New York. Growing up on their farm allowed her to learn how to drive at the young age of 13...

Michael Lawrence Cyr

Michael Lawrence Cyr

Oct 24, 2024

Michael Lawrence Cyr, 70, passed away peacefully on Oct. 24, 2024, at his home in San Diego, surrounded by his loving family. 

Mike — as he was commonly known by those close to him — lived most of his life in the Northeast, spending the last few decades in New Hampshire. As a young man, he served in the United States...

Robert Marvin Bream

Robert Marvin Bream

Oct 23, 2024

Robert (Bob) Marvin Bream passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024, at the age of 95. He is survived by 5 children, 5 grandchildren, and several great grandchildren.

Bob and his wife Freda who preceded him in death (12/14/2024) moved from Sioux Falls, SD to San Diego, CA for better opportunities for themselves and their family. This was just a hint...

John Albert MacDowell

John Albert MacDowell

Oct 21, 2024

John Albert MacDowell, beloved father, uncle, grandfather, brother, son, and friend, was born in 1946, the third and youngest child of Albert and Dorothy (nee Maloney) MacDowell. He is preceded in death by his parents and his two older brothers, Thomas and James.

John was born and raised in San Diego, growing up on Esther Street. He attended Andrew Jackson Elementary...

Joseph Albert Brantuas

Joseph Albert Brantuas

Oct 21, 2024

Captain Joe Brantuas, USN (Ret.), joined the love of his life, Joanie, on October 21,2024 in San Diego, California. He was 90 years old.

Born in 1934 in The Bronx, NY of immigrant parents, Jose Cruz Brantuas (Portugal) and Mae Edna Mosher (Canada), Joe grew up in Beechhurst, NY (Queens) where he attended St Lukes's and Brooklyn Technical Institute. After graduating,...