Obituaries

Brenda Kay McClenny

Brenda Kay McClenny

Apr 15, 2018

Brenda Kay McClenny (Abbott)1948~ 2018 Funeral Services will Beheld on Tuesday April 24 , 2018 at 2:00 P.MAt the Bakersfield National Cemetery30338 East Bear Mountain BlvdArvin, CA 93203With a reception to follow services. Brenda was born and raised in Oildale, Ca. To Floyd and Mae Abbott. Her dad and mom built a home on Teakwood dr and she lived there...

Jesus Ochoa

Jesus Ochoa

Apr 12, 2018

Jesus Ochoa Born in Colton California in 1927 he was a long time resident of Kern County for 80 years entered into rest on April 12, 2018 in Bakersfield . Mr Ochoa will be laid to rest in the Bakersfield National Cemetery on April 27 at 10:00 a.m. A celebration of life will follow the service at the VFW hall...

Judith Wren

Judith Wren

Apr 3, 2018

Judith “Judi” Wren (née Smith) died peacefully, surrounded by her family on April 3, 2018 in Bakersfield, California at the age of 72.Judi is survived by her two daughters and son-in laws, Lesly Minney and Joseph Minney, and Camille Houchin and Ben Houchin. Her three grandchildren Emily Mason with son-in-law TJ Mason, Johnny Tait, Bennett Houchin, and one step-grandchild, Connor...

Sharon Lee Zuccaro

Sharon Lee Zuccaro

Mar 24, 2018

Sharon Lee Zuccaro passed away on March 24, 2018 after a battle with illness. She was surrounded by those whose lives she had impacted the most--her children and grandchildren.Sharon was the second born to Leland Zook & Suzann Kent on August 1, 1949, in Richland, Washington. During her childhood years, she lived in Castle Rock Co; Colorado Springs, Co; Woodland...

William Archer Scott

William Archer Scott

Feb 23, 2018

Born January 3rd 1922 in Garnett, Kansas. Bill served in the 24th Infantry Division in the Philippines and survived 3 different beach assault landings on the island of Leyte, Luzon and Corregidor. He was awarded 2 purple hearts, a bronze star and a silver star for valor in combat. But was very humble about his service.Bill worked for the Bakersfield...

Katherine Whitfield Darnell

Katherine Whitfield Darnell

Feb 21, 2018

Katherine Whitfield DarnellApril 1, 1932 - February 21, 2018On Wednesday, February 21 Heavenly Father called home one of his best as Mary Katherine Darnell returned to the Celestial. She was greatly beloved by the valiants who sat vigil and also the many abroad who were present in spirit at her passing.Katherine was born in Seminole, OK to Eugene and Mary...

John LeRoy McCaa

John LeRoy McCaa

Feb 20, 2018

John LeRoy McCaaSeptember 18, 1951- February 20, 2018 Our Heavenly Father called John LeRoy McCaa home on Tuesday, February 20, 2018, at the age of 66. John, born to James Orval and Dortha Maxine McCaa, where he was one of eight children, was raised in Bakersfield, California. John worked in the mortgage business for over 30 years. In recent years,...

Verna Mae Jackson

Verna Mae Jackson

Feb 19, 2018

Obituary – Verna Mae JacksonVerna Mae Jackson November 8, 1962 - February 19, 2018 Born in Los Angeles to parents Oscar and Mary Jo Moss. Verna was raised with her siblings, James, Matthew and Cindy in Compton and Shafter, graduating from Shafter High in 1980. In 1985 Verna married Ron Jackson and had one daughter, Billie Jo. Verna was blessed...

Billy J. Taylor

Billy J. Taylor

Feb 11, 2018

Funeral Service for Billy J. Taylor is scheduled for Friday March 9, 2018 10:00 am at Kern River Family Chapel 1900 North Chester Ave. Bakersfield, CA. Burial to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park.Friday, March 09, 201810:00 AM

Norman LeRoy Laxson

Norman LeRoy Laxson

Feb 9, 2018

Norman Laxson resident of Bakersfield, passed away on February 9, 2018 at the age of 83. Norman was born on December 19, 1934 in Pond, CA and raised in McFarland.He worked for many years as a milkman in the Delano/McFarland area, and then as an insurance agent for Inter-Coast Life Insurance where he was named Rookie of the Year 1965....

Murrill C. Wagoner

Murrill C. Wagoner

Feb 1, 2018

Born October 25, 1940 in Bakersfield, CA. Entered rest February 1, 2018.A Memorial Service is scheduled for Thursday March 8, 2018 - 1:00 p.m. at Kern River Family Mortuary Chapel.Thursday, March 08, 20181:00 PM

Danny E. Gott

Danny E. Gott

Jan 11, 2018

Viewing for Danny will be start at 6p.m to 8 p.m on Friday Jan 19 at Kern River Family Mortuary Chapel 1900 N. Chester Ave with a Memorial on Saturday Jan 20 starting at 2p.m at Kern River Family Mortuary Chapel.Its very difficult t put into words what Danny meant to all of us he truly was one of a...

Kenneth Cossey Johnson

Kenneth Cossey Johnson

Jan 5, 2018

Kenneth Cossey JohnsonKenny was born to Kenny and Brenda Johnson on July 16, 1993 in Bakersfield, Ca. and returned home to be with the lord on January 5th, 2018.Kenny is survived by his wife Reanne R. Johnson, kids Mona, Riley, and Bella. Parents; Kenneth D. and Brenda B. Johnson.Grandparents; John Wayne Millington, Jimmy H. Cossey, Robert R. Johnson, and Judee...

William Davies

William Davies

Dec 6, 2017

William Horsley Davies (Bill) was born in Mar Vista, California, September 8, 1926 to William Ervin Davies and Lily Stewart Horsley. He returned to his heavenly home on Wednesday, December 6, 2017, at the age of 91. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family. He attended Kern Union High School, and at the age of seventeen Bill joined the Navy...

Robert Johnson

Robert Johnson

Nov 16, 2017

Robert (Bob) Alan Johnson, 81, passed away peacefully November 16th, 2017 at Divine Mercy Guest Home II, Bakersfield Ca. Bob was born in San Bernardino, Ca on April 5th, 1936 to Jewell and Helen (Long) Johnson. Bob grew up in Upland, CA, and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He graduated from Chaffey...

Robert Darrow

Robert Darrow

Jul 23, 2017

Robert was born in New London, CT on July 25, 1945 - to Joseph and Evelyn (Sawicky) Darrow. He has been a resident of Kern County for over three decades. Robert is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie - as well as many beloved family members.He served honorably in the United States Air Force. A Committal Service, with Full Military...

Elsie Langston

Elsie Langston

Jul 23, 2017

Elsie Marie Langston, was born February 06, 1929 in Wichita Falls, TX to Elzie and Ida (Van Winkle) Black. She has been a resident of Kern County for nearly five decades.A Graveside Service is scheduled for 10:00 am Tuesday August 8th 2017 at Hillcrest Memorial Park 9101 Kern Canyon Road Bakersfield, CA 93306

Tommy Parker

Tommy Parker

Jul 21, 2017

Tommy was born on July 10, 1953 in Taft, CA to Alfey and Jewel (Underwood) Parker. He has been a resident of Kern County for all of his life. Tommy served honorably in the United States Army. He is survived by his loving wife, Ereline - as well as many beloved family members.A Committal Service with Full Military Honors, is...

Jose Cardenas

Jose Cardenas

Jul 21, 2017

Services are pending

Charles Dennen

Charles Dennen

Jul 13, 2017

Charles Louis Dennen, was born May 10, 1944 in Bakersfield, CA to Charles and Esther (Cryts) Dennen. He has been a resident of Kern County for his entire life.Charles service honorably in the United States Navy. He is survived by his loving wife, Juanita as well as many beloved family members. A Committal Service with Full Military Honors, is scheduled...