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...
Betty Noriega, born on July 14, 1940, in Glendale, Arizona, departed this world on July 17, 2025, in Carson, California, following a courageous two-year battle with pancreatic cancer. The love she exuded and the joy she brought to those around her will be cherished forever.
Betty was a beacon of light, beloved for her infectious laugh and beautiful smile. Her kind-heartedness...
In loving memory of Tomiko Eno, affectionately known as "Tomi," a cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend whose spirit radiated warmth and joy. Born on March 24, 1925, in Sego, Utah, she journeyed through life with a smile that could brighten the dullest of days. Tomi passed peacefully on July 16, 2025, in El Segundo, California, surrounded by her...
Dorothy Doma Bonacich was born May 13th 1932 at the San Pedro Hospital to Frank and Frances Bonacich, baby sister to Andrew and Katherine. She was an important influence and enthusiastic participant in the lives of all her nieces and nephews, as well as her extended family. She also had many close friends in San Pedro and remained close to...
Haru Matsubara Blanchard, beloved mother and friend, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025 at the age of 101. She was a long time resident of Gardena, and a member of the Gardena Valley Baptist Church.
Haru was born on May 10, 1924 in Toyko, Japan, and was know by friends for her warm and caring heart.
A private graveside service will...