Recent Obituaries in Long Beach

August 1, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we grieve the passing of our beloved mother, Maria Luisa "Mars" Sanico, who departed from this world on August 1, 2024, at the age of 80. Mars was a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, cousin and friend, and her loss leaves a void that can never be filled.

Born on April 2,...

July 29, 2024

Marjorie Elizabeth Hoppe , loving and caring wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed from this world at home in Long Beach, California, on Monday, July 29, 2024, at the age of 98.

She was born to Paul and Katherine Levengood on January 24, 1926, in Washington, D.C., moving to Los Angeles with...

July 28, 2024

Divinia Quintana Maramba of Lakewood, California, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 28, 2024 surrounded by her family, after an ongoing battle with cancer. Born on October 21, 1953 in Manila, Philippines, Divinia was the daughter of Benito and Amparo Quintana.

She attended Immaculate Heart of Mary College and graduated from Centro Escolar University in the Philippines...

July 26, 2024

Eileen Marsac, 72, passed away on July 26, 2024, in Long Beach, CA. She was born on January 11, 1952, in Santa Maria, CA. She graduated from Jordan High School in 1970.

Eileen was truly one of a kind. The life of the party, as well as the best party planner ever. Her generosity, kindness and compassion...

July 23, 2024

Lorena Gonzalez Galvan was born to Ofelia and Ramon Gonzalez on August 10th, 1972 in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. At the age of 5, Lorena immigrated to the U.S. with her family and grew up in Long Beach, CA with her four younger siblings.

Lorena went on to graduate from Polytechnic High School. Lorena then joined...

July 20, 2024

Catherine (Cathy) Ann Gillespie Walker passed away in the late hours of July 20, 2024, at the age of 74. She was born in Long Beach to Evelyn and Lawrence Gillespie on May 19, 1950.

Cathy grew up in Long Beach with her older brother Ron and younger sister Linda. She attended and graduated from both Long...

July 20, 2024

Joette (Jody) Margaret Davis Jones Gambs passed away at home on July 20, 2024 at the age of 83. She was born to Sydney and Margaret Davis on October 19, 1940.

Jody grew up in Long Beach and earned a degree in Elementary Education at the University of Arizona. She met her future husband, Pat...

July 15, 2024

Bruce Cady Hungerford, 74, of Long Beach, California, passed away on July 15, 2024.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Willard Hungerford. He is survived by his wife; his sons, Taylor, Trevor, Chase, and Spencer; their wives; six grandchildren; and a host of loving friends and relatives.

Bruce's passion for soccer...

July 9, 2024

Joel Roberts passed away in the company of his son on July 9th, 2024. He joins his mother, brothers Robert, Jerry, William, and his sister Judy. He is survived by his children, Rene, Laura, Mark, Matthew, and Carrie, and by his grandchildren, Austin, Matt, Elijah, Logan, and Michael. He was preceded in death by his oldest son, Michael.

July 7, 2024

Lorraine P. Woodhouse was born September 3, 1929, and passed away peacefully on July 7, 2024.

Lorraine was a crossing guard for 20 years for the Long Beach Police Department and was an active member of Calvary Chapel of Downey for 40 years. She was an active member of Covenant Keepers and was also involved...

July 7, 2024

Theresa Irma Sandoval entered this life in St. Louis, Missouri on April 17th, 1945 to Franklin and Rose Roeder. She was one of three daughters that included her sisters Jeanette and Edna. She attended St. Alphonsus Catholic School and graduated in 1963. As a single mother to Steven Sr., she continued her education at St. Louis Community College where...

July 7, 2024

Paul John Harenski was born on November 1, 1935, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He passed away peacefully on July 7, 2024. He was born to parents John Harry Harenski and Louise Marie Harenski along with his brother Jack in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and grew up in Herminie, Pennsylvania. He attended Sewickley Township Elementary and High School where he played football and...

July 4, 2024

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July 1, 2024

Keith Edward Perkins, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on July 1, 2024, of natural causes at his home in Long Beach, California. Keith was 83 years old.

He was born March 17, 1941, in Los Angeles to Everett and Doris Perkins. His youthful hobbies were surfing and restoring classic cars. He was also an avid...

June 30, 2024

Donald “Don” Andrew Lee passed away peacefully and joined God and his Angels on Sunday, June 30, 2024. He was surrounded by his family during his transition to heaven.

Donald was born on September 17, 1931 and lived a blessed life to the age of 92 years old. He was born and raised in Baraboo, Wisconsin to...

June 27, 2024

June 25, 2024

Phillip J. Saumur passed away on June 25, 2024, in Long Beach, CA. Phillip was born in Grand Forks, ND. His father, Joseph, moved to California to get a job. Phillip moved to Bellflower, CA with his mother, Agnes and younger sister, Carole once his father was permanently employed. After finishing second grade, his family moved to a house...

June 14, 2024

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June 8, 2024

Morris Bernile Buffington died at the age of 93 on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at Long Beach Memorial Hospital, Long Beach, CA.

Morris was born in Safford Arizona to Bernile Taylor Buffington and Beulah Ann Morrison. He was the oldest brother to: Clara Rose, Howard J, Fay, Sharon Ann, Jerry, Thomas, and Donald.

He met...

June 7, 2024

After providing many years of joy and laughter, Randall “Randy” Edward Means of Long Beach, California, age 74, left this world, assured the yarns he spun would live on forever. Randy passed away on June 7, 2024 after a sudden illness. He was surrounded by his three children, who retold his stories and jokes at his bedside.

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