Obituaries

Aug 6, 2025

Alexander Yeaman passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, in La Mesa, California. Born on June 26, 1946, in Gateshead, England, he lived a rich and meaningful life filled with love, curiosity, and dedication. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed.

Alexander spent 40 years working in the telecommunications industry, taking on...

Aug 2, 2025

Maria Luz Garcia Galasso was a friend to many, known for her positive outlook and her deep love for her son, Joseph, who passed away in 2009, and her daughter Helena, who passed away in 2002. Despite facing significant health challenges—including being a kidney recipient and living with legal blindness—Maria remained kind, generous, and always willing to help those less...

Aug 2, 2025

 “In Loving Memory of Janet Ruth Ball (Renfro)”

Janet Ruth Ball, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Aunt passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on August 2nd, 2025. A mother’s love is the greatest gift we receive. Her family was blessed to have such a caring and loving mother.

Born on March 19th, 1940 in Dallas Texas, Janet was born a true Country...

Aug 1, 2025

Aug 1, 2025

Raymond "Ray" Peter Thiesen was the first born child of Lillian Virginia (Johnson) and Peter Joseph Thiesen. He was born in Chicago, July 20, 1930 and died peacefully in his sleep August 1, 2025 in San Diego, California.

Ray grew up an only child until 13 years later when his sister Linda joined the family. He had an extended family that...

Jul 31, 2025

Jul 30, 2025

Dortha Jean Kiernan entered into the presence of her Savior on July 30, 2025. She was 93. Born in Fresno, CA on January 7, 1932 to Donald Hubbard of Presque Isle, ME, and Lois Matteson of Madera, CA, and had a younger brother, Roland Hubbard. Her family moved to Los Angeles, where she attended 6th Avenue Elementary, Gompers Junior High,...

Jul 27, 2025

Ro Rocco passed away on July 27, 2025, after a brief and courageous batte with cancer. Ro was born in 1961, in Niagara Falls, NY; the beloved second daughter of the late Gennaro Domenic Rocco and Catherine Rocco. Ro and her family relocated to the Boston area where she attended grade school and high school. Ro then moved to New...

Jul 27, 2025

     Kathryn Wendel Harnish, age 98, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, surrounded by her family. Known by all as “Kitty,” she brought endless joy and good cheer to her family and community.     Born in Pennsylvania, she was the sixth and youngest child of Phillip and Martha Wendel—last but certainly not least. Smart as a whip, endlessly...

Jul 26, 2025

William “Bill” Frances Bartman passed away peacefully at his home in San Diego, near Balboa Park. A lifelong San Diego resident, Bill will be remembered for his love of family, teaching, athletics, and adventure.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Irina, and his brothers Tom of San Diego and John of Crystal River, Florida. Bill has a large extended family...

Jul 25, 2025

Mom was born Leta Faye Frazier to James Hobson and Arma Ideola Dye Frazier on March 30th, 1928 in Austin, Texas. Growing up her nick name was Jo but my dad changed it to Jodie. Mom and Dad were married February 8th, 1947. They had 5 children and a multitude of grandchildren and great grandchildren. They made it to their...

Jul 19, 2025

Leonardo Castelli, a cherished father, devoted husband, and beloved grandfather, passed away on July 19, 2025, in San Diego, California, at the age of 80. Born on May 11, 1945, in Mazara del Vallo, Sicily, he spent his life as an integral part of his family and community.

Leonardo dedicated his career to providing for his family by owning and operating...

Jul 18, 2025

Guadalupe Nelson, 86, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on July 18, 2025. Beloved Mother, Grandma, Nana, Sister, Aunt and Friend. She was born on March 12, 1939, the daughter of Severo and Andrea Rodriguez. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, baking, dancing (Cumbias), listening to various types of music, doing Word Search, watching TV shows-EWTN and Westerns...

Jul 17, 2025

Nancy is finally home in the warm embrace of Jesus, greeted by her Marty, her Mama, 2 brothers, her sister and I’m sure a huge welcoming committee of all the friends she loved and laughed with on Earth.

Born to Leona and Charles Sickler, Nancy was the youngest of 5 kids. She grew up and spent her whole life loving San...

Jul 16, 2025

Jul 16, 2025

Born Luther Howard Smith, Junior, on January 18, 1952, in Lehigh, Oklahoma. Luther was fifth of seven children born to Luther and Mary Smith. 

After moving to Washington State, Luther met and married Deborah Abdullah (d). Their union was blessed with three boys. In August 2001, Luther married Linda Goode (d) and became a much-loved member of the Anderson family. On...

Jul 15, 2025

Jul 14, 2025

Jul 13, 2025

Santina “Sandy” Warren passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 87 after a long and brave battle with cancer.

She will be missed immensely by Ronald, her loving husband of 58 years; her two children; her adoring grandchildren, and extended family. 

The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses of Scripps Mercy Hospital and the Scripps Cancer Center. A...

Jul 12, 2025

Daniel Wright Richards, born on April 29, 1947, in San Diego, California, passed away on July 12, 2025, in Escondido, California. He was a dedicated friend, a cherished family member, and a man whose spirit will be missed by all who knew him.

Daniel spent his professional life as an office manager for telephone book delivery services in San Diego, where...