Obituaries for the Lancaster, CA Area

Jun 19, 2017

Patricia M. Wilson, age 69, passed away June 19, 2017, at her home. She was born on March 12, 1948 in Burbank, California. Patty lived in Oklahoma, Nebraska, Japan, and Colorado, before retiring in California. She was a civilian operator for the government for over twenty years. Patty enjoyed scrap booking, traveling, and spending time with her family. She always...

Jun 18, 2017

On June 18, 2017, Lupe V. Caballero peacefully entered eternal life, at home surrounded by loving family members. She was born in February 1922, in Nacozari, Mexico and immigrated as a child to Douglas, Arizona. She assumed her lifelong, selfless care-giving quality early on when, at the age of 17, she became orphaned and accepted responsibility for her three younger...

Jun 17, 2017

Jun 14, 2017

Diane Jeanine Jepsen – Sorensen, was met at the gates to Heaven by her Grandson Jason Sorensen to see her Lord and Savior on June 14, 2017. Born May 30, 1941 in Vermillion South Dakota to proud parents LaVern Hans Jepsen and Darlene Lorraine Larson-Jepsen. Wife and best friend of 56 years, LuVern Sorensen. Survived by her mother, Darlene Jepsen...

Jun 13, 2017

There is so much to share about Liza. She liked her 7/11 Cocoa Cola Slurpees, watching The Walking Dead, horror movies, everything Dia De Los Muertos and Star Wars. Liza enjoyed driving muscle cars and has owned a Camaro, Challenger, Jeep, Mustang and ended up with a beautiful black convertible Fiat. As many of you know, Liza was a professional...

Jun 11, 2017

Randy was born in Barstow, CA but was a life time resident of the Antelope Valley. He is survived by his wife Diana, daughter Sarah, stepsons Mike and Rob Pepin, daughter in law Joanna Pepin and Andrea Mason; as well as 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. For all who knew Randy and if he touched your life in any...

Jun 11, 2017

Wayne passed away peacefully June 11, 2017. Wayne was born November 18, 1954 to Walter and Myra Fujioka in Yokosuka, Japan. He is survived by his wife, Mi Sun, and his son, Christopher, and his brothers Larry, Michael, Edward, and Walter. Wayne spend his entire life in and around the military. He grew up as a child in the army...

Jun 3, 2017

Michael Ryan Uriarte, 28 of Palmdale, California He was born in Redondo Beach, California on June 21, 1988 Passed peacefully June 3, 2017. Michael had a passion for music and loved to play the drums and was known by his quick wit and ability to make people laugh hysterically. He followed his father's footsteps and became a great car salesman...

May 31, 2017

Raymond Anthony Aguina (Gilliam), 22, of Lancaster, CA was taken from us on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 in a tragic car accident. He was born on December 26, 1994 to parents Paul and Stacey Aguina. He attended West Side Union School District all throughout his elementary and high school years. His passions included hanging out with his big family and...

May 31, 2017

Lancaster- Cathy Kaplan, a long-time resident of the Antelope Valley, passed away Wednesday the 31st of May in the home of her family. Born in 1951 in Santa Monica, CA, Cathy loved the beach and graduated from Venice High School. After starting her family in California, she moved to Oregon for several years, later returning to California to reside in...

May 29, 2017

May 21, 2017

Patrick Martin Holt, 63, passed away at home on May 21, 2017. Born to Donald and Kathleen Holt on January 4, 1954 at Queen of Angels Hospital, Los Angeles, CA. He is survived by his brothers Michael and sister-in-law, Janet, and brother Kevin and sister-in-law Christine. He is also survived by his wife of 28 years, Barbra and their three...

May 20, 2017

Please help Chris's family by going to: https://www.gofundme.com/in-memory-of-christopher-flanagan All extra proceeds will be donated to a charity in Chris's name.

May 16, 2017

May 14, 2017

James M. Wilhelm passed away on May 14, 2017. He was the widower of Evalyn "Tottie" Wilhelm. He worked for Lockheed Martin for over 40 years. James belonged to St. Junipero Serra Parish and was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. He is survived by his children, Jason Wilhelm, spouse Jamie Wilhelm and daughter Melissa Yergensen, spouse William...

May 14, 2017

Dawn was a member of Grace Chapel in Lancaster and for many years she participated at Desert Haven Workshop. She also participated in the Special Olympics and was an outstanding athlete in field and track, winning many first place medals. Dawn also enjoyed water skiing on Pine Flat Lake while vacationing with her family. She loved shopping (especially for jewelry),...

May 13, 2017

Kay Smith, a long time resident of Lancaster, California, was born December 29, 1922 in Council Bluffs, Iowa and entered into Heaven on May 13, 2017 in Sylmar, California. She is now with her beloved husband, Floyd Smith. She leaves behind four daughters: Charlotte Morgan of Oklahoma, Faye (Gary) Johnston of Palmdale, California, Linda Smith of Lancaster, California. Sharon Johnson...

May 10, 2017

Helen Gabriel Meenan Calande died peacefully on May 10, 2017 in Lancaster. Helen was born December 3, 1931, to Patrick and Elizabeth Meenan in Derry, Northern Ireland. Her father was a prominent Derry politician who served as an Alderman for the City of Derry for decades. Helen left home at 16 to live in London, England, where she worked as...

May 4, 2017

Michael Lee Smith was born in San Diego, Ca to the late, Paula Lee Lamberth and Kenneth Neal Smith, on Dec. 14, 1959. Michael Lee, passed away suddenly, from natural causes on May 4, 2017 at his home, surrounded by his family. Affectionately known as Honey, Dad, Mike, Michael Lee and Bapa, he spent his childhood, school years and early...

Apr 20, 2017

Candy Haendle passed away 04/20/2017. Candy left behind 3 daughters, Jennifer Yates, Joyce Yates and Jacqueline Grapentine and grandchildren. Service will be May 5th at 10 am at Halley Olsen Murphy Funerals & Cremations followed by a graveside service at 1:30 pm at Joshua Memorial Park in Lancaster.