Obituaries

May 20, 2024

Our beautiful mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, left this life to be with the Lord on May 20, 2024. She was 95 years old. She loved God and she loved her family, which was her greatest joy. She was kind and gentle and always had a joyful heart. She was a friend to all.Mom/NanaMom as she was known to her...

May 20, 2024

Carl J. Stahnke, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother died May 20, 2024. Born in Philadelphia in 1941, Carl moved frequently until his father’s last duty station in San Diego. He ran track at Herbert Hoover High School, served in the U.S. Army and graduated from SDSU with a master’s degree. Carl spent 36 years teaching, including more than 25...

May 18, 2024

May 16, 2024

May 15, 2024

Arthur Stevenson Carnahan, Jr. (“Steve”), age 93, of San Diego, California, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024, in Wilmington, North Carolina. His loving daughters were with him at the time of his death.

 

Steve was born on October 4, 1930, to Arthur and Fannie Carnahan in Riverton, Kansas. He was the youngest of eleven siblings—four brothers and six sisters—all of...

May 15, 2024

May 14, 2024

William John Kirby, known affectionately as Bill to his family and friends passed away on May 14th, 2024, at Grossmont Sharp Hospital in San Diego, California. His legacy is one of dedication and hard work, leaving a lasting impact on those who had the pleasure of knowing him. Born on May 25th, 1934, in Beaverton, Oregon, Bill led a remarkable life...

May 13, 2024

May 12, 2024

Ana Delia Carrillo Rodriguez, 39, passed away on Mother’s Day, May 12, 2024. Born and raised on the West Coast, with roots spanning from San Diego to Los Angeles, Ana lived a vibrant and adventurous life.



Ana is survived by her  parents, Alma Felan and Gerardo Rodriguez, and her dear siblings, Jerry Rodriguez, Candy Rodriguez, and Gina Hirata and her niece...

May 12, 2024

May 12, 2024

Milkiah Warren Churchill

January 17, 2004—May 12, 2024

Born in Yrgalem, Sidama, Ethiopia, Milkiah moved to San Diego in 2008 to be the son of John and Brenda Churchill, and the brother of Rochelle and Kellen.  He was a lively boy with a brilliant smile and an engaging disposition.   

Milkiah was home-schooled by his mother through sixth grade, when he transferred to...

May 11, 2024

Larry Smith Obituary

Lawrence George Smith (Larry) was born in Chicago on January 7, 1939, to Alex and Arlene Smith.  Larry and his older brother, Bob Smith, tragically lost their mother when Larry was very young.   The boys went to live with relatives and Larry moved in with his Uncle George and Aunt Jeannette.  Eventually, Alex remarried Opalene and they...

May 11, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our mother, Aviva Brin Shimrat. 

 

Aviva passed away on Saturday the 11th of May 2024 at around 22h00 at the Grossmont Gardens Assisted Living in San Diego, where she has been for the past 6 years.

 

Aviva had just turned 89 on the 3rd of May, and passed away on...

May 10, 2024

May 9, 2024

Miss me...but let me go.  "When I come to the end of the road, And the sun has set for me,I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little, but not too long. And not with your head bowed low. Remember the love and laughter we shared.Miss me... but let me...

May 8, 2024

May 5, 2024

David M. Winter passed on May 5, 2024. He was 64. David was born in Pasadena, CA. When David was young he spent time traveling to and from the US and Mexico. He was a real estate and insurance specialist, helping educate people on financial literacy.He was known for his love of nature and exotic plants. He enjoyed cycling, sailing,...

May 4, 2024

Forever Aztec Moves OnPeter Bryan passed away of natural causes on May 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. He was born to Larry and Gayle Bryan in Downey, California on October 16, 1969. The family later moved to Orange County where he attended Newport Harbor High. He was fortunate to participate in their fine aquatic program coached by the legendary...

May 1, 2024

May 1, 2024

On May 1st, 2024, Lynn Ellen Gaffney passed away in San Diego, California at the age of 70. Lynn is survived by her sons, Scott and Drew, and her four grandsons.

Lynn was born on March 29, 1954, in New York to Gladys and James Gaffney and has three siblings, Janice, Phil, and Sharon. Lynn also gifted the world with a...