obituaries
Lawrence Arthur Ybanez
May 7, 2025
In Loving Memory of Lawrence A. "Pelon" Ybanez
October 5, 1950 – May 7, 2025
Lawrence A. Ybanez, lovingly known as "Pelon," passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on October 5, 1950, Lawrence was a proud veteran who served his country with honor in the United States Army...
Marcilyn Kaye Hammond
May 6, 2025
Heaven has gained a truly wonderful soul as Marcilyn Kaye Hill Hammond, 67, of Bakersfield, CA, passed away in her home surrounded by her loving family. Marcilyn was born April 1, 1958, in Ft Worth, Texas. Marcilyn achieved many successes in life, but what she was most proud of were her children, grandchildren, and the family she had made....
Hector Jesus Garcia
Apr 27, 2025
In Loving Memory of Hector Jesus Garcia
January 7, 1976 – April 27, 2025
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase." — Martin Luther King Jr.
Hector Jesus Garcia, a devoted father, loyal brother, and faithful son, passed away on April 27, 2025, in Bakersfield, California,...
Jeff Warren Wiley
Apr 26, 2025
Obituary for Jeff Warren Wiley
Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Jeff Warren Wiley, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, in Bakersfield, California.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Donna Wiley, and their four daughters: Pamela Valdez (Gilbert Valdez), Dee Dee Strong, Kimberly Smith (Bret Smith), and Kara Flynn (Jared...
Gregory Scott King
Apr 25, 2025
Greg King, 60, passed away of natural causes at his home in southern California on April 25, 2025. Greg was born on November 23, 1964, in Everett, Washington to Roger King and Helena Haga King. He spent his early years in nearby Stanwood, moving to north Everett as a young boy. He attended local schools, graduating from King's Garden...
Mary Helen Mendez
Apr 25, 2025
Mary Helen Mendez
May 26, 1943 – April 25, 2025
Mary Helen Mendez, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend,
passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on April 25, 2025, at the age of 81.
Born on May 26, 1943 to Jesus and Isabel Salazar, Mary lived a life full...
John Dewayne Ross
Apr 23, 2025
John Dewayne Ross, age 48, of Bakersfield, California, passed away on April 23, 2025. A beloved father, grandfather, brother, son and friend, John will be remembered for his strength, kindness, and unwavering love for his family and community.
He is survived by his father Frank Ross, sister Jenifer Deltoro, sister Jennifer and her husband Matt, children John...
Angie Ornelas
Apr 23, 2025
Angie Ornelas was born on May 14, 1947 in Tornillo,Texas to parents Ancelmo Ornelas and Concepcion Mendoza. She grew up in the town of Tornillo,Texas. The Ornelas family relocated to Bakersfield, California during her sophomore year of high school where she attended and graduated from Arvin High School.
Angie relocated to Los Angeles, California in 1968. During...
John Riley Littrell
Mar 26, 2025
John Riley littrell Jr, 72, of Bakersfield California died March 26th that is home he had shared with his wife. He was born on July 28th 1952, and Bakersfield california.
Son of John Riley littrell and Sally James Salisbury. He was preceded in death by his wife Darlene littrell, who he married in 1996 and they spent...
Robert Lee Smith
Mar 24, 2025
Robert Lee Smith was born on New Year's Eve, 1955. He was the eldest child of Robert Lee and Georgia Mae Smith. He spent his earliest years with his parents in Los Angeles, and after their divorce, his mother returned to her hometown of Delano, California, with him and his siblings in tow.
They were one of...
Jose Juan Tovar
Mar 19, 2025
José J. Tovar was born on October 27, 1974, in San Pedro, California, and he passed away on March 19, 2024, at the age of 50. He resided in Bakersfield, California, where he was a devoted father to his three children: Lezette Tovar, Marie Tovar, and Jose Rafael Tovar.
José was known for his kindness and willingness...
Ty Daniel Burrows
Mar 13, 2025
Ty Daniel Burrows, a beloved son, brother and friend, passed away unexpectedly on March 13th, 2025 at the young age of 19 in Kern County, California. Ty was born on September 16th, 2005. He is survived by his parents Andrea and Eric Burrows, his brothers Alex and Andrew Helland, nephew Ashton Helland, and grandmother's Ute Fritz & Jennie Canfield....
