Obituaries for the Lancaster, CA Area

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...

May 31, 2024

Raymond E. (Ed) Ramirez passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family after years

of living with dementia. Born in Northern California on June 25th, 1932, he graduated

from Oroville High School in 1957. After high school, he enlisted in the Navy, serving in

the Korean War aboard the USS Boxer. Ed board-tested an F4 Phantom, earning him

the nickname “Supersonic Taco”, honoring his Mexican...

May 30, 2024

May 28, 2024

Elaine Josephine Head, 85, of Quartz Hill, CA died Tuesday 05/28/24 at her residence with family by her side.Mrs. Head, who moved to the Antelope Valley in the mid-1960’s, was a longtime resident of Quartz Hill. She was born in Jennings, Missouri on August 2, 1938, the daughter of Anthony Koviak and Mildred Hoegemeier.She was a Girl Scout Leader for...

May 24, 2024

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May 13, 2024

Our beloved Lisa Ann Pharis Halfman, age 44, of Palmdale, California passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024. A service will be held on June 1 2024 at Christ our Savior Lutheran Church, 1860 Wisconsin Street, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, with pastor Connie Weiss. Service from 11:00-11:20 and fellowship from 11:20-1:30. Lisa will be cremated and buried at the Quincy Cemetery in...

May 7, 2024

Our beloved husband, father and grandfather Alfred Miller joined his lifelong copilot in eternal life on May 7, 2024 at home in Lancaster, CA.  He was born in Wasco, California on a dairy farm on September 21, 1930 to Josef and Marie Miller.  He spent his youth watching the airplanes fly over the farm while they were training during WWII...

May 7, 2024

Melinda Bach A joyful servant of the Lord was called home to heaven on Saturday, May 4, 2024.Melinda Joy Bach was born on February 11, 1980, in LaPorte, Indiana to John and Diane Goetsch. Traveling the country as an evangelist’s daughter, Melinda was a stranger to no one and always had a ready smile for everyone she met. She graduated from...

May 6, 2024

Janet HaasA loving and caring servant of the Lord was called home to heaven on Monday, May 6, 2024.Janet Clare Haas was born on February 19, 1935, in Fresno, CA to Alton and Harriet Self. Janet was a stranger to no one and always had a ready smile for everyone she met and made sure they were always welcome and...

May 6, 2024

John Ragan Vance (December 3, 1939 – May 6, 2024) passed on Monday, May 6th surrounded in love by his cherished wife and family. John was born in Ruston Louisiana to Irma and JD Vance. He graduated from West Monroe High school as an accomplished Eagle Scout. He moved to Roswell New Mexico in 1962 where he met and 6 months later married...

May 3, 2024

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Apr 20, 2024

Robert Griegg Sawyer (Bob) passed away on April 20, 2024 in Palmdale, CA at the age of 85. He passed away surrounded by his three daughters, two sons-in-law and longtime partner. He was born in Park City, UT on September 19, 1938 to Josiah Dickert Sawyer and Sarah Rosetta Christianson. He was always proud to be from Park City and had many...

Apr 18, 2024

Dr. Abayomi Adebowale Adolphus Obadeyi, a native of Oke-Odo Igbore, Abeokuta in Ogun State, Nigeria, passed away peacefully on April 18th, 2024, at the age of 74. Born on February 27th, 1950, in Ibadan, Nigeria, Dr. Obadeyi was a man of unwavering faith, discipline, and generosity. His life was a testament to the power of hard work, determination, and a...