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Kathleen Marie Martz
Feb 2, 1947 - May 21, 2026
Kathleen Marie “Kate” Martz passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, in Lakewood, California, at the age of 79. Kate was born on February 2, 1947, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At a young age, she moved with her family to Lakewood, California, where she would spend the rest of her life and proudly call home…
Robert Joseph Dutil
Mar 13, 1942 - May 16, 2026
Robert Joseph Dutil, 84, of Lakewood, California, passed away on May 16, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, veteran, and respected professional, Robert lived a life marked by intelligence, compassion, and unwavering determination. Robert proudly served his country as a Vietnam Veteran, carrying with him a deep sense of duty and resilience…
Sharon Jeanette Costley
Nov 27, 1940 - Apr 23, 2026
Sharon J. Costley, 85, passed peacefully on April 23rd, 2026. She was the daughter of Vernon and Luttie Kinder. She was an alumnus of Jordan High School in Long Beach where she spent her life devoted to her family, whom she loved deeply. In her life, she was never without a furry friend.…
Donald Ray Wills
Jun 14, 1970 - Mar 11, 2026
Donald Ray Wills, 55, passed away on Wednesday, March the 11th of 2026 in Long Beach, CA. Donald, who preferred to go by Don to many of his family and friends is the son of the late Mae Evans and Matthew Wills and was born on the 14th of June, 1970 in Hopkinsville, KY. …
Ruth Quimzon Linzaga
Sep 5, 1936 - Mar 9, 2026
Ruth “Lola Lou” Quimzon Linzaga, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion to family. She was born on September 5, 1936, in Olongapo City, Philippines, to her parents Simforoso and Quirina Quimzon, alongside her siblings Violeta De Guzman, Flor Poblete, Abner Quimzon,…
Elisabeth “Lisa” McMahon Moore
Jun 23, 1950 - Feb 27, 2026
Elisabeth McMahon Moore, 75, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, at her home in Long Beach, California. Lisa was born on June 23, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan. A lifelong learner with a heart for service, Lisa’s academic journey was marked by a deep commitment to the nursing profession. She earned her…
Linda Patricia Sargeant-Killion
Jan 25, 1944 - Feb 10, 2026
In Loving Memory of the Queen Diva It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Patricia Sargeant-Killion, a figure of grace and enchantment. Carrying a vibrant energy, Linda drew everyone into her orbit, ensuring that no one went unnoticed, and everyone understood that a diva graced the room. Queen Diva,…
Chez Ami D.J. Veto
Dec 4, 1976 - Jan 7, 2026
We celebrate the vibrant life of Chez Ami, who departed on 1/7/2026. Chez was a force of nature, remembered for an infectious laugh and a spirit that prioritized lifting others. She poured her energy into helping everyone she met, leaving a legacy of kindness. Her light lives on through Guillermo, Genesis, Alixandria, and…
Doris Midori Takeuchi
May 7, 1942 - Dec 14, 2025
Doris Midori Takeuchi (Fukushima), age 83, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025, in Harbor City, California. Born on May 7, 1942, in Puʻunēnē, Hawaii, Doris lived a life filled with love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her family and community. Doris graduated from Maui High School and pursued further education…
Benjamin F. Barillaro
Apr 7, 1952 - Dec 6, 2025
With sad hearts and much love, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend Benjamin Barillaro, who we all knew as Ben, “Dad” and “Pop.” Ben has gone home to the Lord too soon and will be missed by all who knew him. Ben was born to Antoinette (Dagostino)…
Kathleen Marie Martz
Feb 2, 1947 - May 21, 2026
Kathleen Marie “Kate” Martz passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, in Lakewood, California, at the age of 79. Kate was born on February 2, 1947, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At a young age, she moved with her family to Lakewood, California, where she would spend the rest of her life and proudly call home…
Robert Joseph Dutil
Mar 13, 1942 - May 16, 2026
Robert Joseph Dutil, 84, of Lakewood, California, passed away on May 16, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, veteran, and respected professional, Robert lived a life marked by intelligence, compassion, and unwavering determination. Robert proudly served his country as a Vietnam Veteran, carrying with him a deep sense of duty and resilience…
Sharon Jeanette Costley
Nov 27, 1940 - Apr 23, 2026
Sharon J. Costley, 85, passed peacefully on April 23rd, 2026. She was the daughter of Vernon and Luttie Kinder. She was an alumnus of Jordan High School in Long Beach where she spent her life devoted to her family, whom she loved deeply. In her life, she was never without a furry friend.…
Donald Ray Wills
Jun 14, 1970 - Mar 11, 2026
Donald Ray Wills, 55, passed away on Wednesday, March the 11th of 2026 in Long Beach, CA. Donald, who preferred to go by Don to many of his family and friends is the son of the late Mae Evans and Matthew Wills and was born on the 14th of June, 1970 in Hopkinsville, KY. …
Ruth Quimzon Linzaga
Sep 5, 1936 - Mar 9, 2026
Ruth “Lola Lou” Quimzon Linzaga, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion to family. She was born on September 5, 1936, in Olongapo City, Philippines, to her parents Simforoso and Quirina Quimzon, alongside her siblings Violeta De Guzman, Flor Poblete, Abner Quimzon,…
Elisabeth “Lisa” McMahon Moore
Jun 23, 1950 - Feb 27, 2026
Elisabeth McMahon Moore, 75, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, at her home in Long Beach, California. Lisa was born on June 23, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan. A lifelong learner with a heart for service, Lisa’s academic journey was marked by a deep commitment to the nursing profession. She earned her…
Linda Patricia Sargeant-Killion
Jan 25, 1944 - Feb 10, 2026
In Loving Memory of the Queen Diva It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Patricia Sargeant-Killion, a figure of grace and enchantment. Carrying a vibrant energy, Linda drew everyone into her orbit, ensuring that no one went unnoticed, and everyone understood that a diva graced the room. Queen Diva,…
Chez Ami D.J. Veto
Dec 4, 1976 - Jan 7, 2026
We celebrate the vibrant life of Chez Ami, who departed on 1/7/2026. Chez was a force of nature, remembered for an infectious laugh and a spirit that prioritized lifting others. She poured her energy into helping everyone she met, leaving a legacy of kindness. Her light lives on through Guillermo, Genesis, Alixandria, and…
Doris Midori Takeuchi
May 7, 1942 - Dec 14, 2025
Doris Midori Takeuchi (Fukushima), age 83, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025, in Harbor City, California. Born on May 7, 1942, in Puʻunēnē, Hawaii, Doris lived a life filled with love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her family and community. Doris graduated from Maui High School and pursued further education…
Benjamin F. Barillaro
Apr 7, 1952 - Dec 6, 2025
With sad hearts and much love, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend Benjamin Barillaro, who we all knew as Ben, “Dad” and “Pop.” Ben has gone home to the Lord too soon and will be missed by all who knew him. Ben was born to Antoinette (Dagostino)…