Recent Obituaries in Long Beach

September 9, 2026

Tom Blake was born in St. Louis, Missouri on Dec. 15, 1934. In his younger years he lived in Denver, CO and Memphis, TN. After his family moved to Long Beach, California, he attended St. Anthony High School where he met his wife, Marty. They went on to share 67 wonderful years of marriage, building a life filled with family,...

September 8, 2026

Barbara Ann Schorr ~ born Barbara Ann Maze was born to Norman and Barbara Maze on July 31, 1931, along with her twin sister Elizabeth. Two weeks later her mother passed away in the hospital. Barbara and Elizabeth were raised by their paternal grandmother in Fresno, Ca. In 8th grade, Barbara’s sister, Elizabeth, passed away from Rheumatic Fever, and the...

October 3, 2026

JANICE YOUNG

Devoted Mother, Creator, and Friend

Janice Kuipers Young, 75, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026. Born in Everett, Washington, she was the second of seven children born to Ivan and Shirley Kuipers. Her early years were spent in California, where she attended the Christian Reformed Church and developed friendships that would last a lifetime.

Through the Worldwide Church of God,...

September 19, 2026

Pamela Ann Mallon



December 3, 1949 – September 19, 2026



It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pamela Ann Mallon, who passed away peacefully and entered into Heaven on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

Pam was born in Los Angeles on December 3, 1949, to Dr. Laurence Van Hale and Winifred Van Hale. She was the second of three children...

September 26, 2026

Doris Jean Fearneyhough, born on July 23, 1931 in Lynnville, Illinois, passed away on September 26, 2026 in Cerritos, California at the age of 95. She grew up on a farm before marrying Richard Nash, who preceded her in death. Together they raised three children, Corinne, Lyndell, and David in Southern California, where Doris balanced work and family life with...

September 19, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and so much love that we share the passing of Estella Martinez, a remarkable woman whose life was defined by service, creativity, loyalty, and an extraordinary love for the people and animals around her.

Estella dedicated much of her career to protecting and serving her community. She retired from the Long Beach Police Department after twenty-nine...

September 19, 2026

Mary Poissant, age 66 passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026, at Los Alamitos Hospital in Los Alamitos, California.  Her beloved husband, Dan, was right by her side holding her hand when she passed.

She was born on August 7, 1960, in Lynwood, California, at Saint Francis Hospital, the beloved daughter of the late Angelo and Adelina Cassiadoro.  She was also...

September 6, 2026

Michelle Lee Serb, 45, of Long Beach, California, passed away at her home on September 6, 2026. She was an amazing mother, a fearless big sister, a loving aunt, loyal daughter and dog mom. Her presence will be deeply missed and never forgotten.Michelle was born on December 26, 1980 in Long Beach California to Dorothy Costine and Paul Hughes. Michelle...

August 31, 2026

John Gerard Mary Garvey, 71, was born in Galway, Ireland, on November 13th, 1954, to Thomas and Nora Garvey and died surrounded by his wife and children, in Orange, California, on August 31 2026. He leaves behind his wife Shelagh, daughter Meghan and spouse Carter, daughter Erin, son Brian and spouse Deanna, daughter Caitlin and spouse Ian. And was known...

August 29, 2026

August 27, 2026

Luis Fernando Lozano was born February 29th, 1948, in Colombia to Macias and Ana Maria Lozano passed away on August 27th, 2026, in California. He is survived by his spouse Margaret and three children and three grandchildren.

August 27, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Gundelina N. Rivo

“Nena”

March 28, 1945 – August 27, 2026

Gundelina N. Rivo, lovingly known as “Nena,” passed away peacefully at her home in Long Beach, California, on August 27, 2026, at the age of 81.

Born on March 28, 1945, in Cayungnan, Agno, Pangasinan, Philippines, Gundelina was the beloved daughter of Modesto Navata and Juanita Navata. She grew up...

August 22, 2026

Sean Dennis Donegan was born on May 14, 1962, in Long Beach, CA. He passed away on August 22, 2026, in Long Beach, CA. He grew up in Long Beach and lived in El Dorado Park Estates during his childhood, spending his entire life in the city of Long Beach. He started his career in construction and also worked as...

August 15, 2026

Karen Marie Murphy

2/4/63-8/15/26

It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of our beloved Karen Marie Murphy. Born on 2/4/63, she left this Earth and was guided to Heaven on 8/15/26 by her loving parents who preceded her. We can only imagine the welcome she received, surrounded by love and God's glory. Karen was the 11th of 14th...

August 14, 2026

Patricia Idella (Nash) BuckDecember 6, 1939 – August 14, 2026Patricia Idella (Nash) Buck, 86, of Long Beach, California, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026, in the home she had lovingly made her own for more than 60 years.

Pat was born on December 6, 1939, in Long Beach to Harry Richard Nash and Reba Idella Nash. A lifelong resident of...

August 12, 2026

August 9, 2026

Romaldas “Ron” Joseph Valley passed away peacefully on August 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy woven together by quiet strength, gentle presence, and unwavering devotion to those he loved. Born on November 15, 1951, Ron lived a life defined not by grand gestures or loud declarations, but by the subtle, constant ways he made the lives of those around him...

August 7, 2026

Joseph John Zaragoza, aged 88, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026. Born on August 17, 1937, in Corona, California, Joseph lived a life defined by dedication to his family, service to his country, and a vibrant passion for his personal interests.

A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Joseph carried the discipline and honor of his military service...

July 28, 2026

Adalberto Ernesto Ramirez (Ernie) April 23, 1944 - July 28, 2026

Ernie, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on July 28, 2026, at the age of eighty-two. He was born on April 23, 1944, in Los Angeles on a housing project known as "Dog Town". He graduated from El Rancho High School with the Class...

July 27, 2026

In Loving Memory

Linda Lee Smith

née Nelson

December 7, 1941 — July 29, 2026



Her Story

Linda Lee Smith passed away on July 29, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born on December 7, 1941, in Los Angeles, California, to Jack Walter Nelson and Doris Louise (Seim) Nelson, and grew up in Southern California, spending her early years in Fontana and Alhambra.

Linda...