Obituaries

Jan 10, 2021

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce that Nicolas Peterson, at age 13, a beloved son, brother, grandson and family member passed away unexpectedly due to an accident on January 10th 2021. The world dimmed a little that day Nic was born in Richfield, Utah on December 19, 2008. Our white haired, blue eyed handsome boy is missed everyday...

Jan 6, 2021

Ida Ruth FlowersJune 27, 1937 - January 6, 2021Ida Ruth Flowers, 83, born to William and Elizabeth Bebout June 27, 1937 inBakersfield, CA Passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side.Ruth lived life full of love for God, family, and her friendsShe was one of the kindestpersons you would ever meet. Always putting everyone else before herself.She...

Jan 5, 2021

Kathleen ( Kathy ) Roche a long time residence of Kern County passed away Jan 5, 2021. Celebration of Life will beheld Saturday February 6, 2021 at Kern River Family Mortuary 1900 N. Chester Ave. Bakersfield ,CA 93308. Starting at 10:00 a.m. Masks are required at the service.

Jan 5, 2021

Kathleen ( Kathy ) Roche a long time residence of Kern County pass away in Bakersfield ,Ca on January 5, 2021. A Memorial services will be held on Saturday February 6, 2021 at Kern River Family Mortuary Chapel 1900 N. Chester Ave. Bakersfield , CA 93308. Starting at 10:00 a.m. Masks are required for the memorial service.

Jan 3, 2021

Earnest ( Baker ) Moyes a long time residence of Kern County passed way on Jan 3, 2021 his services are pending at this time.

Dec 31, 2020

Harriet Louise Russell, born July 1st, 1937 went to be with the Lord December 31st, 2020.No viewing is scheduled for Harriet - Funeral services will be on Saturday January 16, 2021 Starting at 10 a.m. at Kern River Family Mortuary Chapel 1900 N. Chester Ave. Bakersfield ,CA 93308 with a burial to follow at Greenlawn Cemetery River Blvd in Bakersfield...

Dec 19, 2020

Colleen Waite, 90, Passed away December 19th due to Covid-19. Colleen was born February 17, 1930 in Mesquite, Nevada to James Elmer and Mary Emily Abbott Hughes. Following graduation from high school, Colleen married Cecil Erwin Waite on August 18, 1948 in the LDS Salt Lake Temple.In 1951 they moved to Bakersfield, California as Erwin began a 33 year career...

Nov 28, 2020

CARL "PETE" PETERSONJuly 9, 1928 - November 28, 2020Carl "Pete" Peterson peacefully joined our Lord and his family in Heaven on Saturday, November 28, 2020 with his devoted wife of 70 years, Nancy, and his children by his side. Carl is remembered for his dedication to his country and community for having served alongside the Greatest Generation in WWII/Korea, working...

Oct 27, 2020

Edward E. Hodge went to be with the Lord on October 27, 2020 . His Celebration of life will be held on Saturday December 5, 2020 starting time will be at 11:00. Kern River Family Mortuary Chapel . 1900 N. Chester Ave.Bakersfield ,CA 93308661-392-9010

Oct 22, 2020

JAMES EDWARD COOKE SR, “JIM”June 6, 1959- October 22, 2020 James Edward Cooke Sr, “Jim”, passed on Thursday, October 22, 2020 where he resided in Bakersfield, California. After a difficult 5-week fight for his life, Jim succumbed from his injuries from a motorcycle crash, at 61 years of age.Jim was born on June 6, 1959 in Salinas, California to Leo...

Oct 22, 2020

Services are pending for JAMES COOKE, Who passed away on Oct 22, 2020

Oct 6, 2020

Karen Kay CookeAugust 5, 1960 – October 6, 2020Karen Cooke gained her wings and went to be with the Lord on the evening of October 6, 2020 after succumbing to her injuries from a tragic accident, she was 60 years old. Karen was born Karen K. Curry in Joplin, Mo. on August 5, 1960 to parents Robert E. Lee and...

Oct 6, 2020

Services are pending at this time for KAREN COOKE,Who passed away on Oct 6, 2020

Sep 17, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Bernadine Diane Hartline announces her passing on Thursday, September 17th, 2020. Bernadine was born in Fresno, California to Benjamin and Bertha Heitkotter on March 9th, 1933. Bernadine resided in many places throughout her 87 years and for the last 30 years she resided in Shafter, California. Bernadine will be lovingly remembered...

Aug 31, 2020

Charles Michael SmothermanApril 23, 1964 - August 31, 2020Charles (Chuck) Smotherman passed away after his battle with cancer on August 31, 2020 in Bakersfield, California at home and in the company of his loving wife, as was his wish. Born on April 23,1964 to Mary Lou Thomas, he was the youngest of 6 children and attended several local elementary and...

Aug 31, 2020

Charles Michael SmothermanApril 23, 1964 - August 31, 2020Charles (Chuck) Smotherman passed away after his battle with cancer on August 31, 2020 in Bakersfield, California at home and in the company of his loving wife, as was his wish. Born on April 23,1964 to Mary Lou Thomas, he was the youngest of 6 children and attended several local elementary and...

Aug 31, 2020

Aug 30, 2020

Dr. L. Wayne QuinnJuly 20, 1928 – August 30, 2020 Wayne was born in Dacoma, Oklahoma, to the proud parents of Walter and Docia Quinn. He was one of five children. At age 14, Wayne dedicated his life to full time ministry. Upon graduating from the Colorado Springs Bible College in 1950, he accepted his first pastorate in Hillsboro, Texas....

Aug 18, 2020

Arlene E. Naegelin born in San Francisco , Ca June 1947 and passed Aug 18, 2020 in Bakersfield , CaViewing will be Wednesday September 2, Starting at 5 p.m to 7 p.m at Kern River Family Mortuary Chapel 1900 N. Chester Ave. Bakersfield ,Ca 93308. With a out side Rosary and Mass to follow on Thursday September 3 at Christ...

Aug 9, 2020

Ann Carroll (Chamberlain) StewartMay 16, 1930-August 9, 2020Ann died on August 9, 2020 at home and in the company of loving family members in Forresthill, California as was her wish. She was born on May 16, 1930 to Josiah and Geneva Chamberlain. The youngest of 9 children, she was born and raised in Orderville, Utah and always had a great...