Obituaries

Nellie Joyce Macy

Nellie Joyce Macy

Aug 19, 2024

Joyce Macy passed away August 19th of 2024 in Bakersfield CA. Joyce was born December 18th, 1937 in Durant OK. She is survived by two siblings: her brother Henry Webb and sister Gene Spiegle, her nieces Beth Gedney and Tracy Webb, and nephew Allen March.

Joyce Graduated from Wasco High in 1952. She was a Majorette and also competed on the...

Selena L. Lark - Younger

Selena L. Lark - Younger

Aug 18, 2024

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Selena Lark-Younger, peacefully passed away on the afternoon of August 18, 2024, after a lengthy illness. She was 79 years old. Although much of her life was spent in the New York Tri-State Area, she spent her final years in Bakersfield, CA.

Selena is survived by her three children: Craig Lark of Bakersfield, CA (wife...

Brenda P. Lawencer

Brenda P. Lawencer

Aug 11, 2024

Today we honor the life of Brenda Lawrence.

Brenda was born on June 4, 1957. She met her husband, Richard Lawrence in the year of 1977. They fell in love and married shortly after in October of 1977. Together they had two daughters, Lisa and Tiffany Lawrence and two grandchildren Samantha and Jude.

Brenda was a wife, a mother, and a wonderful...

Marilyn June Moore

Marilyn June Moore

Aug 11, 2024

Marilyn June Moore   

7/10/1948-08/11/2024

Marilyn Moore passed away peacefully on Sunday August 11, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was a lifelong nurse in Bakersfield until she retired to care for her parents. Marilyn was a 4th generation rancher on the land her family homesteaded. She is preceded in death by her father Russell Laurence Moore, mother Bette Louise Moore, and...

Claus P. Cihal

Claus P. Cihal

Aug 11, 2024

Claus ( Pete ) Cihal passed away in Bakersfield, Ca on August 11, 2024 more information to follow. 

Patricia Ann Anglin

Patricia Ann Anglin

Aug 10, 2024

Patricia A. Anglin passed away in Bakersfield, Ca on August 10, 2024 more information to follow. 

Larry R. Minyard Jr

Larry R. Minyard Jr

Aug 10, 2024

Larry R. Minyard Jr. passed away on August 10, 2024 in Bakersfield, ca . More information to follow. 

Michael T. Smith

Michael T. Smith

Aug 7, 2024

Loss is never easy and it still does not feel real. Michael Travis Smith Sr. was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was born on April 25, 1961 in Santa Maria, California. He fought a long and tough battle with cancer for nearly two years, until he passed away on August 07, 2024.

He had a sharp mind...

Tamara L. Singer

Tamara L. Singer

Aug 6, 2024

Tamara L. Singer passed away on August 8, 2024 in Bakersfield, Ca Tamara resides in Tehachapi, Ca. She is survived by her loving husband Timothy Singer and her family. More information to follow. 

Beverly J Robinson

Beverly J Robinson

Aug 3, 2024

Beverly J. Robinson passed away on August 3, 2024 Bakersfield, Ca. She was a long time residence of Kern County.

Burial for Beverly is on Friday August 30,2024 starting at 10 a.m.  at the Bakersfield National Cemetery 30338 East Bear Mountain Blvd. Arvin , Ca 93203

Rudy A. Kennedy

Rudy A. Kennedy

Jul 24, 2024

Rudolph (Rudy) Aldus Kennedy 

Rudy was born on February 2nd, 1965, to Eugene and Nakota Kennedy. Rudy was the youngest of 7 children. Rudy passed away on the evening of July 24th, 2024, in Bakersfield, California, with his sister Gail Browning and favorite cousin Sherri Barber by his side. 

 Everyone who knew Rudy knew he was a kind, caring, and loving individual....

Timothy Ray Dorton

Timothy Ray Dorton

Jul 18, 2024

Timothy Ray Dorton, known affectionately as Tim, passed away on July 18, 2024, at the age of 57 in his hometown of Bakersfield, CA. Born on May 30, 1967, in Bakersfield, he was a son to the late Reverend John L. Dorton and Delores Juanita Dorton. Tim was preceded in death by his brother Rejis Rush (Speedy) and several beloved...

Jerrie Boster

Jerrie Boster

Jul 12, 2024

Jerrie Boster passed away on July 12, 2024 in Bakersfield, Ca 

Funeral services will be held at Kern River Family Mortuary Chapel 1900 N. Chester Ave, Bakersfield, Ca 93308 on Monday August 5, 2024 starting at 10:00 a.m with Burial to follow at the Bakersfield National Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her husband Jimmy who passed away...

Shelia Marie Fuller

Shelia Marie Fuller

Jul 4, 2024

Shelia Marie Fuller passed away on July 4, 2024, at the age of 64. She was born on December 27, 1958, in Bakersfield to William and Ruby (Owens) Rader. She was the oldest of 4 children and took her role as such seriously. Shelia is a 1977 graduate of North High School and a graduate of Bakersfield Community College. While...

Michael Joseph Gleason

Michael Joseph Gleason

Jun 30, 2024

Michael Joseph Gleason, 71, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2024, in Bakersfield, CA. Born on November 16, 1952, Michael, affectionately known as Mike, dedicated his life to his family and his country, serving proudly in the Army. Mike was well-known for his caring and supportive nature, always prioritizing the well-being of his loved ones. His presence was a comfort...

William John Kitchen

William John Kitchen

Jun 22, 2024

William John Kitchen was born to Edith Morene Raper and John William Kitchen in Belton, TX on July 25, 1952.

William (“Bill”) graduated from West High School in Bakersfield in 1970.

 He immediately enlisted in the U.S. Army and was deployed to Thailand in support of the Vietnam war effort, where he specialized in microwave radio repair and developed his life-long fondness...

Javier Legorreta

Javier Legorreta

Jun 21, 2024

Javier “Sparky” Legorreta was born in Acámbaro, Mexico to José and Soledad Legorreta on May 5, 1942. He passed peacefully in his home, with family by his side on June 21, 2024. He came to America in his early 20’s and then became an American citizen at the age of around 38 and from that moment on, he was a...

Murray M. Gruber

Murray M. Gruber

Jun 16, 2024

Murray M. Gruber age 12 passed away in Madera, Ca. Private Service.

Eddie Brandon Bertrand

Eddie Brandon Bertrand

Jun 15, 2024

Eddie Brandon Bertrand

It is with heavy heart that we must share the passing of Eddie Brandon Bertrand, age 44, on Saturday June 15, 2024.

Brandon was born on November 6, 1979, in Bakersfield, California. He was the first child of three and the only son of Eddie and Brenda Bertrand. Brandon had a deep love for his family, and cherished the...

Wesley Edmond Anderson III

Wesley Edmond Anderson III

Jun 13, 2024

 

Wesley Edmond Anderson III 

 A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on August 10, 2024 at the Lake Isabella Kingdom Hall, 1911 Edith Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. An electronic Zoom connection will also be available. For information call 760-379-2495. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made online at www.JW.org. 

Wesley Edmond Anderson III died at his home while...