Obituaries for the Fontana, CA Area

May 20, 2017

Kenneth Jordan passed away May 20, 2017 at 75yrs old in Fontana. He was born to Harry and Isabell Jordan on August 12, 1941 in Pueblo, Colorado. He joined the US Navy and gained an honorable discharge. He went on to work for Ontario/ Montclair School District and retired in 2007. He was also the Former Owner of Pennsylvania Liquor...

Apr 29, 2017

Lori K. Orosco, 56 of Rialto passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, April 29, 2017. Lori was born to Salvador and Sherry Viveros on March 14, 1961 in Fontana, California.Lori married Victor and together they had 2 children Alisa and Carlos Orosco. She obtained her G.E.D and went on to attend Concorde Career College where she received her...

Apr 17, 2017

Apr 6, 2017

Ismael enjoyed life by cooking great meals, fixing cars, fund raising for mission trips, gardening, and watching his favorite soccer team, Chivas, play. He was a problem-solver that often took on difficult tasks around the house. He was a loving man that enjoyed helping others and making a difference in our community. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered.Ismael...

Apr 5, 2017

Our beloved sister Nellie Hernandez, 84 years old passed away peacefully at her home in Fontana on April 5th. She was born on December 6th of 1932 in San Bernardino, California.Nellie was a hard worker all her life and among her many jobs were, The Box factory in Fontana where she made many lifelong friends. Phototron in Rialto and lastly...

Mar 29, 2017

Randall McLellen of Fontana, has passed away on March 29, 2017 at 01:55 am. Randall was also known as Randy, Truck and especially Uncle Truck to his loved ones. Randy will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him.With his twinkling blue eyes, his sweet nature, his eagerness to help all in need, and who loved playing Santa for his...

Mar 27, 2017

Margarita Esther Santiago “Margo” Navarro of Fontana passed away peacefully in her home at 80 years old on March 27, 2017. Margo was born December 14, 1936 in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico to parents Enrique Navarro and Cecilia Roman.Margo retired after 25 years of employment for a Manufacturing plant. She loved going to Bingo, and the Casino, she enjoyed spending quality...

Mar 20, 2017

Marcel "Cherp" Cherpin passed away on March 20, 2017 at home in Highland, CA. He was born Nov. 6, 1927 in Fontana, CA where he farmed the vineyards of his family's winery for many years. He was a Milwright welder and the owner of Cherp's Bar in Fontana. He played Varsity Football at Chaffey High School, liked to golf, was...

Mar 6, 2017

Ida Brittain, 91 of Fontana passed away peacefully in her home March 6, 2017. Ida was born May 4, 1925 to parents Attilio and Desolina Coccia in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She married John W. Brittain and shared 57 years of marriage their children are Florence Gall, William (Lynda) Brittain, Lorraine (Ray) Ito. Grandchildren: Ron, Roxanne, Matthew, Eric, Jeremy. Great Grandchildren: Andrew...

Mar 4, 2017

“To Those I love & Those who Love me”When I am gone, release me, let me go- I have so many things to see and do. You must not tie yourself to me with tears, be thankful for our beautiful years. I gave to you my love; you can only guess how much you gave to me in happiness. I...

Jan 12, 2017

Marcie was a Hair Dresser in Fontana for over 30 years. Through those years she acquired countless customers that soon became her close friends. Her amazing spirit will be missed by ALL that loved her, had a great conversation with her and even enjoyed a cup of coffee with her.Her services will be held at Ingold Chapel on January 27,...

Jan 8, 2017

Our Beloved Mario enjoyed life by spending time with his family and friends, riding his Harley, watching America's Team "Dallas Cowboys". He loved going to casinos and playing Bingo. As many know, he had luck on his side and happily collected his winnings with a smile. He was a good sport as his nieces and nephews loved playing pranks on...

Jan 6, 2017

Norma-Jean Marie Jorgensen Papritz left this mortal existence on January 6, 2017 at about 2:50pm. Family members were gathered by her side giving her loving words of encouragement. Debbie, Dale, Della, Kiralyn and Andrew were in the hospital room with her at the last. She had a sudden illness and hospitalization on New Year’s day brought on by sepsis infection...

Dec 31, 2016

I’m FreeDon’t grieve for me, for now I’m free. I’m following the path God laid for me, I took his hand when I heard him call I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day to laugh, to love, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that place at the...

Dec 20, 2016

I’m FreeDon’t grieve for me, for now I’m free. I’m following the path God laid for me, I took his hand when I heard him call I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day to laugh, to love, to work or play.Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that place at the...

Dec 10, 2016

Colleen (Dumones) Rinehart, the third daughter of the late HermanFrank and Victoria Dumones was born in Los Angeles, CA on October 13,1951. God called her home on December 10, 2016.She attended and graduated from Centennial High School in the City ofCompton, CA and continued on to receive her license in Cosmetology.Although she never practiced hair full time, she loved doing...

Nov 23, 2016

Aurelio Mena Estrada, Sr. passed away at 83 on November 23, 2016. Aurelio was born in Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico to parents Inocencio and Eustacia on June 25, 1933.He was a Veteran of the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1953. He went on to retire for Kaiser Steel. He also dedicated his time as a Peace Officer.He leaves...

Nov 22, 2016

George Michael White, 61 of Riverside passed away on November 22, 2016. George Michael was born in Tacoma, Washington on December 28, 1954 to parents Robert Lee White and Maggie Lee Coley White.He attended High School and went on to serve in the United States Army. He was a musician at Good Samaritan Christian Center in Fontana. He leaves behind...

Nov 18, 2016

Danny M. Discenza, 63 passed away November 18, 2016. Danny was born to Amerigo and Venita Discenza on April 24, 1953 in Lynwood, California. Danny married LaDOnna and shared a marriage for 30 years, of this marriage the shared their children Dawn, Courtney, Lynette, Lynnea and David, and11 Grandchildren.Danny was a motorcycle connoisseur, the best mechanic around, a Dog lover,...

Nov 13, 2016

Mary Frances Carroll, 93 of Fontana passed away November 13, 2016 in Upland, CA. Mary was born to Francis and Gladys Cassidy on December 13, 1922 in Indianapolis, Indiana.Mary attended school in Indianapolis and graduated from St. Frances High School. She married Alex Carroll and from this marriage came Catherine and Alan Carroll. Mary was a homemaker, she enjoyed volunteering...