Recent Obituaries in Long Beach

February 21, 2022

Juan Andrés Meza Hernández nació el 24 de Junio del 1970 en Tijuana B.C. México. Hijo de Andrés Meza Pérez y Tomasa Hernández de Meza. Lo sobreviven, su esposa Maria Jordan, hijo Andrés Meza, su mamá Tomasa Soto, hermanos Beatriz Braxton, Carlos Soto, Daniela Soto, Ricardo Soto y sobrinos y sobrinas.

De niño le decían “El Topo”,...

February 21, 2022

Don Maxwell

Born April 30, 1928

Called Home To The Lord February 21, 2022

Don was born in Stephen, Minnesota. He was the middle child – number 4 of 7 children – to John Maxwell and Clara Maxwell. He grew up very poor. When he wasn’t at school or doing chores, he loved...

February 19, 2022

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February 18, 2022

We are saddened to announce that our mother, Barbara Lee (neé Nay) Gleason, has passed away Friday, February 18, 2022. She had been living with Alzheimer’s for about 10 years and in a care facility for the last three. She was 88 years of age.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association...

February 16, 2022

Teresa M Florez was born in Los Angeles, CA on April 13, 1963, the Glorious Saturday before Easter. She was raised in Long Beach, CA and settled in Lakewood, CA when her children were born. She took great pride in the amazing adults she raised, Amanda Slater Tirre and Christopher (Emily) Higgins. She is also survived by her grandson...

February 15, 2022

It is with extreme sadness we announce the passing of our sweet mother, Dona Mary Centanni, on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend to many, and will be greatly missed.

She was born in Badger, South Dakota on January 30, 1934 to Leo and Marguerite Weidenkopf. She was the...

February 12, 2022

It is with deep sorrow that the family of Carl Capitano announces his passing on February 12, 2022, at Lakewood Regional Medical Center.

Carl’s love of life doesn’t come to an end with his death. Carl passed away Saturday, February 12th at the young age of 55. All his loved ones will continue to honor...

February 11, 2022

Linda Mary Cooper was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Born and raised in Long Beach, CA. Linda left this world suddenly on February 11th at age 73.

Linda is survived by her loving parents, Clark James and Margaret Anne Valentine, her devoted husband Donald Cooper, children Aaron and Abby, grandchildren...

February 8, 2022

Our Mother, Leonor Zendejas Flores, at the age of 86 was reunited with her loving mother, Felicidad M. Garcia, husband Bienvenido Flores of Puerto Rico, daughter Rosa M. Salcedo, grandson Ricky Flores Jr., and great granddaughter Aniya Flores.  She went to them peacefully in her sleep.

Leonor was born February 20, 1935, in San Antonio, Texas. She...

February 8, 2022

James “Jim” Robert Adam son of Robert Joseph Adam and Patricia Ann Johnson Adam was born on June 3, 1964 in Burbank, Ca. He attended Horace Mann Elementary School, Jefferson Jr. High, and Wilson High School all in Long Beach, Ca. He was a member of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in Belmont Shore in Long Beach, Ca.

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February 8, 2022

Ruperto P. Garcia, 70, peacefully passed away from natural cause after receiving his final blessings, on February 08, 2022.

Survived by his wife, Andrea, children Gerardo Martin and Michelle Liza Marie, grandchildren, Madeleine Lana, and Calyssa Makaela.

He was an only child.

He attended Colegio de San Juan de Letran for his Secondary...

February 8, 2022

George W. Smay III, 77 of Paramount, California passed away on February 8, 2022. Visitation will be at 10:00 AM on Friday, February 18, 2022 at St. Pancratius Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM immediately following visitation. George W. Smay III was born in Gary, Indiana to George and Anne Smay on September 21, 1944. He...

January 31, 2022

Ed passed away peacefully January 31, 2022 at age 94 surrounded by his loving family. Ed was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He is survived by daughters Linda Jessner (Maury) and Terri Eggers (Fiancé Tom). Grandchildren Mike Jessner ( Van), Tracy Hale (Mike), Jason Eggers ( Katie), Heather McGee (Sean). He was blessed  to enjoy his...

January 28, 2022

Michael (Mike) Allen Durst, 74, passed away on January 28th, 2022 from unexpected heart failure due to complications from Covid-19. Even though a failing heart took him away from this world, his loving heart left a beacon of light for all in his circle of influence.

Mike is survived by his beloved wife, Carolyn. He was the...

January 28, 2022

Sheila Jean Kawamura age 74 of Lakewood, CA

Sheila was born in Ripley Tennessee on August 17, 1947 and passed away on January 28,2022. She has been set free to be with her late husband, Chester, and will celebrate their 52 nd anniversary on Valentines Day. Together they had 4 children Joey, Ruben, Dana, and Anita. Her...

January 26, 2022

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January 24, 2022

Stephanie M. Morris

Born April 29, 1986, passed away January 24, 2022.  Survived by her Father, Lance “Ty” Morris, and wife Sharon; her Mother, Denise Bell, and husband Craig; and Brother, Adam T. Morris. Grandparents Barbara Morris, James and Linda Ruth, and Brenda Ruth Moreland.  Also survived by Uncles and Aunts, James B. Ruth, and Christie and...

January 23, 2022

Jacqueline “Jacque” Sue Strange, age 62, left her earthly life on January 23, 2022, of cardiac arrest after a sudden bout with COVID-19. Jacque was an amazing and devoted mother, grandmother, and sister.

Jacque was born on April 27, 1959, to David and Frances Oldham. Although born in Paragould, AR, Jacque was a native Southern Californian living...

January 23, 2022

Deanna was a wonderful and loving wife and mother.  She always helped when she could and put her family and friends first.  She was happy, funny, and kind.  She loved to cook, eat, and spend time with her family and friends.  She never had a bad thing to say about anyone.  She loved to bowl, rescue dogs, and was...

January 22, 2022

Evelyn Beck Thompson, 85, of Lakewood, California, reunited with our Heavenly Father and her beloved husband on January 22, 2022.

Evelyn was born on May 31, 1936 to Grace and Cyril Beck in Salt Lake City, UT. She was the 5th of 7 children.

After graduating from Tintic High School in 1954, she came to...