Maritza Montenegro, born June 18, 1972, was a wonderful, strong, extraordinary woman and a loving mother to her two children. She was sent to beautiful, eternal paradise on September 22, 2025. She was 53 years old. Maritza was an extremely perseverant, diligent, intelligent, and powerful person. From a young age, she was the smartest out of all her siblings, bringing happiness...
Ruben Padilla, 72, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, in Moreno Valley, California surrounded by his family and brother, Benjamin Padilla. Born on September 7, 1953, in San Pedro, California, Ruben lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his craft, and his faith.
In 1975, Ruben married Carolyn, the love of his life. Together they shared 50 years...
Sherman Leroy McKinniss, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior in Rancho Mirage, CA, on September 20, 2025, at the age of 89, surrounded by family.
He was born in 1936 in the small township of Hawks, OH, to the late Darrell and Maude (Erwin) McKinniss, the fourth of fourteen children. Sherman attended Marseilles...
Kevin Ray Watson, passed away on September 19, 2025 in Mohave Valley, Arizona at the age of 63. He was born on November 23, 1961 in Long Beach, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray Watson and Dorothy (Escobedo) Watson of Carson, CA.
He is survived by his two children, Kevin, and Megan and his granddaughter, Audrey. He...
Raymond Edwin Carlson was born on November 10, 1946, to Thomas Carlson and Vivian Carlson. And he went to be with the Lord on September 18, 2025. Raymond was a Vietnam veteran of the 173rd Airborne (The Herd) in the United States Army deployed in Vietnam. He was proud of being in the 173rd Airborne even though he would not...
Mary Kathryn Bueno, born on August 7, 1929, in the picturesque state of Colorado, has left us to join her eternal rest on September 16, 2025, at the Harbor UCLA Medical Center. Her remarkable journey through life was marked by her unwavering spirit and boundless warmth, characteristics that touched the hearts of everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Mary's roots in...
Kathleen Ann Mardesich
July 4, 1943 – September 16, 2025
On September 16, 2025, in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, Kathleen Ann Mardesich passed away peacefully at the age of 82, surrounded by her loving family.
Kathleen was born on July 4, 1943, in San Pedro, California, to Henry “Babe” Kennerson and Ethel Wilma Kennerson. Being a true firecracker baby, she lit up every...
Whirry Walter Lee passed on September 16, 2025. He was born on January 21, 1933, to Hugh and Myrtle Whirry. He was born in McMinnville, Oregon. In August of 1936, his sister Jean was born. The family moved from Oregon to Inglewood, California.
He attended Caltech Los Angeles and Harvard University. He graduated with a master’s degree in electrical engineering. He...
Memorial Service &Celebration of Life________________________
BELOVED HUSBAND & FATHERStephen Alan Mintz________________________Memorial Service
DATEOctober 6, 2025TIME2:00 pmLOCATIONGreen Hills Memorial Park27501 S. Western Ave.Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275Upon arrival, tell the gate attendant that you are there for Stephen Mintz's memorial service,and they will direct you to the location.________________________Celebration of LifeThe celebration of life will follow the memorial service.LOCATIONThe Reef880 S. Harbor Scenic Dr.Long Beach, CA...