Our Obituaries

Micaela Rangel

October 27, 1933 - February 7, 2012

Micaela Rangel Michel fue llamada al reino de Dios el 7 de febrero del 2012 a la edad de 78 años. Micaela nació el 27 de octubre de 1933 en El Estanco, municipio de Ejutla Jalisco. Su madre se llamaba Jovita Chávez y su padre Guadalupe Michel. Micaela provino de una familia numerosa siendo la quinta hija de ocho hijos empezando con María de Jesús, José María, Juan, Tomasa, Silviano,...
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Teodora Capalad Bautista

December 7, 1919 - February 3, 2012

Teodora Capalad Bautista - Oxnard Teodora Capalad Bautista passed away on February 3, in Oxnard. Teodora was born on December 7, 1919 in the Philippines. She is survived by her son, Jaime Bautista (Lizabeth); daughter, Cecilia Bautista (Pedrito Santos); son, Nestor Bautista; daughter, Nelia Franciso (Marcial); daughter-in-law, Remedios Bautista; grandchildren, April, Spencer, Sean, Kevin,...
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Doreen Renee Salas

June 29, 1968 - January 26, 2012

A child of God, intelligent and beautiful, has been given the joy of being in the presence of the Lord after a brief illness. Doreen accepted Christ on Jan. 29, 1983, and was baptized. We loved and cherished her wit and generous nature. Doreen cared for others as she would for herself. Ever responsible and independent, Doreen took pride in her ability to be resilient. Doreen enjoyed growing...
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Jerry Garza

November 23, 1960 - January 10, 2012

Gerardo "Jerry" Rene Garza, 51, of Oxnard passed away on January 10, 2012. Jerry went home to be with his Lord after losing his yearlong battle with cancer. Jerry was born on November 23, 1960 in Laredo, Texas. He is survived by his mother Santiaga Guerrero, stepfather Alfonso Guerrero, brother Reynaldo Garza, Jr., sister-in-law Mary Lorraine Garza, as well as numerous stepsiblings, aunts,...
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Virginia Padua Mendiola

January 17, 1922 - January 3, 2012

VIRGINIA P. MENDIOLA Virginia P. Mendiola died peacefully at her home on January 3, 2012, two weeks short of her 90th birthday. Affectionately called "Nanay" by her family, she was the matriarch of a family of 9 children to whom she gave everything. Virginia was born in La Union, Philippines on January 17, 1922. She married her husband, Alfredo, during World War II and she followed her son...
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Albert R. Lopez

September 12, 1952 - December 27, 2011


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Morris Fox

November 26, 1935 - December 22, 2011

Morris Fox, 76, Thousand Oaks California, died December 22, 2011 at Los Robles Hospital in Thousand Oaks CA. Mr. Fox was born November 26, 1935 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is survived by his wife Lillian; children, Lori, Michael, Phillip, and spouses; grandchildren, Terra, Michael, Christopher, and Jessica; great grandchildren, Taylor and Ivan. He is preceded in death by his parents...
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Hector J. Ponce

October 26, 1977 - December 17, 2011


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Rudy Rivas Garcia

June 7, 1962 - December 9, 2011

Rudy Rivas Garcia, 49 years old, passed away on Dec. 9, 2011. Born and raised in Saticoy, Rudy took pride in his work as a Journey Man for 20 plus years. Rudy is preceded in death by: mother, Frances R. Garcia, and father, John S. Garcia. Rudy is survived by: Esther (Felix) Sigala from Denver, Johnny Garcia from Oxnard, Sally (Jose) Saenz from Bakersfield, Bea Navarrete from Oxnard, Jimmy...
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Julio P. Razo

May 18, 1959 - December 7, 2011

Julio Razo, on December 7th God asked him to return to his kingdom at the age of 52. Julio was born in Guanajuato Mexico, on May 18, 1959. At a young age Julio had many trades as a Labor Supervisor, a Taxi driver and general handyman. Julio lived in Oxnard for the last 40 years of his short life. He was a beloved son, brother, father and friend and he will be missed by all that have crossed...
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Mabini R. Pisig

November 11, 1931 - December 7, 2011

Mabini Rodis Pisig, 80, of Oxnard, CA, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2011. Mabini was born November 11, 1931, to the late Apolonio and Leonor Pisig, in Cavite, Philippines. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Maria Aquino Pisig; his children Deanna Bracy (Paul), Maria Kurtz (John), Antonio Pisig, and Cecilia Hathaway (Zane); his grandchildren Justin Kurtz (Andrea), Mary...
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Mariano Arenas

February 29, 1940 - December 1, 2011

Mariano Corales Arenas was a Leap Year baby born on February 29, 1940 in Quinarayan, Narvacan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. He was the youngest of five children. "Mar", as he was affectionately known, attended Manila Central University where he studied dentistry for two years. He decided to join the U.S. Navy in October of 1962, proudly serving for 11 years. He worked as a chef in the Navy and...
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Gerard Anthony McKenna

July 9, 1931 - November 28, 2011

Gerard "Jerry" McKenna was born in Washington D.C. on July 9th, 1931. He was the eighth child and seventh son of Thomas McKenna and Mary Bresnahan McKenna. He spent two years of high school at St. Charles Prep Seminary in Catonsville, Maryland and then graduated from St. Johns High School in Washington D.C. He was Valedictorian of his class and was awarded a scholarship to Georgetown University...
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Maria Espinoza Lujan

November 23, 2923 - November 23, 2011

Maria Espinoza Lujan was born on November 23, 1923 and passed away on her birthday, November 23, 2011, Maria was 88 years of age.
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Fidel Ponce

June 5, 1929 - November 21, 2011


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Fortunato Alvarez Lopez

February 16, 1942 - November 15, 2011


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Barbara Ann Henry

June 9, 1941 - November 11, 2011

Barbara Ann Henry – Oxnard On November 11, 2011, our dearest Barbara was sent to Heaven. Barbara was born on June 9, 1941 to the late John and Helen Kurtz in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She is one of six siblings. She is survived by her husband of 52 wonderful years, Wayne Paul Henry of Oxnard and her four children; Randy Dean Henry of Bristol, Connecticut, Jamie Lynn Henry of Oxnard, CA, Keith...
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Aurora Inez Moreno

January 21, 1928 - November 9, 2011

Aurora Inez Moreno - Oxnard Aurora Inez Moreno passed away on November 9, 2011 at the age of 83. Aurora was born on January 21, 1928 in Fillmore, California to the parents of Manuel and Beatrice Moreno. Aurora is survived by her daughter, Natalia Applen, sons, Robert Cortez and Ramiro Cortez, Jr. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at Santa...
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Sharon Marie Lawrence

December 26, 1940 - November 7, 2011

Sharon Marie Lawrence December 26, 1940 – November 7, 2011 Oxnard, California Always a graceful woman, a devout Catholic, and her family's pillar of strength, Sharon Marie Lawrence ascended into Heaven on November 7, 2011, after a courageous and valiant four-year battle with cancer. Sharon was born into the loving arms of her parents, Lloyd and Agnes Anderson, on December 26, 1940, in...
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Antonia Ramos

July 13, 1922 - November 5, 2011

Maria Antonia Ramos was born July 13, 1922, and passed away peacefully at the Lompoc Valley Medical Convalescent Care Center on November 5, 2011. She was 89 years old. 'Antonia' was born in Santa Paula, California to the late Jacinta and Jose Perez and spent her childhood there. She married Alberto Ramos at 22 years of age and moved to Ventura California where she lived many years as a devoted...
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Paul Anthony Yepez

October 11, 1959 - November 1, 2011

Paul passed in the loving arms of our lord on Monday, October 24, 2011. He was born in Van Nuys, Ca. and grew up in Oxnard. He attended Rio Mesa High School, graduating with honors, in 1977. He started his college education at Ventura College and transferred to the University of California, Santa Barbara in 1980. He successfully earned his bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in History...
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Maria Elisa Regalado de Zepeda

March 28, 1950 - October 22, 2011


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Guadalupe "Lupe" Dominguez

September 21, 1922 - October 22, 2011

Guadalupe "Lupe" Dominguez - Oxnard Lupe Dominguez passed away on October 22, in Oxnard. Lupe was born to Cruz and Amada Navarrete on September 21, in Stockton, CA. Lupe is survived by her daughters, Anna Pedi, Ellen Ortega (Ruben), Rosemary Dominguez and her son, Robert Dominguez; Grandchildren, Ruben, Javier "Pops", Paul "Tiny" (Liz), Adrian, Andrew Ortega; granddaughters, Amanda and Jewel...
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Charles M. Duke

February 16, 1929 - October 11, 2011

Charles M. Duke Jr. 1929 - 2011 Charles has entered eternal life in heaven to be with our Heavenly Father , October 11, 2011. He passed away peacefully in the arms of his loving wife, Margarita. During his last days he was surrounded by the blessing of family and friends. Charles was born February 16, 1929 in Marfa, Texas. He served in the United States Air Force and United States Army...
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Sotera Caldwell

April 29, 1927 - October 2, 2011


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Racquel Hernandez

December 18, 1928 - September 28, 2011


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Antonio M. Cuevas, Jr.

November 13, 1965 - September 11, 2011

Antonio M. Cuevas, Jr., 45, of Oxnard, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2011, surrounded by his sister, mother and uncle. He was preceded in death by his father, Antonio Cuevas, Sr. He was born in the Philippines on Nov. 13, 1965, and grew up in Manila during his early school years. He attended the Don Bosco Jr. Seminary for two years, and graduated from high school at...
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Mary "Ditty" Mackenzie

May 27, 1921 - September 8, 2011

1921 - 2011 On Thursday, Sept. 8, Mary Kathleen "Ditty" MacKenzie, 90, passed away at Mary Health of the Sick in Newbury Park with family members and the wonderful Sisters at her side. We have such deep gratitude for the loving care the Sister Servants of Mary and the entire staff provided Ditty during the last five months of her life. They are all incredible. Ditty was born to Henry and...
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William Francis Hayes

December 5, 1927 - September 5, 2011

William F. (Bill) Hayes, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, lost his short battle with cancer and passed away at home surrounded by his family on September 5, 2011 at the age of 83. Bill was born to William and Mary Hayes on December 5, 1927 in Philadelphia, PA. He spent his childhood there, graduated from high school, and was then drafted into the Army. Bill served a...
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Alfonso Casillas

August 11, 1917 - August 31, 2011


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Joan Lady Jo Herrick

March 5, 1921 - August 30, 2011

Joan Herrick - Oxnard Joan "Lady Jo" Herrick, our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 30th, 2011 in Ventura, CA. Surrounded by her family, she went peacefully at the wonderful age of 90. Born on March 5th, 1921 as Johanna Dorothy Zeronas, Joan was raised in Ferrell, PA. Supported by her mother and father, Benedict and Elizabeth Zeronas, Joan grew up...
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Gustavo Fernandez

August 29, 1935 - August 29, 2011


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Lorenzo R. Alatorre

September 4, 1960 - August 28, 2011

Lorenzo R. Alatorre 1960 – 2011 "Un corazon de oro dejo de palpitar. Descansaron las manos trabajadoras. Dios quebro nuestros corazones para mostrarnos que solo se lleva lo mejor." ("A heart of gold stopped beating. The hard working hands are now resting. God broke our hearts to show us that he only takes the best.") Lorenzo Alatorre, was born on September 5, 1960...
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Salvador A. Castaneda

August 30, 1939 - August 25, 2011

Salvador Castaneda passed away on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011, at the age of 71 with his family by his side. Sal was born in Oxnard on Aug. 30, 1939, to Salvador and Guadalupe Castaneda. Sal was a devoted father and grandfather. He was an accomplished photographer for over 40 years. He was also a Vietnam veteran having served two tours with the 116th Assault Helicopter Company of the 25th...
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Raul Garcia Ortiz

October 2, 1933 - August 16, 2011

Raul G. Ortiz - Oxnard Raul, also known as Pajo, was born Oct. 2, 1933 in El Paso Texas to the late Julia Garcia Hernandez. Graduated Oxnard High. He was in the Army. He was married to Sarah for 54 years. They had four children Raul (Stacy), Mark, Oscar and Julia (Steven). 8 grandchildren Steve Jr, Andrew, Andria, Amanda, Kim (Joe), Bubba, Eric, Julian and 10 great-grandchildren Braden, Kalob,...
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Florentina P. Paulino

February 20, 1918 - August 1, 2011

Florentina Paulina was born on February 20, 1918 in the Philippines and entered eternal life on August 1, 2011.
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Daniel Edward Medina

March 10, 1962 - July 30, 2011

Daniel Edward Medina - Oxnard Daniel Edward Medina "Cheeseburger" passed away unexpectedly July 30, 2011 in Los Angeles, CA at the age of 49. Danny was born in Oxnard to Eusebio and Adelaida Medina on March 10, 1962. He attended local schools and had recently attended Oxnard College with concentration in substance abuse counseling. Danny was a large man with a big heart, was kind, loyal and...
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Rodolfo "Rudy" Cipres

February 13, 1942 - July 20, 2011

Rudy "The Hammer" Cipres, devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away Wednesday, July 20th, 2011 at Los Robles Hospital in Thousand Oaks after a seven year battle with Myasthenia Gravis. He was born on February 13, 1942, in Oxnard, Calif. He attended Oxnard High School and graduated in 1959. Soon after, he married his high school sweetheart and the love...
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Loreta T. De Leon

November 15, 1935 - July 11, 2011

Loreta "Luring" de Leon of Oxnard, passed away on July 11, 2011, after a courageous battle with cancer. Loreta was born on November 15, 1935, in Pampanga, Philippines. She married Celestino de Leon on March 5, 1959, in the Philippines, and was a longtime Oxnard resident. Loreta's life touched many people. Her career included working at various places such as Falcon-Spectra, ABEX Aerospace,...
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Richard Anthony Carballo

April 4, 1929 - July 10, 2011


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Francis J. Iolati

December 9, 1920 - July 6, 2011

Francis J. Iolati passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 6, 2011, in Ventura, where he resided for the past six months. Prior to living in Ventura, he resided in Port Hueneme for 52 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, and his son, Joseph. He is survived by his daughters, Deborah Iolati and Linda Roberts (Mrs. Tom Roberts). He leaves four grandchildren, Brian...
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Teresita Apelado Abara

July 23, 1956 - June 29, 2011


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Louie G. Bautista

February 28, 1974 - June 28, 2011

(1974-2011) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Louie G. Bautista, on June 28, 2011, in Oxnard. He was born in Morelia, Michoacn, on Feb. 28, 1974. Louie was a devoted father; he enjoyed coaching his daughters' softball teams. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, BBQs and family gatherings. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Corinna Bautista; two...
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Miguel Torres Hernandez

July 2, 1948 - June 26, 2011


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Dolores N. Lopez

April 8, 1927 - June 23, 2011

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved aunt, Dolores N. Lopez (Tia Lola), on June 23, 2011, in Oxnard. Tia Lola was born in Sonora, Ariz., on April 8, 1927. She is survived by her ten nephews and nieces: Augustin Viesca, Georgina Viesca Lodigiani, Maria Elena Viesca, Patricia Viesca Villar, Dolores Viesca Block, Jose Viesca, Sara Viesca Robles, Gerardo Viesca,...
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Theresa Mary Kronmiller

December 10, 1915 - June 18, 2011


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Claudio Franco

January 20, 1959 - June 15, 2011


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Maria Elena Suazo

January 15, 1933 - June 9, 2011


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Maria Lopez

May 21, 1931 - May 26, 2011


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Jose Fernandes Ramirez

June 28, 1938 - May 25, 2011

Jose F. Ramirez - Oxnard Our beloved father and Grandfather passed away peacefully at his home on May 25, 2011 after a battle with Cancer. Jose was born on June 28, 1938 to Pedro and Hilaria Ramirez in Zacatecas, Mexico. He was a ventura county resident for 58 years. He worked for Hueblein, Del Monte and Nabisco as a line mechanic for over 30 years- He also worked as a custodian from 1991...
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Aurelia Gonzalez Ramirez

July 27, 1933 - May 24, 2011


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Arnold Edward Acosta

August 4, 1952 - May 22, 2011

Arnold Edward Acosta – Port Hueneme Arnold Edward Acosta was born in San Fernando, California, August 4, 1952 and went to be with the Lord May 22, 2011. Arnold was employed at Weatherford Oil Country Manufacturing and prior to that he worked for Kaiser Aluminum for 15 years where he was a union shop stewart. Arnold was a big sports fanatic, he loved his family, taking his grandchildren on...
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Salvador Nuñez Flores

October 22, 1922 - May 21, 2011


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Arthur Daniel Quinonez

May 1, 1967 - May 8, 2011

Arthur Daniel Quinonez Our beloved son Arthur Daniel Quinonez, born May 1, 1967 in Lompoc, CA, went to heaven on Sunday, May 8, 2011, at 6:46 pm at Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital, room 446-A to 438 fourth floor. I called my son “Danny” but he liked being called Arthur. He was always outgoing in his own way. He cared for others and everyone and never bothered anyone. He lived his...
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Mike Bonilla, Jr.

April 6, 1965 - May 3, 2011

Mike Bonilla Jr., passed away suddenly of natural causes at the age of 46 on May 3, 2011, at Saint John's Regional Medical Center. Mike was born on April 6, 1965. He lived in El Rio all his life as a wonderful father, son, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend. Mike was preceded in death by his sister, Terry Tinoco. He is survived by his; beloved parents Mary Lou and Louie Tinoco, father Mike...
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Clemente Padilla

November 23, 1941 - May 1, 2011


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Bonnie Lovell Iaccino

November 10, 1929 - May 1, 2011


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Gina Marie Murillo

August 18, 1971 - April 30, 2011


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Eugene Leon Gibson

May 25, 1928 - April 24, 2011

Eugene “Gene” Leon Gibson, 82, passed away Sunday, April 24, 2011. He was born in Brawley, California on May 25, 1928, to James and Pauline Gibson. He was proud to have served in the US Navy for 21 years. He loved gardening and wood working. He was also an active member of the Santa Clara Parish. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Billie; daughters, Mary Remijan, Teresa Gann, Gina...
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Wylie B. "Tex" Carr

May 14, 1947 - April 21, 2011

Tex Carr, 63, passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2011. He passed away peacefully with his loving wife, Carmen, by his side. Tex was born in Roscoe, Texas, on May 14, 1947 to Claude and Vivian Carr. Tex was the youngest of five brothers and sisters. As a young adult he moved to California. Before starting his own business he worked various jobs throughout Ventura County. In the early 1970s, Tex...
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Edith Bernadette Maher

November 12, 1932 - April 14, 2011


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Leonor Valdivia

April 10, 1926 - March 30, 2011


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David Moses Guzman

December 14, 1934 - March 26, 2011

David Moses Guzman, born Dec. 14, 1934, passed away on Saturday, March 26. He is survived by his loving wife, Maria Elena Guzman, and sons, Troy Guzman and Sidney Guzman. Other family members include daughter-in-law, Paula Kafka Guzman; granddaughter, Kayla Maria Guzman; and grandson, Mathew Troy Guzman. He is predeceased by his parents, Ambrosio and Encarnacion Guzman; brothers, Say, Joe and...
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Paul F. Masi

February 15, 1927 - March 26, 2011

Paul F. Masi Ventura Paul Masi, age 84, peacefully passed away in his home in the Ventura Keys on Saturday, March 26, after a long battle with cancer. Paul was born in his parent's home in Los Angeles on February 15, 1927. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1945. Paul began his career in the sheet metal industry at the age of 15, and in 1959 he became a business agent for the...
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Mary Ellen Holben

June 22, 1932 - March 25, 2011


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Mary Estela Arias

December 6, 1944 - March 24, 2011

STELLA (MARY ESTELA) ARIAS (1944 – 2011) North Hollywood On December 6, 1944 a very special soul was born, Stella (Mary Estela) Arias, to Jessie Arias, in Oxnard. On March 24, 2011, a very special light was extinguished here on earth, only to light up the heavens to join her Lord, her beloved Mother Jessie Arias, and her special cousin and Nina, Gloria Castellanos. Stella passed away in...
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Jess Arnold Snyder

July 31, 1926 - March 20, 2011

Longtime county resident, Jess Arnold Snyder, concrete contractor, peacefully passed away on March 20, 2011. Upon marrying his wife, Jennie, in 1949, Jess began a lifelong career in concrete construction. He joined Local 741 of the Cement Masons Union. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, he was instrumental in the development of many of the communities which we now know as the Conejo, Simi and...
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Nick Ybarra , Jr.

April 25, 1961 - March 18, 2011

El Rio Nick Ybarra Jr. Nick Ybarra Jr., 49 of El Rio, also known as “Chile”, passed away on Friday, March 18, 2011. Nick was born April 25, 1961 in Ventura County to Nick and Henrietta Ybarra. Nick is survived by his parents, wife Teresa, son Nick III, daughter Denise, Sister Eileen (Jose) Martinez, nephews Damien, James, Christian and niece Crystal. He will be missed dearly. ...
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Jose Bernardo Rubalcava Lopez

August 20, 1929 - March 13, 2011

Aug. 20, 1929-Mar. 13, 2011 After being diagnosed with terminal cancer Bernardo passed away peacefully at his home in Oxnard. Bernardo was born in Apulco, Zacatecas, Mexico. He was one of three children born to the late Dario Lopez Delgadillo and Manuela Rubalcava Lopez. His brother, Juan Rubalcava Lopez, and sister, Consuelo Rubalcava Munoz, predeceased him. Bernardo married at the age...
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Jerome Charles Meyer

December 9, 1930 - March 12, 2011


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Jose Luis Esqueda

April 22, 1993 - March 10, 2011


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Margaret Alice Rodgers

October 3, 1932 - March 9, 2011

Margaret Alice Russell was born on October 3rd, 1932 to Mary Lucille von Biela and George Sawyer Russell in Kingman, Arizona. Margaret’s birth was especially precious to George and Mary, coming 2 years after the death of their first-born baby, Walter Lee. All her life, she was affectionately known as “Sissy” to her family. Margaret spent her first 13 years in her beloved Arizona, moving to...
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Antonia Espinoza Marquez

June 13, 1945 - March 6, 2011


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Emencita P. Madayag

November 25, 1948 - March 5, 2011

Fillmore Emencita P. Madayag 1948-2011 Emencita P. Madayag, 62, passed away peacefully on a beautiful, warm sunny afternoon, Saturday, March 5, 2011, after a lengthy courageous battle with cancer. Emmy was born on November 25, 1948, in Caturay, Gerona, Tarlac, Philippines. As the eldest daughter of Serapio and Maria Pontanes, she grew up with ten brothers and sisters. Prior to her...
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Lucia C. Vargas

December 13, 1913 - March 1, 2011


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Maria Luz Gutierrez

March 11, 1937 - February 27, 2011


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Jenny C. Rico

May 6, 1921 - February 26, 2011


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Arlene Marie Maher

December 9, 1934 - February 17, 2011


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James Leonard Kinkle

May 9, 1942 - February 10, 2011

Oxnard James Leonard Kinkle James Leonard Kinkle, Sr., 68, of Oxnard, passed away Feb. 10, 2011 at St. Johns Hospital. James was born May 9, 1942 in Memphis, Tenn., and he has been a Ventura County resident for 35 years. He served 30 years in the military which included the Army and the Navy and one tour of duty in Vietnam. He retired March 31, 2008 as a civil service tool room...
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Merle Guarin Cruz

July 19, 1943 - February 9, 2011

Merle Guarin Cruz, 67, was called home to the Lord on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2011. After a brave battle with cancer, she passed away at St. John's Hospital in Oxnard. Merle was born on July 19, 1943 in Camiling, Tarlac, Philippines. As the eldest daughter of Onofre and Leonila Guarin, she grew up with her five brothers and sisters. She attended Camiling Rural High School and Camiling Secondary...
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Jesus T. Gonzalez

September 5, 1921 - February 5, 2011


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Margarita C. Meza

March 10, 1931 - January 31, 2011

Our beloved "Ama" Margarita C. Meza, 79, of Oxnard, died peacefully at home on Jan. 31, 2011, following a lengthy illness. She was born March 10, 1931 in Auburn, Calif. She is preceded in death by her husband, Eduardo Meza (1982) of Oxnard; sons, Roger (1981) and Ralph (1979) of Oxnard; brothers, Manuel Calderon, Jr. and Hector Rosales; sister, Celia Calderon; parents, Manuel Calderon and...
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Gilbert J. Stickelmaier

November 4, 1913 - January 28, 2011

Gilbert J. Stickelmaier Gil Stickelmaier passed away on January 28, 2011. He was born on November 4, 1913 in Metamora, IL. Gil moved to California in 1930. He worked for the Chrysler Corporation as a parts manager at various dealerships throughout Los Angels for over 30 years. Gil and his wife Shirley moved to Oxnard in 1990. They considered this their home and were very active in the...
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Devereaux Jarrett Claiborne

January 2, 1919 - January 26, 2011

Devereaux J. Claiborne Oxnard, CA Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Devereaux J. Claiborne (Clay) of Oxnard peacefully passed away at his home, on January 26, 2011 Devereaux was born January 2, 1919 in Olney, Texas and was raised in Mineral Wells, Texas. He was a resident of Ventura County for more than 58 years. Devereaux was a World War II and Korean War veteran, having served in the...
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Iluminada J. Remojo

September 22, 1929 - January 22, 2011

Iluminada “Luming” Javid Remojo was born on September 22, 1929 in Sariaya, Quezon, Philippines to parents Julian Remojo and Leonora Javid. Back home, she spent her time taking care of her family as a homemaker. When she settled in Oxnard, California, Grandma Luming became a member of Foster Grandparents and Senior Companions, where she volunteered to help disabled children at Brekke...
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Clayton Santos

April 24, 1934 - January 13, 2011


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Maria Hernandez

October 22, 1925 - January 6, 2011


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Sally Ortiz

October 6, 1933 - December 31, 2010


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Linda Sue Saiz Becerra

January 30, 1985 - December 28, 2010

Linda Sue Saiz Becerra was born in Oxnard on January 30, 1985 and passed away on December 28, 2010 in Los Angeles with her loving family at her side. She was 25. Linda is survived by her daughter, Jayleine Becerra, her mother, Adeline Corona Garcia, and her sisters and brother, Susan Martinez (husband Sergio), Stephanie Saiz, Victoria Garcia and Steven Saiz, Grandparents, Cruz & Natividad...
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Joan Blackmer

October 15, 1934 - December 26, 2010


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Leopoldo Garcia, "Papá Polo"

December 26, 1931 - December 19, 2010

De los brazos de Dios saliste y a los brazos de Dios regresaste. En tu camino en la tierra sembraste amor y felicidad. Siempre te recordaremos con el corazón alegre y con una sonrisa en los labios. Fue una bendición tenerte en nuestras vidas por tanto tiempo. Gracias a ti y a Dios por esa bendición. Vuelve a Jesús en el vuelo de una paloma blanca, que es el símbolo del Espíritu Santo. ...
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Gene Demuth

July 13, 1925 - December 17, 2010


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Abundio Rojo

July 11, 1918 - December 14, 2010


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Victoria G. Azpeitia

February 26, 1921 - December 12, 2010


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Augustine J. Lucero

March 18, 1951 - December 6, 2010


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Juan D. Perio

October 5, 1919 - December 1, 2010


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Javier H. Monroy

August 6, 1938 - November 29, 2010

Javier H. Monroy Oxnard August 8, 1938 – November 29, 2010. Our beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family who loved him very much. He is survived by his wife, Esther, with whom he spent 38 wonderful years, four children: Franz, Stanley, Marilyn, and Ashley, and daughter-in-law Carissa and only granddaughter “Izzie”, with whom...
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Gregory Edmund Franz

December 22, 1927 - November 25, 2010

Dr. Gregory Edmund Franz died of natural causes surrounded by his beloved family. He is survived by his children Tom and Kathy Franz, Diane and Matt Lombardi, and Mary and Don Ursitti; and his treasured grandchildren Erik Franz, Laura and Katie Lombardi. Patricia, his cherished wife of 46 years, preceded him in death in 1997. Gregory was a third generation native Californian, born and raised...
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Albert S. Gallinovich

September 29, 1941 - November 24, 2010

Albert Salvatore Gallinovich 1941-2010 Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Albert Gallinovich passed away Wednesday, November 24th. Albert is no longer suffering from a damaged heart and poor kidney functions as he has joined his mother and father, Rose and Dino Gallinovich in the kingdom of heaven. A Brooklyn native, Albert was an extraordinary man with a deep love for the floral...
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Moises Jimenez, Jr.

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