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RA “Ray” Cantrell

RA “Ray” Cantrell

Jun 9, 2026

RA “Ray” Cantrell passed peacefully on June 9, 2026 in his home in Fillmore, CA. He was born on December 12, 1926 in Wilson, OK to parents Joe and Cora (Taylor) Cantrell. Ray was a US Army Veteran who served during the Korean War. Upon returning to Fillmore, he went to work in the oil fields. He married Jean Thomas...

Guadalupe Ornelas

Guadalupe Ornelas

Jun 6, 2026

Guadalupe Ornelas, 76, of Camarillo, California, passed away peacefully on June 6th, 2026 in the town she loved so much.

Born in Michoacán, Mexico, Guadalupe was the fourth eldest of 12 children. At around 25, she made the courageous decision to move to the United States, determined to build a better life for herself and her young children.

She was twice married....

Gib Sarmiento

Gib Sarmiento

May 31, 2026

Gilbert “Gib” Sarmiento passed away on May 31, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, friendship, and unforgettable memories.

Gib had a passion for life and found joy all around him. Whether he was behind the wheel or working on a car, casting a line into the water, capturing a special moment through his camera lens, or sharing a meal with...

Ruth Barragan

Ruth Barragan

May 29, 2026

Ruth Barragan, 105, of Ventura, passed away peacefully Friday, May 29, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Ruth was born October 6, 1920 in Yuma, AZ to Refugio and Santos Reyes. She moved to California with her family and grew up in the San Fernando Valley area. She married Thomas Leyva Barragan on August 5, 1945 at Guardian...

Pamela Ivy Sanchez

Pamela Ivy Sanchez

May 22, 2026

In Loving Memory of Pamela Sanchez

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Pamela Sanchez on May 22, 2026. Born on October 8th, 1955 in Detroit Michigan, Pamela left this world surrounded by her loving family—a testament to a life filled with love, warmth, and devotion.

Pamela was the cherished daughter of Jack and Cynthia, who predeceased her....

Ron Nelson

Ron Nelson

2026

Ron passed away on May 22, 2026 from complications from a heart attack. He’s survived by his wife Teresa, and sons Corey and Aaron, his siblings Sandra, Bob and Phyllis, many loving in-laws and pets Gus the cat and Linus the dog. He was born to Ruth Stokes Nelson and Robert L. Nelson in 1958 in Palo Alto, CA. He...

Haylee Alexa Craven

Haylee Alexa Craven

May 21, 2026

Forever in Our Hearts Haylee Alexa Craven

It is with heartbreaking pain that we announce the passing of Haylee Alexa Craven, who died unexpectedly on May 21, 2026 at the age of 18.

Haylee Alexa Craven was born on October 24, 2007, in Camarillo, California to her loving parents Samantha Martinez and Philip Craven. She shared a special bond with her two...

Maria Becerra

Maria Becerra

May 20, 2026

Maria del Socorro Becerra (Coquis), 67, of Ventura, California, passed away early on May 20, 2026.

Born on April 21, 1959, in Tepatitlán, Jalisco, Mexico. Maria was the daughter of the late Jose Thomas Becerra and Maria del Rosario Martin-Becerra.

Maria was known for her dedication and everlasting devotion as a wife and mother, her sense of humor and generous spirit, and...

Juana Lomeli

Juana Lomeli

May 15, 2026

Juana Lomeli Duarte, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on the evening of Friday, May 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Juana was born in San Jose del Castillo municipal El Salto Jalisco , Mexico, on March 8, 1950.

Juana had an incredibly warm and caring spirit. A devoted Catholic, she dedicated her life to loving and...

Cindy Lynn ( Maitland ) Garcia

Cindy Lynn ( Maitland ) Garcia

May 12, 2026

It is heavy in our hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Cindy. Wife of Adrian ( Chuco ) Garcia.

She leaves behind her daughter Charolette and her 2 grandchildren Liliana & Levi.

She was born to Dorothy ( Marciniak ) Maitland and her dad Leonard Maitland. She leaves behind her sister's Shirley Johnson, Linda ( Dentin ) Lowe, Tina (...

Ronald Montanez

Ronald Montanez

Apr 28, 2026

Ronald “Ronnie” Montanez was born on July 26, 1957, in Oxnard to Carmen (Romero) Montanez and Frank Montanez. Ronnie was raised in a close and loving family and was the youngest of four siblings: Eddie Montanez, Elizabeth “Doll” Montijo (Montanez), and Thomas “Tommy” Montanez.

Throughout his life, Ronnie built many lasting friendships through both his personal and professional life. Many of...

Trino Lopez Vasquez

Trino Lopez Vasquez

Apr 26, 2026

Trinidad “Trino” Lopez Vasquez, age 82, of Santa Paula, passed away peacefully on April 26th,

2026 at 1:57pm. Born on June 20, 1943, in the beautiful little town of Tendeparacua, Michoacan,

he was the son of the late Norberto Lopez and Delfina Vasquez. Trinidad embodied the warmth

and spirit of his birthplace with him throughout his life.

Though he made his home in Santa...

Freddy " Jay " Rodriguez

Freddy " Jay " Rodriguez

Apr 19, 2026

Freddy Julian Rodriguez, known as “Jay” to his close relatives was born on June 13, 2000. He passed away on April 19, 2026 and is survived by his mother, Maria, father, Freddy Sr., sister, Jazmine, and sister Yvette, among other cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.

Freddy had the pleasure of being surrounded by a large loving family. His passions included...