Obituaries for the Lancaster, CA Area

Jul 19, 2024

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Jul 11, 2024

Sheila Joy Green, a radiant beacon of resilience and warmth, passed away peacefully at her home in Lancaster, California, on her 85th birthday, July 11, 2024. Born on July 11, 1939, in Glendale, California, Sheila was the cherished daughter of Forest Owen Petty and Thelma Petty. She enriched the lives of many, shaping her legacy through a vibrant life filled...

Jul 10, 2024

A loving and devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and dear friend to many in her community, Olivia “Livi” Knoble, 67, of Lancaster, CA, passed away in Palmdale, CA on July 10th, 2024.

Olivia was born in Santa Monica, CA on December 27th, 1956, to Marcelino Viramontes and Dolores Gonzalez. She was the third of nine children and quickly earned the...

Jul 7, 2024

James Alan Tingley

James Tingley was born on June 16, 1948, and passed into Jesus’ loving arms on July 7, 2024. He grew up in Redondo Beach, California, the best place for anyone to be raised. He joins his beloved mother, Caryl Tingley, and his treasured grandmother, Margaret Roberts, in heaven and leaves behind two sisters, Pamela Eidem and Susan Bradley....

Jul 7, 2024

Betty Ann Hunt (Rose), aged 74, passed away on July 7, 2024, in Lancaster, CA. Born on July 22, 1949, in Paris, France, she spent most of her years in the Antelope Valley and later lived in Henderson, NV, for 20 years, where she made many cherished friendships.

 Betty dedicated her life to caring for her family and extending her kindness...

Jun 29, 2024

Brad Michael Kazee, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly on June 29, 2024. He was only 43 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. Brad was born on August 9 th, 1980 in Fontana, California to parents Michael and Gina Kazee. He is survived by both parents Michael and Gina, and his brother Joshua Kazee....

Jun 24, 2024

Mildred Grigsby was born on March 7, 1949 in Lufkin, Texas to Vernon and Mittie Bell

Grigsby. She was the last born of seven children. 

As a baby Mildred’s parents were informed that she had Sickle Cell Anemia and would not

live beyond the age of sixteen. After reaching adulthood she was told her life expectancy was 55 years.

And during those years she...

Jun 22, 2024

Gerald (Jerry) Edward Callahan, Jr., 84, passed away Friday, June, 22, 2024 at his home in

Palmdale, CA. He had dual citizenship with Ireland and always shared his irrepressible Irish

humor. He was born August 8, 1939 in Malden, MA and grew up in Medford, MA. Jerry

graduated from Mauldin Catholic High School before relocating to Southern California. His

military service was at McConnell...

Jun 19, 2024

Dorothy Lee Jude was born in St. Louis, Missouri on February 17, 1932, to Clark and Martha Jane Crutcher. She and her older sister Ophelia were adopted and raised by the late Reverand Edgar Noble Jude and Jessie Jude. She told of her experiences being raised on the farm, chopping and picking cotton, caring for the animals, and attending church...

Jun 19, 2024

Paula Angelica Maliglig Ellis, the second eldest child of Napoleon and Katherine Maliglig, was

born on February 9, 1935 in Los Angeles, California. At the age of two she moved with her

family to the Philippines, the country of her father, and was raised in Bacolod City, Negros,

along with her other eleven siblings. Though their life there was marked by the horrors...

Jun 17, 2024

Jun 17, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Pamella Kristen Malpartida, age 61, of Acton, California, who peacefully passed away on June 17, 2024, after bravely battling multiple health issues.

Born on March 13, 1963, in Boston, Massachusetts, Pamella was the daughter of Joe and Debbie Dionne. She spent her early years in Boston, where she...

Jun 16, 2024

Kevin Anthony Kent, 68, of Littlerock passed away June 16, 2024 after a battle with bone cancer. Kevin was born and raised in Reseda CA but moved to the Antelope Valley in the late 90’s to have room for his horses. Kevin worked as a building inspector for the cities of Palmdale and Pasadena. 



Kevin was a huge Dodger fan, often...

Jun 12, 2024

On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, Brian Scott Johnston, at the young age of 51, was given his eternal peace and happiness. He has begun his greatest journey to find new adventures beyond the realms of this life. For everyone that was fortunate to have known Brian, or just to be in his presence, knew the endless joy and love that...

Jun 12, 2024

Jun 8, 2024

James Howard Boddy III sadly passed away suddenly from a medical illness at Antelope Valley Medical Center in Lancaster, California with his wife Amporn at his side. James, better known as Jim, was born in Pennsylvania to his parents James H. Boddy Jr. and Teranell Estelle Harris. 

He served in the United States Airforce from 1985 through 2006, retiring TSGT-6 with...

Jun 6, 2024

Douglas Alden Caraway, aged 62, passed away on June 6, 2024, in Lancaster, CA. Born on September 27, 1961, in Kingsville, TX, Doug grew into a respected and beloved figure in his community, known for his dedication as a husband, father, grandfather, leader, veteran, author, and mentor. 

Doug's journey began with a road trip from south TX to AK with his...

Jun 2, 2024

Jun 1, 2024

May Ju Tong, 89, died peacefully in her sleep on Saturday morning, June 1, 2024 at her home inLancaster, CA . Her daughter, Max, and husband, James, were at her bedside at the time.May was born in Salt Lake City, Utah in May, 1935. She moved with her family to Buena Park,California in 1943 and has lived in CA since...