Recent Obituaries in Long Beach

Serving Long Beach, CA and Surrounding Areas

Shari Lynn Gordon

Shari Lynn Gordon

November 12, 2025

Writing an obituary for your mom who still had so much life in her and more life to live has been incredibly difficult. There just aren’t words or the right words to describe such a firey soul that created so many memories. We (her children) are in the process of creating a video to try to add more of a...

Richard Donald McBride

Richard Donald McBride

November 11, 2025

 (Hebrews 13:16)

And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.

Richard (Dick) McBride of Long Beach, CA passed away on November 11, 2025 at the age of 90, having lived a rich full life in service to others. God is indeed pleased and has welcomed him home.

Richard was born to Leo...

Cleo Long Smith

Cleo Long Smith

November 9, 2025

"My dear sweet ornery as heck and always fun aunt Genni. The world had Phyllis Diller, Lucille Ball, and Carol Burnett. We also had Aunt Genni in that arena."

"Your Mom was always so nice to me and I felt like she was a safe space when I didn't always have that at home."

"I am so sorry to hear the passing...

Donna Louise Bree

Donna Louise Bree

November 9, 2025

Donna Louise Bree, a radiant soul born on December 1, 1946, in Evanston, Illinois, departed this world on November 9, 2025, in Lakewood, California, after bravely facing the challenges posed by Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy. She was a loving daughter, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother whose warmth and humor left an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing...

Maria Hernandez Martinez

Maria Hernandez Martinez

November 7, 2025

Maria de Jesus Hernandez Martinez, 92, died November 7, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family.



She was born January 9, 1933 in Ixtlan del Rio, Nayarit, Mexico, the fifth of nine children born to Maria de Jesus Gomez and Librado Hernandez Gonzalez.

Maria’s early childhood was filled with joy and security in Rosario, Sinaloa, Mexico. She attended daily Mass with...

Don Calvin Fishering

Don Calvin Fishering

November 5, 2025

Don Calvin “Whiskers” Fishering, 91, of La Habra, California, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025 after a courageous battle with mesothelioma. Born on December 24, 1933 in San Bernardino, Don lived a life defined by integrity, devotion, and service to others.

A proud member of the Naval Reserves, Don built a distinguished career as a machinist for the Department of...

Roy Earl Fowler

Roy Earl Fowler

November 3, 2025

Private services being held

Stephanie Kay Behne

Stephanie Kay Behne

October 30, 2025

The world lost a bright light with the passing of Stephanie Kay Behne on October 30, 2025. While the loss is immeasurable, we find comfort in the beautiful life she lived and the endless love she shared.

Being a wife, mother, sister, aunt, auntie, grandma, GG, cousin and dear lifelong friend was her most cherished and rewarding heartfelt pleasures in life.

Stevie...

Eric Michael Graham

Eric Michael Graham

October 18, 2025

 Eric Michael Graham, of Long Beach, California, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 18th, 2025. He was 47 years old.

Born to Karen Graham and the late Bruce Graham on February 6th, 1978, Eric was a 1996 graduate of Millikan High School. His academic journey continued to Long Beach City College, followed by Cal State, Long Beach, where...

Guadalupe Torres Ruiz

Guadalupe Torres Ruiz

October 17, 2025

Guadalupe Torres Ruiz

May 8, 1929 to October 17, 2025

Guadalupe Torres Ruiz, of Cerritos, California, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, at age of 96.

Guadalupe, also known as “Lupe” was born May 8, 1929 in San Jose, California. She was the eldest of seven children born to Anselmo and Santos Torres, who as young children immigrated to the United States...

William Harold Holsted

William Harold Holsted

October 7, 2025

William Harold Holsted, a beloved husband, devoted father, proud grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025. Born in the quiet town of Mountain View, Oklahoma, on September 9, 1932, Harold’s life was a shining example of integrity, kindness, and unwavering dedication to those he loved.

As a husband, Harold was a steadfast and tender partner—his love for...

Frank Pryor Wallace

Frank Pryor Wallace

October 5, 2025

PRIVATE SERVICES

Cloyed "Ron" Penrod

Cloyed "Ron" Penrod

October 1, 2025

Cloyed Ronald Penrod was born March 25, 1934, to Cloyed Arnold and Rhea Jenkins Penrod in Provo, Utah. Ron had an older brother, William James, and a younger sister, Patricia.

Ron played basketball and ran track competitively in high school. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy. Ron served 11 years in the Navy from 1952-1963, serving aboard submarines...

Steven Lee Glavinich

Steven Lee Glavinich

September 24, 2025

Steven Lee Glavinich, 81, of Cerritos, Calif., passed away at home following a long illness on September 24, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Carole; a brother, Dennis; a sister, Nicki; and a number of cherished cousins, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his loving son, Steven; his parents, Nick and Ivy Glavinich; and his sister,...

Helen S. Gray

Helen S. Gray

September 22, 2025

Helen S, Gray passed away Sept 22, 2025 the day after her 102nd birthday. Helen is survived by her daughter, Janice. Her sisters Lupe and Mary as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was described as the energizer bunny, always moving, always doing and will be dearly missed.