Ethel Jean Davis
Dec 18, 2025
Ethel Jean, the only child of Richard and Josie Brogdon, was born on February 16, 1938 at Florence Crittenden Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Ethel was educated in the Detroit Public Schools system (Wingert Elementary School, McMichael Junior High School and Northwestern High School).
Throughout Ethel’s formative and early adult years in Detroit, she attended Ebenezer A.M.E. Church and St. Stephens A.M.E....
Manuel Ramirez Torres
Dec 20, 2025
Manuel R. Torres, 99, of San Pedro, California (“La Rambla”), was born on June 25, 1926, and passed away peacefully at home on December 20, 2025.
He is survived by his loving wife, Rita; his children; his stepchildren; many grandchildren; one brother; and three sisters.
Manuel proudly served in the United States Army during World War II. He was deeply proud of...
Dennis Clay St. John
Nov 30, 2025
For all those who knew Denny, they knew his larger-than-life personality. He had a laugh that echoed through any room, and with it came an air of sincerity. Upon seeing you, Denny reached in for a hug and offered you his unbridled self. He was a man who stood firm in his beliefs and loved those around him with all...
Theresa Pokras Escobar
Dec 21, 2025
Theresa Pokras Escobar, born March 3, 1944, passed away peacefully at her home on December 21, 2025. She was 81 years old.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, to Salvatore and Rosalia Ravalli, Theresa moved to San Pedro, California, in the 1950s, graduating from San Pedro High in 1962. Theresa relocated to Baltimore afterwards, where she attended Towson State University and held...
Ruben Briseno Espinoza
Jan 2, 2026
Ruben B. Espinoza passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 3, 1941, in Jerez, Zacatecas, Mexico.
A devout Catholic, Ruben lived his life guided by faith, humility, and gratitude. His belief in God was a source of strength throughout his life and a foundation for the values he instilled in his...
Marietta Acuesta Sison
Dec 30, 2025
Marietta Sison, 74, of Corona, California, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by loved ones, on December 30, 2025.
Marietta was born on January 19, 1951, in Manila, Philippines, to Pacita and Adolfo Acuesta. She was one of three sisters, preceded by her older sister, Emily, and followed by her younger sister, Corazon. In 1969, she married the love of...
Paul Curtis McLellan Jr.
Dec 8, 2025
Paul C. McLellan, Jr.
Colonel, USAF (Ret.)
Paul died of natural causes in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA on the 8th of December 2025.
He was born on October 24, 1935 in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, the second son of Paul & Mildred McLellan descendants of John and Elizabeth Howland who were Mayflower pilgrims.
The majority of his childhood was spent in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. He was...
Amy Sonoe Murakami Shimizu
Dec 26, 2025
With love and remembrance, we honor the life of Amy Murakami Shimizu (78 years old), who passed away on December 26, 2025, following an 18 month battle with cancer.
Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, Amy’s family moved to the mainland at the age of 9 and made Los Angeles her home where she built a life defined by service, hard work and...
