Local obituaries for Redlands and Yucaipa, CA.

Feb 26, 2025

Feb 26, 2025

Gilbert Torrez Manzano, 78, passed away at home in Highland, CA on February 26, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born on September 1, 1946 in Redlands, CA, to Thomas and Trinidad Manzano and remained deeply connected to his hometown throughout his life. After graduating from Redlands High School, Gilbert enlisted in the U.S. Army, proudly serving his country...

Feb 21, 2025

Tomas Roque, born on February 17, 1938, in Redlands, CA was sent to his eternal home on Friday February 21st, 2025, at the age of 87.

Tommy, as he was also called, took pride in caring for his family and was passionate about his job doing grounds and agricultural maintenance.

His journey on this earth was one marked by love and resilience....

Feb 19, 2025

Gloria G Pruitt entered into rest on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, surrounded by love and her family by her side. 

She was born September 8, 1938, to Frank and Conception Garcia. She was the youngest of 7 children. 



Gloria or Godi, to those who have known her since childhood, was an incredible mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She lived her entire lifetime...

Feb 11, 2025

Liviu Damian Iancu 

June 16, 1958 -- February 11, 2025

Liviu Damian Iancu passed away peacefully at his residence in Loma Linda, CA surrounded by his family on February 11, 2025. Born in Bratașani, Romania in June of 1958, Liviu was a warm, kind, generous and welcoming man, who thoroughly enjoyed his life and dedicated it to providing his wife and children...

Feb 11, 2025

Remembering Leslie

Leslie Lee Glover was born on November 14, 1931, in Greensboro, North Carolina, to his loving parents, Viola and Joe Glover. He grew up alongside his three cherished siblings, Joe Sam, Jerry, and Patricia. After proudly serving his country in the United States Air Force, Leslie met the love of his life, Ada Marie Kellum. Together, they built a...

Feb 4, 2025

Drage Hall “Bud” Watson (August 23, 1932 – February 4, 2025)

Drage (“Call me Bud”) was born to Thelma and Drage Watson in Vernon, Michigan, joined later by his sister Clarice. Bud grew up in Vernon and attended Owasso High School where he wrestled and was in drama, graduating in 1950.

Bud went to Michigan State University, graduating in 1954 with a...

Feb 1, 2025

Erin Mary McFadden passed away suddenly in the early hours of February 1, 2025 at Redlands Community Hospital. Erin displayed great strength and courage throughout her short battle with colon cancer and was an inspiration to her family, neighbors and friends. Born on April 22, 1952 in Los Angeles, CA and raised in North Hollywood, CA , Erin always said...

Jan 29, 2025

Liselotte Ilse Odemer Helle “Lilo”

Liselotte “Lilo” Helle was born in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1936, to Authr and Hermine Odemer. She grew up with her siblings Rolf, Gerhardt, Walter, Hermina, and Rosemary, who have all predeceased her, and is survived by her sister Gerda Mende and brother Waldemar Odemer.

At the tender age of 17, driven by the hope for a better...

Jan 27, 2025

Stephen Charles Bihlmeier, a devoted family man and successful businessman, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, at his home in Loma Linda, California. He was 79 years old and had long battled the challenges of Dementia and Parkinson’s. Surrounded by his loving family at the time of his passing, Steve’s warmth, kindness, and generosity touched everyone who knew him.

Born...

Jan 22, 2025

Douglas Carl Spieske, M.D.

November 15, 1940 – January 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas Carl Spieske, M.D. on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at the age of 84. He was surrounded by family and loved ones, leaving a legacy of love, laughter, and wisdom.

Born on November 15, 1940, in Ferndale, Michigan, Doug grew up...

Jan 20, 2025

Lewis (Lew) was born in Bronx, N.Y. He lived in Bronx until the age of six, at which time his family moved to Moosup, CONN. Lew attended elementary and high schools in Moosup. While in High School, he lettered in football and track. Lew entered college in 1953. He received a Commission as a 2nd Lt. in the Air Force,...

Jan 15, 2025

Jan 12, 2025

Marion McBride Jensen, matriarch of the McBride-Jensen family and long-time Redlands resident, died Sunday, January 12. She was 97. 

Born on March 22, 1927 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Marion McBride was the middle child and the only daughter of five children born to Ray McBride and Eunice O’Brian McBride. 

Marion married Arthur M Jensen in 1945, and they spent the next 66...

Jan 8, 2025

Jorge Santiago Schumperli, age 76, passed away on Wednesday January 8, 2025, in his home in San Bernardino, California. He was surrounded by his wife and family at the time of his passing. Jorge was born on January 27, 1948, in Lima, Peru. The son of Santiago Jorge Schumperli and Olga Terencia Soria, Jorge was a man dedicated to his...

Jan 5, 2025

Albert R. Perez: Born November 29, 1930, Left this earth on: January 5, 2025

Albert went to be with his wife of 68 years, Narcisa, on the evening of January 5, 2025. Albert left peacefully surrounded by his family and was greeted at his table in the sky, not only by his wife but by his son Martin, who left this...

Dec 27, 2024

In Loving Memory of Carlitos Aidyn Crespo, III 

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our beloved son, Carlitos Aidyn Crespo, who was called home to heaven on December 27, 2024. Born prematurely on April 23, 2012, at 36 weeks, Carlitos was a tiny miracle, strong and perfect in every way. From the very first day, his father and I...

Dec 21, 2024

Michael was born on October 10th, 1936, in Des Moines, Iowa to parents Glenn and Margaret Whitmore. Michael was two months older than his best friend, Dolores Phillips, whom he always joked that he was wiser than she was because he was older. He passed away at the age of 88 on December 21st, 2024. He is survived by his...

Dec 15, 2024

DORIS VATINE KELLUM, passed away on December 15th surrounded by loved ones in Redlands, CA. Doris was born August 31, 1932, in Bassett, Virginia to Joseph and Alma Woods. In 1949 she graduated from Henry County Training School in Martinsville VA and later attended the University of Virginia. She worked at Norton AFB as a civilian employee for 21 years....

Dec 14, 2024

Carrol Yvonne Hair passed away on December 14, 2024. Yvonne was born on November 28, 1949, in Madera CA, to Clifford and Ruth Owen. She grew up in the foothill area of Auberry and North Fork with her older brother, Marion Clifford Owen, and older sister, Billie Ruth Clark.

After graduating from Sierra High School in 1967, Yvonne attended Reedley College...