Recent Obituaries in Long Beach

October 24, 2026

Fannie “Fofi” Zaharias Daly March 9, 1928 – October 24, 2026

Fannie (Fotini) Zaharias Daly, lovingly known as “Fofi,” passed away peacefully on October 24, 2026, in Long Beach, California, at the age of 98. She was born on March 9, 1928, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Alexander and Rozalia Zaharias.

Fannie graduated from West High School in Salt Lake City...

September 8, 2026

Barbara Ann Schorr ~ born Barbara Ann Maze was born to Norman and Barbara Maze on July 31, 1931, along with her twin sister Elizabeth. Two weeks later her mother passed away in the hospital. Barbara and Elizabeth were raised by their paternal grandmother in Fresno, Ca. In 8th grade, Barbara’s sister, Elizabeth, passed away from Rheumatic Fever, and the...

October 3, 2026

JANICE YOUNG

Devoted Mother, Creator, and Friend

Janice Kuipers Young, 75, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026. Born in Everett, Washington, she was the second of seven children born to Ivan and Shirley Kuipers. Her early years were spent in California, where she attended the Christian Reformed Church and developed friendships that would last a lifetime.

Through the Worldwide Church of God,...

October 16, 2026

August 23, 1970 - October 16, 2026

Joseph Matthew Farrell passed away on October 16, 2026 at St. Mary's Hospital in Long Beach, CA.

Joseph was born and raised in Long Beach. He was the youngest of Joseph and Barbara Farrell's seven children.

During Joe's lifetime he touched many hearts with his charming personality. Joe graduated from the special education program at Millikan...

September 19, 2026

Pamela Ann Mallon



December 3, 1949 – September 19, 2026



It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pamela Ann Mallon, who passed away peacefully and entered into Heaven on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

Pam was born in Los Angeles on December 3, 1949, to Dr. Laurence Van Hale and Winifred Van Hale. She was the second of three children...

October 1, 2026

Elaine Marie DeBilzan, 83, passed away peacefully of natural causes on October 1, 2026, in San Pedro, California.  She was a devoted mother, sister, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched everyone who knew her.

Elaine was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles DeBilzan; her brother, Edward Lopez; and her sister, Gloria Martinez.

She is survived by her children, Renee...

October 15, 2026

Cynthia Yvonne Higgins was born on April 25, 1962, in Long Beach, California. From an early age, Cynthia displayed an active spirit and a love of athletics, participating in track and field at Hughes Junior High School. She later attended Poly High School in Long Beach.

At the age of 17, Cynthia answered the call to serve her country by joining...

October 10, 2026

Tracey Felton Dodds passed away on October 10, 2026, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of love, strength, courage, professional achievement, and an adventurous spirit that touched the lives of all who knew her.

Born on December 5, 1956, in New York City to Lester and Bernadette “Bunny” Felton, Tracey moved with her family to Worcester, Massachusetts, at an early age. She...

October 7, 2026

Milagros Regala

September 19, 1930

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Milagros Regala, a caring and devoted mother of 10 (Trinidad, Rodolfo, Rodrigo, Alicia, Felicito, Virginia, Consuelo, Esperanza, Jonathan and Nanette) and a grandmother of 12 grandchildren (Rommel, Reniel, Debbie, Raphy, Cathy, Christian, JJ, Alain, Alan, Vance, Crystal and Brian) and 6 great grandchildren (Ula, Aciel, Solstice,...

September 26, 2026

Doris Jean Fearneyhough, born on July 23, 1931 in Lynnville, Illinois, passed away on September 26, 2026 in Cerritos, California at the age of 95. She grew up on a farm before marrying Richard Nash, who preceded her in death. Together they raised three children, Corinne, Lyndell, and David in Southern California, where Doris balanced work and family life with...

September 19, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and so much love that we share the passing of Estella Martinez, a remarkable woman whose life was defined by service, creativity, loyalty, and an extraordinary love for the people and animals around her.

Estella dedicated much of her career to protecting and serving her community. She retired from the Long Beach Police Department after twenty-nine...

September 19, 2026

Mary Poissant, age 66 passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026, at Los Alamitos Hospital in Los Alamitos, California.  Her beloved husband, Dan, was right by her side holding her hand when she passed.

She was born on August 7, 1960, in Lynwood, California, at Saint Francis Hospital, the beloved daughter of the late Angelo and Adelina Cassiadoro.  She was also...

September 9, 2026

Tom Blake was born in St. Louis, Missouri on Dec. 15, 1934. In his younger years he lived in Denver, CO and Memphis, TN. After his family moved to Long Beach, California, he attended St. Anthony High School where he met his wife, Marty. They went on to share 67 wonderful years of marriage, building a life filled with family,...

September 6, 2026

Michelle Lee Serb, 45, of Long Beach, California, passed away at her home on September 6, 2026. She was an amazing mother, a fearless big sister, a loving aunt, loyal daughter and dog mom. Her presence will be deeply missed and never forgotten.Michelle was born on December 26, 1980 in Long Beach California to Dorothy Costine and Paul Hughes. Michelle...

August 31, 2026

John Gerard Mary Garvey, 71, was born in Galway, Ireland, on November 13th, 1954, to Thomas and Nora Garvey and died surrounded by his wife and children, in Orange, California, on August 31 2026. He leaves behind his wife Shelagh, daughter Meghan and spouse Carter, daughter Erin, son Brian and spouse Deanna, daughter Caitlin and spouse Ian. And was known...

August 29, 2026

August 27, 2026

Luis Fernando Lozano was born February 29th, 1948, in Colombia to Macias and Ana Maria Lozano passed away on August 27th, 2026, in California. He is survived by his spouse Margaret and three children and three grandchildren.

August 27, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Gundelina N. Rivo

“Nena”

March 28, 1945 – August 27, 2026

Gundelina N. Rivo, lovingly known as “Nena,” passed away peacefully at her home in Long Beach, California, on August 27, 2026, at the age of 81.

Born on March 28, 1945, in Cayungnan, Agno, Pangasinan, Philippines, Gundelina was the beloved daughter of Modesto Navata and Juanita Navata. She grew up...

August 22, 2026

Sean Dennis Donegan was born on May 14, 1962, in Long Beach, CA. He passed away on August 22, 2026, in Long Beach, CA. He grew up in Long Beach and lived in El Dorado Park Estates during his childhood, spending his entire life in the city of Long Beach. He started his career in construction and also worked as...

August 15, 2026

Karen Marie Murphy

2/4/63-8/15/26

It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of our beloved Karen Marie Murphy. Born on 2/4/63, she left this Earth and was guided to Heaven on 8/15/26 by her loving parents who preceded her. We can only imagine the welcome she received, surrounded by love and God's glory. Karen was the 11th of 14th...