Recent Obituaries in Long Beach

Feb 17, 2025

James J. Krupa Born in Cleveland, Ohio, October 11th, 1946 – February 17th, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jim Krupa, who passed away peacefully in his home on February 17th, 2025, at the age of 78. Jim was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and was raised alongside...

Feb 16, 2025

Robert Alan Hanson, known to many as “Coach Bob,” passed away February 16, 2025. He was born April 15,1949. Bob was the son of Kenneth Paul Hanson and Betty Marie Herrick. Following his parent’s brief marriage, Bob’s mother subsequently married a number of servicemen, resulting in Bob attending 19 different schools from elementary through high school. When Bob was...

Feb 13, 2025

Teresa de Jesus Ramos was born on October 15, 1953, in her beloved Chilapa, Nayarit—a place she held dear to her heart until the very end. She was a woman of immense strength, resilience, and determination, a true warrior who faced life’s hardships with unwavering courage.

Throughout her life, Teresa worked tirelessly, always putting her family first....

Feb 10, 2025

Dale Eugene Mitchell was born to James and Hilda on February 2, 1940 in Pipestone, Minnesota. He passed away in Long Beach on February 10, 2025, one week after his 85th birthday.

He is survived by his 2 daughters Katherine and Lori, his grandson Nathan, and his granddaughter Emily.

Dale was the youngest of 3...

Feb 7, 2025

Robert Stephen Kasper was born on February 3rd, 1941 in Philadelphia, PA. He passed away peacefully on February 7th, 2025. He was born to parents Joseph and Eleanor Kasper. After finishing his early education in Philadelphia he attended Villanova University and obtained his Bachelors in Accounting. He then became a CPA and had a successful career as an accountant...

Feb 5, 2025

Michael Paul Blasetti, (aka “Mikey”, “Big Mike”, “Long Beach Mike”) 42, passed away on February 5, 2025, in Long Beach, California. Born on May 10, 1982, in Long Beach, Mike lived a life filled with curiosity, passion, and an unyielding drive to explore the world around him.

An entrepreneur at heart, Mike had an innate ability to...

Feb 2, 2025

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Jan 30, 2025

Richard “Ricky” Patrick Lugan passed away on January 30, 2025 in Lancaster CA at age 64.

Ricky was born in Harbor City on September 30, 1960, the youngest of four boys.

He is survived by his brothers Edward (Olga)  Alex (Susan) and Robert ( Martha). His mother, Lillian Lugan Klotz and his father Ralph Lugan...

Jan 30, 2025

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Jan 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of Melody Kaye Folck

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Melody Kaye Folck, lovingly known as “Lolo” and “Auntie Wo” to those who cherished her. Melody was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Godmother, Great Aunt, Great-Great Aunt, and Friend whose kindness, resilience, and unwavering love left a lasting impact on everyone who...

Jan 26, 2025

Ceasar Del-Rio

February 14, 1955 – January 26, 2025

Ceasar Del-Rio was a loving husband, father of 5, and grandfather of 6.  He held on firmly to his strong Christian beliefs for all of his nearly 70 years.  While his early life may have been complicated, he remained focused on a very specific goal through...

Jan 21, 2025

With heavy hearts we mourn the passing of Harriet Lee Butler, who passed peacefully in her sleep on January 21, 2025. Born November 15, 1936 in Fargo, ND, to Moe and Anne Reitbord, graduating from Fargo High, and attending University of Minn., Lee lived an active and vibrant life, passionately pursuing many interests.

Growing up she enjoyed...

Jan 18, 2025

Margaret Louise Kirby (Peggy) , 80, passed away at her home on January 18, 2025. She was a loving sister, aunt, friend, and teacher.

Born in Montebello, California at Beverly Hospital on June 13, 1944, Peggy was the daughter of Leroy and Mary Donna Kirby. As a young teen and into her early 20’s, she...

Jan 17, 2025

Donald E. Oliver , 94, of Lakewood, California, passed away on January 17, 2025 at Ivy Park Assisted living in La Palma, California, after a period of declining health.

Donald Earl Oliver was born August 30, 1930 in Sandpoint, Idaho, the son of Earl and Bonnie  Oliver (nee Hohn). He went to school in Colburn...

Jan 15, 2025

Mariann Dulcich, a native of San Pedro, passed away at the age of 96 on January 15, 2025, in Los Alamitos, California, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony; her parents, Ivan and Phyllis Pakusich; her sister, Helen Pakusich; and her grandson, Wade Mull. Mariann is survived by her brother,...

Jan 14, 2025

Courtney “Corey” Ian Hammond was born on March 19, 1968, in Long Beach, California to Marshall and Camilla Hammond. He passed away on January 14, 2025, in Lakewood, California.

Corey grew up in Long Beach with his parents and brothers Ric and Brenden. He had many childhood memories of running the street on big-wheels and bikes, digging...

Jan 13, 2025

ANNA FAY HUTCHENS

March 28, 1929 - January 13, 2025

Anna Fay Schwietert was born on March 28, 1929 in High Hill, Missouri to her loving parents Walter and Flora Schwietert. She often reminisced about her childhood on the farm, eating homegrown food, doing farm chores, and watching the baby animals as they grew. Fay...

Jan 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our mother, Mary Louise Nix, age 92, at her home in San Jacinto, CA, formally of Hawaiian Gardens, CA, on January 11, 2025.

Mary was born on August 14, 1932 in Greensburg, PA as the middle child of three girls to James and Margaret Bierer...

Jan 10, 2025

In loving memory of Linda Rosenlof

Guileless is a word the loved ones of Linda Rosenlof would use to describe her because her actions during her exemplary life aligned with her attributes of integrity, responsibility, loyalty, patience, forgiveness, kindness, and selfless service. Linda -- a beloved wife, mother, sister, niece, cousin, friend, and co-worker -- passed away...

Jan 10, 2025

Frank Charles Sharkany , born October 24, 1953, passed away on January 10, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. A man of unwavering dedication and integrity, Frank led a life marked by service, adventure, and an enduring commitment to his family, faith, and community. Frank was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, where he...