Obituaries

Kerry Lynn Martorano

Kerry Lynn Martorano

Nov 25, 2024

Kerry Lynn Martorano, born on July 22, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on November 25, 2024 in Woodland Hills, California, after a courageous battle with cancer. Kerry was a loving housewife and she also demonstrated her leadership skills during a successful six-year tenure as a department manager in the retail industry. She enjoyed bowling and loved to play bingo. 

Kerry...

Remedios Yalung San Juan

Remedios Yalung San Juan

Nov 17, 2024

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Laura Elidia Melgar

Laura Elidia Melgar

Nov 15, 2024

Laura was born in San Rafael Las Flores, Guatemala on May 18, 1938, to Gilberto and Norbertina Rodriquez.

She had six siblings; she is survived by three of them.

In 1958, she married Rafael Melgar. They had four children (Sergio, Byron, Mario and Ingrid) during their marriage.

In 1965, Laura immigrated to California. Subsequently, she opened her own beauty salon “Laura’s” in Culver...

Connie Lorraine Morgan

Connie Lorraine Morgan

Nov 9, 2024

Connie Lorraine Morgan, a vibrant spirit whose laughter could light up any room, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2024 in Simi Valley, California, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 12 1946, in Los Angeles, Connie's journey through life was marked by both dedication and joy, leaving an indelible impact on  all who had the privilege to...

Donna Marie Alexander

Donna Marie Alexander

Nov 3, 2024

Donna Marie Alexander, 97 of Torrance, California, passed quietly on November 3rd 2024 in Thousand Oaks, California. Born on February 4, 1927 in Battle Creek, Michigan, Donna dedicated her life to her family, leaving behind a legacy of love and wonderful memories.

In 1929, Donna’s family moved to Sydney, Australia, where she attended grammar and high school, followed by business college....

Richard Wills Sutherland

Richard Wills Sutherland

Oct 22, 2024

Richard (Rick) Wills Sutherland, 54, passed away at his home in Simi Valley, CA on October 22, 2024. He was born on May 21, 1970 in Massachusetts to Judith A. Sutherland (d. 2/5/2016) and John R. Sutherland. Rick grew up in Thousand Oaks and later settled in Simi Valley, CA. He was able to achieve his lifelong dream of opening...

Joyce Ann Abrunzo

Joyce Ann Abrunzo

2024

Joyce Ann Abrunzo, nee Cole

Joyce passed away on October 19, 2024.

Born February 12, 1947 in the area of Morgantown, West Virginia; she moved with her family across the U.S., and settled in Norther California. Marriage & family moved her finally to Thousand Oaks, where she has resided for the past dozen or so years. She is survived by husband Victor,...

Peter Courtney Grace

Peter Courtney Grace

Oct 13, 2024

In Loving Memory of Peter Courtney Grace

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Peter Grace, a cherished husband, devoted father, who peacefully departed this world on October 13, 2024, at the age of 63.

Born on September 11, 1961, in Boston, Massachusetts, Peter was the oldest of five children to Karl A. Grace and Jeanne Hannon Grace....

Gail Cicio Ireland

Gail Cicio Ireland

Oct 9, 2024

Gail Cicio Ireland, a devoted wife, mother, beloved educator, and passionate genealogist, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2024, surrounded by family and holding the love of her life’s hand, “Russy” in Simi Valley, California.

Born on December 21, 1937, in Worcester, Massachusetts, to John and Mary Cicio, Gail lived a life rich in love, learning, and laughter. She is survived...

Michael Lee Johnson

Michael Lee Johnson

Oct 8, 2024

Please view the Obituary for MIke using this link.  

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Maria De Los Angeles Cortez

Maria De Los Angeles Cortez

Oct 7, 2024

Maria De Los Angeles Cortez, known by those that love her, Angela Cortez, was born January 25th, 1972, in Colonia Constitución in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico to mother Maria de Jesus Cortez and father Roberto Cortez. In Tijuana, Mexico, she became a big sister to Veronica Cortez in 1973, and Robert Cortez in 1974. At age 6 years old, Angela and...

Christine Marie Brown

Christine Marie Brown

Oct 6, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Christine Marie Brown announce her passing on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at the age of 88. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Joaquin and Bertha Di Martino. 

She will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her daughters, Roseann and Robin, who have as big a...

Charles P. Overkleeft

Charles P. Overkleeft

Oct 1, 2024

Charles P. Overkleeft, affectionately known as Chuck, was born on December 1, 1928, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He peacefully departed this world on October 1, 2024, in Simi Valley, California, after spending his final days in the comfort of home hospice.

Chuck was a man of many talents and passions. His career blossomed within the aerospace industry, where he applied his...

Travis Searcy

Travis Searcy

2024

Travis Searcy 1938-2024

Travis Searcy, 85, passed away on September 27, 2024, in Thousand Oaks, California. He was born in Alamogordo, New Mexico on November 5, 1938, to John Henry Searcy and Mary Esther (McDonald) Searcy. He attended Alamogordo High School before studying Industrial Arts at Western New Mexico University in Silver City, New Mexico. To earn his way through school,...

Rita Marie Landon

Rita Marie Landon

Sep 18, 2024

Rita Marie Landon, a Simi Valley resident since 1964, entered into eternal rest on September 18, 2024, at age 94.

Rita and her late husband of 62 years, Richard Landon, raised 6 daughters. Rita was preceded in death by her husband, Richard, parents, John and Catherine Peterson, as well as her daughter Elaine Young. She is survived by daughters Kathleen Landon,...

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