obituaries


Jose Juan Tovar

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

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....

Renee Sholee Arrenaviz

Renee Sholee Arrenaviz

Mar 8, 2025

In Loving Memory of Renee Shollee Arrenaviz

July 10, 1983 – March 8, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Renee Shollee Arrenaviz, many also new her by who left this world far too soon on March 8, 2025. Renee was a bright light in the lives of all who knew...

Ruben Flores

Ruben Flores

Mar 3, 2025

Ruben Flores November 14, 1935 – March 3, 2025 (Age 89)

Born in San Antonio, Texas

Ruben also lived throughout the Southwest United States, and in numerous cities in Los Angeles and Orange Counties, California. He last lived in Bakersfield, California.

Ruben is survived by his wife of almost 72 years, Guadalupe Lee...

Henry  Leonard  Mercure, Sr.

Henry Leonard Mercure, Sr.

Mar 2, 2025

Len was born in Vermont on November 2, 1940. He was the youngest of 2 children of Henry E. and Lila (Martel) Mercure. While growing up, he enjoyed music, movies, and cars. In his childhood, he was given the gift of an erector set, and from that he learned to create and tinker, which became a lifelong hobby that...

Henry Ramirez

Henry Ramirez

Mar 1, 2025

Henry Ramirez, a beacon of laughter and love, left this world on March 1, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on May 25, 1970, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, Henry's life was a testament to the power of caring and compassion. He passed away in Bakersfield, California, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and generosity...

Gregory Todd Roach

Gregory Todd Roach

Feb 7, 2025

Gregory Todd Roach passed away Friday, February 7, 2025, at his home in Bakersfield, CA. Gregg was born December 26, 1969, in Statesboro, GA. He was the oldest of 5 children born to Patricia Fuentes. While he moved around the country over his life, he lived most of his life in Bakersfield. He was proud of his Puerto Rican...

Patrick Kevin Walsh

Patrick Kevin Walsh

Jan 31, 2025

Patrick Kevin Walsh

Kevin was born in Chicago and was survived by his daughter, Tamara Walsh, his sister, Maureen Walsh, his nephew, Michael Walsh, great nieces, Alayna Harber and Kourtney Kurps, great nephew, Michael Walsh, and his longtime partner, Dot Lodin. He loved golf, The Cubs, The Bears, reading, and while living in the Bay Area, his...