Obituaries

Mar 17, 2025

Allison James Wallace, a dedicated servant and passionate community member, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025, in Santee, CA. Born on November 3, 1944, Jim led a life filled with a myriad of experiences and achievements, leaving an indelible mark on those who knew him.

Jim’s career was characterized by his commitment to service. He started strong, joining the Navy...

Mar 13, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Stephen Manuccia, our beloved husband, father, Pop, brother, uncle, friend, and bandmate. Stephen was a kind, loving, and gentle soul who devoted his life to the people he cherished. He brought joy and warmth to everyone who knew him, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. He...

Mar 13, 2025

Henry Clay Cox, Sr. was born August 27, 1937. He was called home March 13th, 2025. He was 86 1/2 years young. Henry is the 4th born of 13 children. 

He is preceded in death by his Parents Connie Oscar Cox and Lucille Gladys Still-Cox, his 9 siblings and his only child, Henry Clay Cox, Jr. He is survived by his...

Mar 12, 2025

Bruce Thomson Falconer, 82, of Carlsbad, California, passed away on March 12, 2025.

Born on July 21, 1942, in Buffalo, New York, Bruce was the son of the late Robert and LuGene Falconer. He graduated from Hamburg Senior High School in 1960. Following graduation, he joined the Navy as a medic. He later earned a degree in business management from San...

Mar 11, 2025

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Mar 9, 2025

Joyce Zampese passed away peacefully at home on March 9, 2025 after having suffered a stroke. Born in 1935 in Chicago, Joyce was raised in Santa Barbara, CA. Upon graduation from Santa Barbara High School in 1953, Joyce attended college, graduating from Loyola Marymount University. Always respected and loved, she received many honors during her high school and college years....

Mar 9, 2025

Richard Michael Ireland, fondly known as Rick, was born on June 18, 1957, and left this world on March 9, 2025. His journey through life brought joy, laughter, and countless cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who were lucky enough to know him.

Rick dedicated 20 years of his career to Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, where...

Mar 6, 2025

Mar 6, 2025

David Lee Ausderan, affectionately known as "Dave," passed away on March 6, 2025, in San Diego, California, after bravely battling Stage 4 Carcinoma with his daughters Amy, Annie, Denise and nephew Jon by his side. Born on October 28, 1943, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Dave led a life full of joy, love, and remarkable accomplishments.

Dave dedicated many years of his...

Mar 5, 2025

Father Leo Thomas Brogan, 85, of Chula Vista, CA passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025 after a short illness. Fr. Brogan was the eldest of six sons born to Leo and Rita Brogan. He was raised in Hawthorne, NJ attending St. Anthony's Elementary School and St. Mary's High School in Totowa, NJ. Fr. Brogan obtained his Bachelor's Degree from...

Mar 4, 2025

Mar 3, 2025

Lesa Christine (née Blundell) Bixel, 59, of Jamul, California, was tragically and unexpectedly lost on March 3, 2025.

Born in San Diego on September 9, 1965, Lesa grew up in Claremont, where her boundless energy, quick wit, and generous heart made her unforgettable.

Lesa didn’t just make friends—she made family. Whether you had known her for years or had just met her,...

Mar 2, 2025

Harold Dean Caldwell passed away in the comfort of his home on March 2, 2025, at the age of 90, after a prolonged battle with dementia.

Born on February 4, 1935, in the small town of Cameron, Texas, Dean, the name he went by, was the cherished second of four living children born to Berry and Lois Caldwell (née Waterson). Times...

Mar 2, 2025

Mar 2, 2025

La Mesa, California - Chris Cohan passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the age of 92. He died peacefully, after battling Alzheimer’s Disease for years. Chris was born in Albany, New York in 1932, to the late Timothy Francis Cohan and Gertrude (Lally) Cohan. He was the oldest of three sons and had a childhood that was the...

Feb 27, 2025

Mary Elizabeth (Sporing) Formanek, left this earth on February 27, 2025 surrounded by family in her home. She was diagnosed with stage four cancer on January 28, 2025. We did not expect her to leave this earth only one month later, but that time allowed her to say goodbye to family who flew in from all over the country. A...

Feb 26, 2025

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  I hold your heart in my heart"

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Feb 25, 2025

Raymond Anthony Augustine, born on January 23, 1959 died on February 25, 2025 after a long battle with health issues. He is survived by his mother, Diane Tomczak, her husband, James Mavrogenis, his sister, Annmarie Augustine and her wife, Amber Brewer. He was predeceased by his father, Frank Augustine and grandparents Anthony and Berniece Tomczak and Raymond and Ethel Augustine.

Ray...