Bertha 'Birdies' Olmos, 78, of Wilmington, CA passed away on July 20, 2025 at Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, caring sister & dear friend to many.
Bertha was known for her ability to create moments of intense excitement, bitter defeat, & hilarious inside jokes. She was a master at causing...
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Garland Alley, a longtime resident of the South Bay, who has gone home to be with the Lord.
Garland was born in 1946 in San Antonio, Texas, and moved with his family to Redondo Beach in 1947. He is survived by his two siblings, Danny Alley and Susan Hyduke.
He attended...
With great sadness we announce the passing of Violet A. Dragich (97), a beloved Wife, Mother, Grand-Mother, Great-Grand Mother, on Saturday July 16th, Palos Verdes Estates, California. Daughter of immigrant Croatian parents, Miro & Mamie (Borcich) Satalich, she was born in San Pedro, CA on October 29, 1927. She was raised in San Pedro and graduated from San Pedro High...
Robert “Bob” Anthony Santich passed peacefully surrounded by family and holding the hand of his beloved wife of 64 years, Rose. His final moments were filled with the same love, warmth, and quiet strength that defined his life.
Bob was a loving husband, a caring father, a proud Papa, a respected businessman, and a true Trojan. He found happiness in the...
Bob Kopecek, 67, longtime resident of San Pedro passed away unexpectedly on July 19, 2025. Bob was born on March 12, 1958 and raised in Palos Verdes with his brother, Joe and sister, Paula. He was a graduate of Palos Verdes High School and earned his Bachelor of Science from UCLA. He participated in the marching band at both schools....
James Richardson (1941-2025)
James Richardson was born January 2, 1941 in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was the first of eleven children born to Moses and Delphine Watkins Richardson, who preceded him in transitioning. James graduated from San Pedro High School, where his love for Track and Field began. James received his bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from California State University, Long Beach...
Rosita Cudal Abad was born December 18,1932 in San Narcisco Zambales, Philippines and was 92 years of age. Surrounded by loved ones, Rosita completed her journey here on earth and began her eternal life on July 19th, 2025. During the last 8 years of her life, she resided in Mission Viejo California to be close to family.
Rosita embodied a beautiful...
Dr. Gary A. Uriu, 78-year-old, Vietnam veteran, a long-time resident of Captain Cook, Hawaii, died at his home unexpectantly in July, 2025. Dr. Uriu was born in Weiser, Idaho. His early years were spent in eastern Oregon and Idaho. Later, the family moved to Gardena, California and then to nearby Carson. He attended Gardena High School, graduated with bachelor’s degree...
Paul Bartow, affectionately known as "Sparky" or "Skooby," was born on June 24, 1986, in Harbor City. He brought joy and laughter into the lives of everyone around him with his warm spirit and infectious humor. Paul cherished his time with loved ones, always eager to share a smile or a good laugh. His passions were as varied as his...