Obituaries

Jan 15, 2024

Jan 14, 2024

Nancy K Armstrong, a beloved member of the community passed away on January 14, 2024 in La Mesa due to complications from surgery. She was born on November 16, 1971, in Bakersfield.

Nancy's life was marked by dedication and pride in her work. She spent nearly ten years as an employee at Kaiser Permanente, where she made a significant impact on...

Jan 13, 2024

Jan 12, 2024

Pending services

Jan 11, 2024

Jan 11, 2024

EL CAJON -- Joseph Giammarinaro was born on January 27, 1948, in San Diego, California. He grew up in Little Italy and Mission Hills, attending San Diego High School where he excelled in baseball, football, and wrestling. He graduated in 1967. During his time in high school, he met the love of his life, Mary Dixon. They were married in...

Jan 11, 2024

Lawrence Gilbert Pauline, a beloved man who lived life to the fullest, away peacefully on January 11, 2024 in Spring Valley. He was born on November 7, 1933, in Hilo, Hawaii to Emil and Elvira Pauline. Lawrence was a remarkable individual with an unwavering dedication to his country and a passion for life.From a young age, Lawrence exhibited a sense...

Jan 10, 2024

Judith Anne (McQuade) Eppler was born on February 24, 1941 in Renton, Washington. She was educated in Catholic Schools for twelve years in Seattle, WA. Judy became a resident of San Diego, CA in 1960 where she raised her four children. Judy was always involved in her children’s Catholic school education, beginning at St. Therese Academy, where she served as President...

Jan 10, 2024

Catharine Ann (“Cathy”) was born January 15, 1932, near her parent’s farm in Massena, New York. Two years later, following her father’s untimely death, the family moved to Canton, OH and lived with her mother’s three sisters. Cathy spent the rest of her childhood in Canton with her aunts. She played the clarinet in the youth orchestra and later in...

Jan 9, 2024

"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die." 

Shaun, loved by family and friends-as-family near and far. 



Memorial. February 4th, 2024. 10:00am PST. Dog Beach at Ocean Beach, San Diego, California. 

Jan 9, 2024

Helen Vera Robinson Sitzman Obituary

Helen Vera Robinson Sitzman passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at the age of 84 with her family by her side in San Diego, CA.

Helen was born in Powell, WY on August 29, 1939, to parents Virgil Alphonse Robinson and Virginia Grace Swallow Robinson. Helen’s mother passed away when she was six years old....

Jan 9, 2024

Ora Donald Ralston was born in Chehalis, WA where he spent his earliest years.  His family then moved to Ramona, CA where he spent much of his childhood and teen years.   This is where he met his future wife, Frosty Head, whom he married in 1964.  After high school, Don (as he was known to his friends and family)...

Jan 9, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph La Fata, a beloved patriarch, andpillar of strength for his family. He peacefully departed this world at his home on January 9, 2024,surrounded by the love of his devoted family.Joseph was born on April 21, 1938, in the picturesque town of Carini, Italy, to Joseph and Anna La...

Jan 8, 2024

Jan 8, 2024

“When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro” - Hunter S. Thompson 

Or, as Uncle Mike would say, the “... the weird get weirder.”

Michael Andrew Whelan arrived May 19, 1945, the youngest child of Walter and Lenora Whelan.

He grew up in San Diego, moving into several different neighborhoods with his family. He graduated from San Diego High School in 1963...

Jan 8, 2024

Phyllis Ann Newton, a beloved teacher, loving family member, and talented quilter, passed away on January 8, 2024, in Santee, CA. She was born on July 5, 1935, in Fort Lewis, Washington to Hubert and Ann Hamilton.Phyllis dedicated a remarkable 33 years to her career as an educator in San Diego City Schools. For the majority of her teaching journey,...

Jan 7, 2024

Lynette (Peterson) Guidi was born on 2/20/1950 in San Diego, Californa. 

She was your typical California girl who loved being around the ocean, whether surfing or fishing. You could find her surrounded by people as she was always the life of the party. She met the love of her life, Louis Guidi, Sr., and were married. Together, they had a son,...

Jan 7, 2024

Jan 6, 2024

Aidan Michael Dougherty passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 6, 2024, in San Diego, California. Aidan was eighteen, and a San Diego native.  He was a beautiful young man, with a kind and compassionate heart. Aidan was fiercely loyal to friends and family. He loved the outdoors, especially watching the stars at night. He had a creative soul, which he...

Jan 5, 2024