Obituaries

Mar 10, 2026

Fondly known by many as “Yapster,” he was born in the Bronx, New York, but spent much of his life between Vermont and Colorado before eventually settling in San Diego, California. Throughout his life, he was known for his strong spirit, thoughtful words, and the connections he built with those around him. He is survived by his two sons, Peter...

Mar 10, 2026

Glenda Sue Parker—beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend—passed away on March 10, 2026, after a life beautifully defined by unwavering faith, deep devotion to family, and joyful service to others.

Glenda Sue (Crowl) Parker was born on August 22, 1942, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Glenn Lester Crowl and Sarah Helen (Ragar) Crowl. She was later joined by her...

Mar 8, 2026

Mar 8, 2026

Ardine Carol Keaton, 89, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on March 8, 2026, in Santee, California.

Ardine was born on October 29, 1936, to Edgar J. and Grace A. Chamberlain.  She grew up with her siblings , brother Dale (June) Chamberlain, who preceded her in death, and sister Diane (Keith ) Blomstrom.

Through mutual friends, Ardine met...

Mar 7, 2026

Mar 7, 2026

Gudrun Anneliese Goette passed peacefully in the company of family on March 7, 2026. Beloved as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, Oma, aunt and friend, Gudrun leaves a legacy of creativity, beauty, selflessness (as well as four children and eight grandchildren).

Daughter of Otto and Martha Carl, Gudrun was born on February 26, 1936 in Öslau, Germany.

She met the love of...

Mar 5, 2026

Mar 5, 2026

A third generation Northern Californian, Eddie left Dows Prairie and Humboldt County to finish high school in St. Louis, Missouri. After graduating from Principia College in Elsah, Illinois in 1960, he accepted a commission in the US Navy. His service included: the USS Guadalupe (AO-32); the US Naval Base Subic Bay, Republic of the Philippines; the USS Twining (DD-540); the...

Mar 5, 2026

Mar 3, 2026

Mar 1, 2026

Donna Mae McWalter, age 89, passed away at home on March 1, 2026.

She was born on February 7, 1937, in Sharon, North Dakota, to Carl and Beulah Johnson, and grew up in Devils Lake, North Dakota. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Wallace Johnson.

Donna is survived by her devoted husband of 66 years , George...

Mar 1, 2026

Joseph Francis Dolan, a distinguished astronomer, beloved educator and devoted father and grandfather, who passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, in San Diego, California. Born on September 17, 1939, in Rochester, New York, Joseph’s life was marked by a breadth and depth of rich intellectual and academic life.  

Joseph graduated from St. Bonaventure University and then earned his PhD...

Feb 28, 2026

Daniel ‘Dan’ Howard Besser passed away peacefully, surrounded by family in San Diego on

February 28 th , 2026 at the age of 79.

Dan was born in the Bronx on October 17 th , 1946, the first child of Gloria and Leonard Besser.

He was brought up in Yonkers, New York where he would prove himself industrious and hard-

working when as a...

Feb 28, 2026

Mary H. (Cannon) Poovey, formerly of Spring Hill, TN, passed away on February 28, 2026 at the age of 93 in San Diego, CA. Mary dedicated her life to the care of others as a devoted nurse, serving communities in both Tennessee and California.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Lamar Preston Poovey; her sister, Marie Cannon Ward;...

Feb 24, 2026

Frank Anthony Ferrone, Esq.

April 23, 1933 - Feb. 24, 2026

El Cajon, CA



Frank Anthony Ferrone 92, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, in San Diego, California. He will be remembered as an extraordinary husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather whose life was defined by love, faith, and generosity. His legacy lives on in the family he cherished and through the many...

Feb 24, 2026

In lieu of flowers or gift donations please direct all donations to your favorite local veterans charity or leave a story/photo in the guest book

Let us go then, you and I, When the evening is spread out against the sky

- The Love Song of J Alfred Prufrock by 

TS Elliott 

Gene was a husband, a dad, a friend, a Veteran, a Grateful Dead...

Feb 23, 2026

Feb 21, 2026

Demarcus Joseph Dayrit, lovingly known to many as "Mark," passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in San Diego, California, at the age of 31. Born on February 4, 1995, in San Diego, California, to his devoted mother, Jocelyn Jackson, Demarcus spent his childhood in National City. He attended local primary schools and proudly earned his high school diploma...

Feb 20, 2026

Feb 20, 2026

Rosario Osornio-Canez, 84, of San Diego, California, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on May 08, 1941 in Sinaloa, Mexico.  Rosario (La Chayito) was known for her vibrant and free spirit. She gave warm hugs and loving smiles. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren describe her legacy as precious. Every memory of her a treasured...