James Yukio Hojo
Aug 12, 2014
James, the son of Seitaro and Miyki Hojo, was born June 15, 1923 in Palm, California and peacefully passed away on August 12, 2014 in Lomita, California. He was preceded in death by Reiko, the love of his life and wife for over 50 years. James is survived by his devoted nephews and nieces, Ronald (Sandra) Hojo, Irene (Kevin) Collier,...
Mary Lou Hernandez
Aug 11, 2014
Mary Lou Hernandez, the daughter of Joseph and Nickey Escandon, passed away on August 11, 2014 at the age of 72. She was born in Roswell, New Mexico on February 24, 1942, and was a longtime resident of Torrance, California. She is preceded in death by her siblings, Alvino Escandon, Gloria Depina, Joe Escandon, and survived by her children, Joanne...
Mary Lou "Baba" Lipanovich
Aug 11, 2014
Mary Lou "Baba" Lipanovich, the daughter of Andrew and Francis Devlahovich, passed away on August 11, 2014 at the age of 82. She was born on July 19, 1932 and was a longtime resident of San Pedro. She is preceded in death by her son, Andy Lipanovich, and is survived by her children, Joe (Christina) Lipanovich, Francine (Ron) Cross, Pete...
Ruth S. Propst
Aug 9, 2014
Ruth S. Propst, the daughter of Ray and Cora Shoppe, passed away on August 9, 2014 at the age of 89. She was born in Johnsbury, Vermont on July 3, 1925, and was a resident of Rancho Palos Verdes, California. She is survived by her sons, Robert D. Propst, William S. Propst, and Thomas A. Propst. She will be greatly...
Patricia Kilfoyle
Aug 8, 2014
Patricia Kilfoyle (Kolk) age 86 passed away on Aug. 8th, 2014 in Murrieta CA. A resident of Palos Verdes, CA for over 50 years, Pat was the second of four children born to Dorothy and Richard Kilfoyle on January 10, 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio. She grew up on a farm in rural Ohio and graduated from Notre Dame High School...
Rebecca "Beckee" Louise Coulter
Aug 7, 2014
Beckee lost her long and hard fought battle with cancer. We are saddened by her passing but are confident she is now at peace with her Heavenly Father. She was born Oct. 1, 1949 to Richard and Lucille Martz in Lynwood, CA and went home to the Lord at age 64 on Aug. 7, 2014. Always welcoming, joyful and encouraging,...
Sayoko Y. Tominaga
Aug 7, 2014
Sayoko Y. Tominaga was born in Fukuoka, Japan on July 19, 1928. She was a naturalized citizen and long time resident of San Pedro. Sayoko passed away on August 7, 2014. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, George Tominaga; daughters, JoAnn Y. Tominaga (Michael Nixon), Dr. Gail T. Tominaga (Eric Sandberg) and son, Brian Y. Tominaga (Diane);...
Estella A. Franco
Aug 5, 2014
Estella A. Franco, the daughter of Eustaqio and Josephine Madrid, passed away on August 5, 2014 at the age of 85. She was born on January 30, 1929 and resided in Topanga, California. She was the second oldest of 13 children. Estella is survived by her children, Rebecca Franco, Joe (Tanna) Franco, Patty Franco, Bill (Carol) Franco, John Franco, as...
John Joseph Wynard
Aug 5, 2014
John Joseph Wynard, the son of John and Maria Wynard, passed away on August 5, 2014 at the age of 93. He was born in the Dominican Republic on August 9, 1920, was a longtime resident of San Pedro and worked as a carpenter for many years. He is survived by his son, Juan Wynard, granddaughter Valerie Wynard, siblings, as...
John Paul Marin
Aug 4, 2014
John Paul Marin (Marincovich) 94, of Torrance and Avalon, CA died on Monday, August 4, 2014 at his residence. He was born in Avalon, CA, son of the late Mike and Mary Marincovich. He was the loving husband of Josette Marin. They were married 51 years. John split his time between living on the mainland and Catalina Island all his...