Local obituaries for Redlands and Yucaipa, CA.

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

Apr 22, 2024

In Fond Memory of Gary Ramaley

Gary Ramaley, a dedicated patriot and cherished member of his community, passed away on April 22, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on September 7, 1942, in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, Gary lived a life characterized by service, commitment, and a deep love for his country.

Gary's journey as a 30-year Army veteran was one of...

Apr 19, 2024

Ira Parson Shelton, 80, of Redlands, California passed away peacefully April 19, 2024, in the company of his long time companion Yvette Broussard.

He was born in Richlands, Virginia to Joseph and Rosa Shelton. He was one of 10 children. After completing high school he enlisted in the Air Force and served over 12 years as a Staff Sargent. He was...

Apr 19, 2024

Apr 16, 2024

Anna Marie Russell, (Collins), passed away on April 16, 2024, in Redlands, California. She was a devoted wife and mother. She is survived by her husband, Bob. Daughters, Nikki Mitchell (Bill) and Julie Bischoff (Brian) as well as grandchildren Robert Pratt and Courtney Amico (Robert) and great-granddaughter Annalise. Ann was born October 9, 1936 to Myron J. and Edna I....

Apr 13, 2024

One of Redlands’ most beloved artists, Janet Edwards, passed away on April 13, 2024, at the age of 91. 

Janet saw beauty everywhere, and she took great pleasure in capturing that beauty in her art. During Janet’s long and prolific career here in Redlands she helped all of us appreciate the beauty that surrounds us: Redlands’ iconic buildings, its vanishing orange...

Apr 13, 2024

Nancy Grissom Self

May 18, 1929 – April 13, 2024

Nancy Grissom Self, 94, of Redlands, California, passed away peacefully in her home on April 13, 2024. “Nan” was born on May 18, 1929, in Akron, Ohio, the only child of Albert Grissom and Kathryn Patterson Grissom.

Following her early education, she enrolled at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. While attending university, Nan...

Apr 12, 2024

Sharon Louise Alexander, 79, a 48-year Redlands resident, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024.

A Southern California native, Sharon graduated from Torrance High School (where she was Homecoming Queen) and attended El Camino College.

In 1965 she married Dick Dawson. Daughters Karen, Kim and Kelly benefited by being loved and nurtured by their birth parents and by Donna Dawson (Dick’s second wife)...

Apr 10, 2024

Jon Walter Scharer

July 28, 1934 –April 10, 2024

Jon Scharer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother-in-law and uncle went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. He leaves his wife, Juley; two sons, Glendon; Darin and daughter-in-law, Alicia; and three grandsons, Kori,Max, and Jason.

Jon taught eight years as an elementary and junior high school educator in Arcadia Unified School...

Apr 10, 2024

Dolores “Dee” Kilinski Harrigal was born in Detroit, Mich., on May 11, 1929 to John and Stella Kilinski. She attended Catholic schools throughout her education.

After graduating from high school, she worked in the automobile industry until moving to California in 1951.

There, she met her future husband, George Harrigal. The couple married in Tempe, Ariz., in 1953 and moved to Ridgecrest,...

Apr 9, 2024

In Loving Memory

Angela Nickole Simpson

May 25,1976 - April 9, 2024

Angela's Celebration of Life will be held on Friday May 10, 2024 at 11am at Calimesa Worship Center 940 Second St. Calimesa, CA 92320. Reception to follow. Flowers may be sent to Calimesa Worship Center.

Angela leaves behind her parents Eddy and Patricia Simpson, her daughters Nickole and Hailey Villarreal, her granddaughter...