Local obituaries for Redlands and Yucaipa, CA.

Jul 6, 2024

Ray Armendariz, beloved brother, uncle, great-uncle, and cherished friend passed away peacefully on July 6, 2024. He was born July 27, 1947 in Redlands, California. A lifelong resident of Redlands, Ca.  Ray touched the lives of many with his caring and generous spirit. His love for Jesus and The Word of God was unmovable.

Ray served in the U.S. Army from...

Jul 3, 2024

Jul 1, 2024

Joaquin Alexander Juarez

Born May 17, 1975, in East Los Angeles, California

Raised in Pomona, California

Lived in Fontana California with his wife and two children

In his home is where he got to spend his last days, and where he passed peacefully on July 1, 2024, surrounded by love.

He is survived by his wife Roxana

His children Olivia and Jesse

His parents, Lourdes and Joaquin

His...

Jun 24, 2024

Wife Mary Gomez 

Kids Pete Gomez, George Gomez, Jr., Tony Gomez,  Angel Becerra, Ruben Becerra 

Grandkids Pete Joseph Gomez, Amanda Gomez, Phillip Gomez, Ruben Becerra, Crystal Becerra, Elieen Becerra, Christina Becerra 

Great grandkids - Eddie Quiorz, Michael Becerra, Matthew Becerra, Roman Padilla, Christopher Gomez, Dominick Gomez, Levi Gomez, Jazmine Gomez, Marina Padilla, Julianna Espinoza, Christopher Esponoza, Mariah Becerra, Brooklyn Becerra, Breanna Becerra

Jun 20, 2024

 Natividad (Natty) Lopez

 December 25, 1939 to June 20, 2024

Natividad passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on 06/20/24. She leaves behind her two sons Andy his wife Shuronda Lopez and their 6 children. Son Nicholas his wife Jennifer Lopez and their 5 children along with 6 great grandchildren. Her siblings Andrea Velarde, Gilbert Manzano and Jennie Olivarez. She is...

Jun 18, 2024

Jun 14, 2024

A cherished member of the community, Philip I. Saldana, peacefully passed away with his family by his side in Loma Linda, California on June 14, 2024. He was 75 years old. Phil was born in Redlands, California on November 19, 1948, to Tiofilo and Georgia Saldana and was a life-long resident of his hometown. 

Phil was a friend to all and...

Jun 14, 2024

Sabina “Sadie” Ruiz Cabral, a lifelong resident of Redlands, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on June 14th, 2024 at the age of 99 and a half. A New Year’s baby born January 1st, 1925, Sadie was married to Richard S. Cabral for 58 years until his passing in 2005. Together, they cultivated a beautiful family...

Jun 13, 2024

Milton Joseph Frink, affectionately known as Joe, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2024, at the age of 76. Born in Redlands, California, on August 7, 1947. Joe was a lifelong resident of his beloved hometown. He grew up on the family ranch, cultivating a deep love for Redlands' renowned oranges, and graduated from Redlands High School in 1965.



In 1967,...

Jun 9, 2024

“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” (Philippians 1:21)

On the Lord’s Day, June 9, 2024, Pastor Haskell Alan Ross, finished the sermon he was preaching and prayed. He then began wobbling down from the pulpit as members of the New Covenant Church Redlands, (formerly Cornerstone Bible Baptist Church), immediately ran to surround, support, and assist...

Jun 2, 2024

With profound sadness we announce the passing of our loving and devoted mother, Rita Margaret D’Anthony, on June 2, 2024.  She passed away peacefully, and was surrounded by family.



Born in Neptune, New Jersey to Salvatore and Esther (Scott) Spampanato on June 27, 1936.  Rita grew up by the Jersey Shore and was one of five children.



She met her loving husband...

May 25, 2024

Gary Wayne Flood, age 84, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2024. Born on December 13, 1939, in Loma Linda, California, Gary moved to Yucaipa, CA at a young age. He attended Redlands High School and, in 1960, proudly joined the U.S. Navy.Gary's career path led him to Kaiser's Eagle Mountain Mine and later into the egg ranching business, where...

May 23, 2024

Cindi was born on June 8, 1948, in Redlands, CA to Helen and Earl Pruitt. Both of her parents died at a young age, and she was raised by her paternal aunt Luella and her husband Glen Solberg. Cindi married Rick McDowell in 1965 and they had two children, Rich and Rochele.In her adult years, Cindi went back to school...

May 22, 2024

May 20, 2024

SHERI LYNN HERNANDEZShe was born and raised in Redlands and graduated from RHS in 1985.  Sheri was 56yrs old . On her final day at Loma Linda Hospital she had many many relatives and friends that came to say they’re  final goodbyes  on Sunday . Our good Lord sent his angels on  Monday, May 20, 2024 to carry her into...

May 18, 2024

May 12, 2024

Dennis E. Kottmeier, 80, of Mentone, California, died on Sunday, May 12, 2024, with Jacque, his devoted wife of 60 years, by his side.

Dennis was a dedicated husband and father, the patriarch of the Kottmeier family, and a talented trial lawyer and orator, known for his commanding voice. Whether he was convincing a jury of the facts of a case,...

May 2, 2024

Russell Chemberlen was born January 28, 1982, in Huntington Beach, California, and departed from us on May 2, 2024, in Loma Linda, California. He leaves behind his loving wife, Evon, and their two cherished sons, Russell and Eddie.

Russell was the beloved son of Fred and Janet Chemberlen, and the dear brother of Freddy Chemberlen. He leaves behind fond memories with...

Apr 28, 2024

Patricia J. Westerfield of Redlands, passed away at home on April 28, 2024. She was born on November 27,1935, the youngest of three children to Earnest W. and Winifred Jackson in Glendora, California. Patricia graduated from the University of Redlands where she was associated with Alpha Theta Phi sorority and met her future husband David A. Westerfield. They were married...

Apr 24, 2024