James Francis Williams Jr.
Aug 16, 2025
James Francis Williams Jr. of Rancho Santa Margarita, California passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025 at the age of 61 after a long and courageous battle with ALS.
James was born the youngest of six children on December 16, 1963 in Dayton, Ohio. James Sr. and Maacha Williams quickly realized they were parents to a force of nature...
Anthony Bernard Hardridge
Aug 15, 2025
Anthony “Tony” Hardridge passed away on August 15, 2025. Born on July 31, 1962, Tony was best known for his dedication to training others in weightlifting and powerlifting. The gym was where he spent most of his life, surrounded by friends who became like family. Being a personal trainer brought him purpose and joy.
Tony is survived...
Bill Pridemore
Aug 15, 2025
Bill Pridemore, 92, of Huntington Beach, California, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025. He was born in Lafayette, Indiana on June 24, 1933 to the late Glenn and Edith (Hall) Pridemore.
Bill was a graduate of Lafayette Jefferson High School. He then enlisted in the United States Navy, and served his country honorably. Following his discharge...
Ronald Lee Johnson
Aug 12, 2025
Ronald “Ron” Lee Johnson passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 12, surrounded by his family, after a two-month battle with cancer that had spread quickly throughout his body.
Ron was born in Gary, Indiana, on January 11, 1940, to Harlan and Mary Johnson. A few years later, his younger brother Wayne joined the family, beginning...
Jeanette June Hitzfield
Aug 11, 2025
It is with both heavy hearts and grateful spirits that we share the news that our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother went home to be with the Lord. She passed away peacefully following a brief illness.
Jeanette June (Bradtke) Hitzfield was born June 18th 1933 to John and Elsie Bradtke of Chicago Illinois. She was...
Jean Barry
Aug 7, 2025
Jean Preston Barry, 94, of Orange County, California, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025. Jean lived a life that spanned continents, friendships, and generations. Born on March 25, 1931, in St. Helens, Lancashire, England, to Thomas and Martha Preston, Jean grew up alongside her beloved sister, Dorothy.
In 1950, she married Russel Wessels, and together they...
Julian Jesus Dopeso
Aug 6, 2025
JULIAN JESUS DOPESO (1947 – 2025)
Born on May 7, 1947, in Montevideo, Uruguay, Julian Maria de Jesus Di Pierro Dopeso was the son of Julian Dopeso and Zulma Di Pierro. He was called home to his Lord on August 6, 2025. A proud South American by birth, Julian embodied the spirit of the American Dream. After...
Albert Albrecht
Aug 6, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father Albert Albrecht Sr., who left this world peacefully on August 6, 2025, at the age of 88. He was a man of integrity and devotion to his family. He is survived by his loving children Albert Albrecht Jr., Susan Albrecht and grandchildren Rion, Shawntay and...
Kathleen “Kathy” Carol Humphreys
Aug 6, 2025
Kathleen "Kathy" Carol Humphreys
Kathleen "Kathy" Carol Humphreys was born on June 28, 1947, in Hawaii, to John Emerson Fitzsimmons and Donna Jean Carroll. She grew up in Southern California, living in Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, and Costa Mesa before settling in Laguna Woods.
Kathy married Andrew "Phillip" Humphreys, and together they shared many years...
Mary Stathis Haldorsen
Aug 4, 2025
Mary Stathis Haldorsen, a devoted Catholic, daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025 surrounded by her loving family following a prolonged illness.
Mary, affectionately known as “Mia,” was born on June 21, 1958 to Lt. Col. Nicholas (Nick) and Carol Stathis in Denver, Colorado. Mia had a blessed childhood, surrounded...
Rita Gayle Riffle
Aug 3, 2025
Rita Gayle Kaufman Riffle, 87, of Mission Viejo died on August 3, 2025 following a multi-year decline caused by dementia.
Rita, the oldest of six children, was born on December 1, 1937 in New Brighton, Pennsylvania to LeRoy Edward Kaufman and Rose Magdalen Hoehnen. Rita moved with her family from Pennsylvania to Culver City, California in 1948...
Rebecca Acosta
Aug 1, 2025
Our beloved Rebecca Acosta passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 1 st , 2025 at the age of 83. Rebecca was born on May 3 rd , 1942, in Stanton, California to parents Marcus & Aurora Ambriz.
Rebecca worked in a variety of different industries, but her favorite jobs were being a CNA, caring...
Michael “Mike” John Fitzsimmons
Jul 31, 2025
Michael "Mike" Fitzsimmons
Michael (Mike) Fitzsimmons was born on August 29, 1944, in San Diego, California, to John Emerson Fitzsimmons and Donna Jean Carroll. In 1955, his family settled in Garden Grove, California, which would remain his home for the rest of his life.
Mike married the love of his life, Sherry, on August 20,...
Sharon Elaine Dumont
Jul 31, 2025
Sharon Elaine Dumont July 30, 1943 – July 31, 2025
Sharon Elaine Dumont, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in Tustin, California, one day after celebrating her 82nd birthday. Born on July 30, 1943, in Hamilton, Ohio, Sharon was the cherished fifth child of Terrill Miles and Arthur Cavender. At age nine, she moved...
Maj. Joseph Dworniczak Jr.
Jul 30, 2025
Major Joseph Dworniczak Jr. April 29, 1938 – July 30, 2025
With profound respect and heartfelt remembrance, we announce the passing of Major Joseph Dworniczak Jr., United States Army (Retired), who departed this life on July 30. Born in San Diego on April 29, 1938, Joseph lived a life defined by service, honor, and devotion—to his country,...
Micheal Klebert Bourlard
Jul 30, 2025
Micheal Klebert Bourlard, age 77, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at his home in Mission Viejo, CA.
Micheal was born in Bicknell, Indiana on May 18, 1948. He moved to California in 1964 and shortly thereafter joined the Navy. He was stationed on a frigate off the Southern coast of Vietnam, and he received medals...
William Ray Nighswonger
Jul 30, 2025
William Ray Nighswonger passed away at the age of 74. Born on September 24, 1950 and passed away on July 30, 2025.
Claude Joseph Ritchot
Jul 26, 2025
Claude Joseph Ritchot December 9, 1940 – July 26, 2025
Claude Joseph Ritchot, 84, of Ladera Ranch, California, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. He left behind a legacy of love, hard work, and devotion to family.
Claude was born in Saint Boniface, Manitoba, Canada in 1940. He made a career choice to move to...
Jane J. Kinney
Jul 26, 2025
Jane J. Kinney November 18, 1940 – July 26, 2025 In Loving Memory
Jane was born in Springfield, Ohio on November 18, 1940 and passed peacefully on July 26, 2025 at the Sacred Heart Senior Center, Lake Forest, CA. Jane was 84 years old, the daughter of Justus Karl and Doris Brain Ihrig of Springfield,...
Duane Edward Snipes
Jul 26, 2025
Duane Edward Snipes, 88, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, in San Clemente, California. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Duane lived a full and meaningful life marked by service, creativity, and deep faith.
Born on May 19, 1937, in Coco Solo Canal Zone, Panama, Duane's early years were shaped by a spirit of adventure...
