Recent Obituaries in Long Beach

Jun 13, 2021

KARL EDWARD KERR (May 19, 1941 – June 13, 2021)

Karl Edward Kerr was a beloved father, brother, son, friend, and partner, who loved life and was happiest when he was surrounded by his family and friends.  He was a kind and compassionate man who was quick to laugh, loved animals, and enjoyed a good...

Jun 8, 2021

Adelina Cassiadoro, 93, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at Sunrise of Huntington Beach.  She was born May 6, 1928, in Belmonte, Calabro, Italy, a daughter of Antonio and Maria Provenzano. She was preceded in death by her husband Angelo, son John, brothers Santo and Giacomo and sister Anna.

Adelina grew up on a small farm in...

Jun 7, 2021

Katie Martin passed away peacefully on Monday, June 7, 2021 at the age of 89. She was born in Long Beach, CA on March 19, 1932 and was the beloved daughter of Kenneth and Merle Crump, spending her happy childhood living in their home that sat above their business, Crump Cleaners on Anaheim and Pacific. A proud Jackrabbit, she...

Jun 4, 2021

Marie Vasalle, born Marie Therese Gunning, was born May 8, 1926, to a hard-working Irish-American family in Brooklyn, New York. The oldest of three, Marie joyfully doted on younger brothers Gerard and Mickey, and adored her father John, a firefighter who loved outrageous practical jokes and was a wonderful home chef. But her mom Norah was Marie’s lifelong role...

May 27, 2021

June Jeanette Stewart went to her heavenly home on Thursday May 27, 2021. June passed away peacefully in her home with her family and close friends by her side.

June Jeanette Willis was born on June 3 rd , 1922 to Stephen & Winona Willis in Los Angeles California. June was raised by her Grandmother & Uncle,...

May 26, 2021

Longtime Long Beach resident Ernest (Ernie) D. Greci passed away on May 26, 2021 at the age of 96. He is preceded in Death by his loving wife Sophie Greci and is survived by his 8 children: Sharon (Norman) Beko, Alan (Rena Fanucchi) Greci, John (Karla Brown) Greci, Tom (Heather McKay) Greci, Barbara (Mario) Burdick, Linda (Dan) Gannon, Cathy...

May 25, 2021

At the age of 88, Dan Kragen passed away very peacefully in his sleep on May 25th, 2021 at home. Born on July 18, 1932.

Daniel C. Kragen married Elaine on July 7th, 1955 and celebrated 64 years of marriage!

He was a special Husband, Dad, Grandpa and Great-Grandpa. They raised 3 children, Keith, Kathleen...

May 19, 2021

Charles Edwin Kuskie known as Chuck to family and friends died on May 19, 2021, at the age of 84 in Long Beach Ca. after fighting a nine-year battle with cancer.

Chuck is survived by his wife Sheila Ann after 64 years of marriage and five sons Michael, Daniel, Robert, William, and Joseph, (Rose) Kuskie, grandchildren Joshua,...

May 16, 2021

Ofelia (Chichita) Sarthou

Born on 12/9/1935 in Buenos Aires, Argentina- Deceased on 5/16/2021 in Long Beach, California.

Daughter of Ricardo Sarthou and Maria Segundina Cortez.

Beloved Mother of Ricardo & Carlos, Grandmother of Jonathan, Denise, Ashley, Braydon & Madyson as well as Great grandmother of Katelyn, Silas & Soren.

Ofelia loved...

May 15, 2021

Livingston August Sissac, Sr., our beloved son, brother, husband, father and grandfather "Poppa", was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 3,1928 to parents Lionel Joseph Sissac, Sr. and Pauline (Broyard) Sissac. Livingston or "Liv" was the tenth child out of thirteen children born to Lionel and Pauline.

Liv left school in the third grade and learned...

May 14, 2021

Margaret “Margo” Ann (Youngstrom) Chapman, 92, a longtime resident of Santa Barbara, passed away on May 14, 2021, in Long Beach, California.

Margo was born on October 20, 1928, in Alta, Iowa to Carl and Dorothy (Andre) Youngstrom and was raised on a farm near Nemaha, Iowa. She graduated with honors from Central Methodist College in Missouri...

May 14, 2021

Henry “Hank” A. Leon

Born – 11 July, 1938

Entered Rest – 14 May, 2021

Henry Anthony Leon was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Joyce Joseph Leon and Edna Albertine Blanchard. He left his mortal body on May 14, 2021, at his home in Colton, California, which he called his sanctuary. His...

May 13, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas “Tom” Robert Richardson on May 13, 2021 after a long, hard-fought battle with liver and kidney disease. He is survived by his wife of 39+ years Christine “Tina” Richardson, his children--Dominique, Christopher, and Alexandria--, his two granddaughters, one future grandbaby coming soon, and by his sister, L....

May 11, 2021

Marian Alice Thunberg Russell, passed on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at her home in Lakewood, CA. Marian was born on December 11, 1932 in Rogers, ND, as the youngest child of Martin and Helen Thunberg. She was the youngest of six children, growing up on the family farm in Rice Lake, WI. It was the Depression, and farm life...

May 10, 2021

Anastasio Martinez Jr, also known to his loved ones as “Pepe” passed away suddenly in his home in Paramount, CA on May 10, 2021 @ 10:38 pm due to a short battle with Heart Failure. Pepe leaves behind his wife and best friend of 17 years, Leticia, and his 5 beautiful children that he adored, Jazlyn, Ivan, Josh, Ariel,...

May 10, 2021

Patrick Joseph Coleman passed on 5/10/2021, surrounded by his children. Patrick was born on 7/16/1948. He resided in Lakewood, CA for most of his life. He attended St. John Bosco High School prior to serving in the United States Marine Corps. After 9 years of service, including 2 tours in Vietnam, he was honorably discharged. Patrick started a family...

May 8, 2021

A much-loved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Christina Villarin Sachuk, 95, of Bellflower, California died at 12:35 PM, Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Seal Beach Health & Rehabilitation Center after a brief illness. She was born July 24, 1925 in Paete, Philippines, to Casiano Villarin and Maura Ibanez. She was married to the late Stanley J Sachuk.  She is survived...

May 8, 2021

Throughout her 91 years, Joann Marie (Burns) Brown loved the Lord, her family, people, travel and adventure. Her final journey ended on May 8, 2021 when she peacefully went home to Jesus.

Born on October 11, 1929, Joann began her journey in Madison, Wisconsin the third child of Harry C. Burns and Johanna M. Blewett. She grew...

May 8, 2021

October 4, 1936 - May 8, 2021

Lee, Harry Walter age 84 of Palmdale, CA made his earthly transition on Saturday, May 8, 2021.

Harry was born on October 4, 1936, in Mitchell County Texas.

He served in the US Navy and was honorably discharged.

He worked at the Long Beach...

May 7, 2021

Oliva Jordan Alvillar passed away Friday, May 7, 2021, at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, due to complications from epilepsy. She was 17 years old.

Olivia was born on September 20, 2003, in Long Beach, California. Although Olivia was born with many disabilities, she overcame and accomplished so much in her short life. Olivia loved music and dancing...