Local obituaries for Redlands and Yucaipa, CA.

Nov 2, 2023

Sheena Johnston Courtaway entered this world on February 2, 1944 in Ayr, Ayshire Scotland. She fell in love with a service man, William David Courtaway, and traveled the world with her husband and daughter (Tracy Talamantes). 

Her passion was her family as well as reading, music, and doing a wee jig now and then.

Sheena Johnston Courtaway passed peacefully on November...

Nov 1, 2023

Helen Louise Reynoza, 82, of Lake Elsinore, California, passed away on November 1, 2023. She was born on November 25, 1940, in California. Helen was a pillar of the community of Redlands and moved to Lake Elsinore later in life. Helen was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and teacher. She loved fiercely and always made everyone feel special. Helen had...

Oct 28, 2023

Pattye Yvonne Luna passed away October 28, 2023, at the age of 88 in Redlands, California. She was born July 3, 1935, in Steele, Missouri to Margaret Cheek Green and Odell H. Green.

She grew up in a military family, and she married her husband Ramon Luna in Junction City, Kansas. They eventually settled in California where they raised their four...

Oct 26, 2023

Linda Ann Bernius was born on June 7, 1953 to parents Joseph & Catherine Young. She grew

up in Astoria on Long Island, New York. At 70, She was the oldest of 4. Her loving siblings

surviving her are Tom, Ellen, And Arlene. She moved to Southern California in the 70s where

she would live happily with her loving family until her homecoming...

Oct 20, 2023

Gilbert R. Torrez

July 23, 1938 – October 20, 2023

Gilbert was born in Banning, California to Adolph & Pauline Torrez on July 23, 1938. He received his angel wings on October 20, 2023.

Gil worked as a Truck Driver for 20 years, and at Lumber Yard for 15 years. He was a hard worker and a loving husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, and...

Oct 20, 2023

In Loving Memory of Constance Wilhelmina Laverty Crumpacker

Constance Wilhelmina Laverty Crumpacker, affectionately known as Connie, passed away on October 20, 2023, at the age of 85, in Yucaipa, California. Born on April 21, 1938, in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, Connie was the cherished daughter of Peter and Constance Laverty. Due to her father's health challenges, the Laverty family moved 18 times...

Oct 19, 2023

Robert Earl Ludington

April 19, 1940 – October 19, 2023

Employment: Air Force Veteran, GTE/Verizon, Church leader, Grampa/PopPop

Bob and Sharon Ludington’s love story began as sweetly as it ended. But how did a boy from

Arkansas and a girl from California get together?

When Bob was in the Air Force, he was stationed with Sharon’s cousin, Tom, who gave Sharon’s

address to Bob. The two...

Oct 18, 2023

Raymond Silva Jr. was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was born in Galveston, Texas on August 3rd, 1945, to Dora and Raymond Silva, Sr. He was the oldest of six siblings (two brothers and three sisters).

He passed away on October 18th, 2023, after a long and hard-fought illness surrounded by his family and loved ones. He is...

Oct 17, 2023

Sharon (Virginia) DeWitt Ludington

February 28, 1945 – October 17, 2023

Employment: Homemaker, Bible Study Fellowship Children’s Director, Gramma/Grammy

Bob and Sharon Ludington’s love story began as sweetly as it ended. But how did a boy from

Arkansas and a girl from California get together?

When Bob was in the Air Force, he was stationed with Sharon’s cousin, Tom, who gave Sharon’s

address to Bob. The...

Oct 16, 2023

Steve Alan Thomas, age 76, died October 16, 2023. He was a longtime resident of Redlands. Steve was born October 2, 1947 in Woodland, California to James Allen Thomas and Joyce Geneva McKinney. He was the second of seven children in the family.

Steve joined the Air Force in 1965. He was stationed in Texas, Alabama and California, as well as...

Oct 13, 2023

David J. Rosenthal (October 7, 1950 - October 13, 2023) – Redlands, California

David J. Rosenthal, a beloved husband, father, teacher, and community leader, passed away at his home in Redlands after a courageous battle with a long illness. He was 73 years old.

Born on October 7, 1950, David was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many through his...

Oct 11, 2023

Robert Brett Nelson, known affectionately as Brett, passed away unexpectedly on October 11, 2023, in Big Bear, CA, at the age of 69. Born on February 20, 1954, in Greensboro, North Carolina, Brett was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, and colleague.

Brett was a man of many admirable qualities. He was known for his intelligence, kindness, sociability, and...

Oct 9, 2023

Jeffery Wayne Mullenix was born on August 30, 1983, in Redlands, California. Jeff is survived by his spouse of 24 years Kattie, his two daughters Alyssa and Brooke, his dog Harley, his mother Lena, and father Jerry, his brother Jerry, and his spouse Krystal as well as many other family members and friends who are our family.

 Jeff enjoyed all...

Oct 7, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a cherished husband, father and

grandfather, Vincent “Vince” Soisson, who, at the age of 60, succumbed to the challenges

posed by Frontotemporal dementia. His departure on October 7, 2023 leaves a void in our lives,

but his legacy of strength, courage, and unwavering faith will forever be etched in our hearts.

Vince approached...

Oct 6, 2023

Louis John Kara died in Redlands on October 6, after a brief illness, at age 76. Born January 6, 1947, to Louis and Julia (Daly) Kara in Berwyn, IL, he moved to Riverside at age 12 with his family. After graduating from Ramona High School, Lou enlisted in the U. S. Navy. He enjoyed serving on USS Saratoga, USS Albany,...

Oct 6, 2023

Oct 1, 2023

In Loving Memory of Stephen Regester

Stephen Regester, beloved husband to Marlene Regester, devoted father to Steve, Lesha, Jason, Tanya, Nicole, Dominque, Reggie, and Michael, and cherished grandfather to Yasmine, Miko, John, Aalease, Ian, Keiarrah, Kamilah, Makyah, Perry, Sabrina, Jada, David, Aliesha, Gabriella, Christian, Juanest, RJ, Lydia, Liana, Maxine, Luke, and Malachi, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2023.

Stephen was a...

Sep 29, 2023

In loving memory of

Richard (Richie) Caruso,

June 20, 1957 - September 29, 2023

Richard Caruso was born in Redlands, California, on June 20, 1957, and peacefully passed away on September 29, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family and friends.

He is survived by his cherished partner Colleen, his adoring grandson Jeffrey, his three brothers Albert, John, Bill, and his loving sister Evelyn. Richard...

Sep 26, 2023

Josette Thérèse Frontin Melzer, of Redlands CA, died at age 97 on September 26, 2023, with three generations of loving family by her side.

Josette was born on July 28, 1926, in St. Samson, Brittany, France, to Joseph and Thérèse (Coinon) Frontin, and grew up in Dinard, France, where she received her early education at Trinitaire boarding school, forming life-long friendships...

Sep 24, 2023

The spunky and beautiful Maria de Los Angeles’s love of life did not end with her passing. She is survived by her most treasured assets: her children, Johanna, Jesus, and Ruben, and twelve grandchildren. Along with her siblings, Carmen, Luz, Samuel, and Loretto. They are committed to continuing her legacy by living life to its fullest. Maria was an accomplished...