Obituaries
Obituaries for the Fontana, CA Area
Armand Messer
Jul 4, 2024
Armand Messer
July 4, 2024
Lynwood, CA
Armand Messer, age 77, from Lynwood, California,passed away from Interstitial Lung Disease on July 4,2024, following a brief struggle. Armand was in the Army and spent 1967 and 1968 in Vietnam, where he was exposed to Agent Orange.In 1965, Armand graduated from Lynwood High School.Armand served his country and then completed his higher education, earning a...
Frank Anthony Raddish Jr
Feb 13, 2025
Frank Anthony Raddish Jr., a dedicated heavy equipment mechanic in the recycling industry, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, in San Bernardino, California. Born on September 14, 1964, in Fontana, California, Frank was known for his unwavering commitment to his profession and his love for family and friends.
Frank's educational journey led him to ITT Technical Institute, where he focused...
Judy Ann Norton Lugo
Feb 8, 2025
Judy Ann Norton Lugo, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully departed this life on February 8, 2025, in Loma Linda, California. Born on October 10, 1952, in Norwalk, California, she dedicated her life to truly embodying the values of love, discipline, and faith.
Judy was a devoted homemaker for 52 years, tirelessly caring for her family while instilling a...
Edward White Sr
Jan 21, 2025
Edward White Sr., known as "Ed", "Pops", and "Mr. White", passed away on January 21, 2025, at his home in Fontana at the age of 89 years. He was born to Lillian Wallace and James White Sr on June 2, 1935, in Louisiana.
After graduating high school, Ed joined the Army and was Honorably Discharged in 1956. He provided for his...
Maria Perez
Jan 20, 2025
En memoria de Maria Pérez, nacida en el Estado de México, en junio 18, 1966. Casada con Manuel Amado Vázquez, tuvo tres hijos y seis nietos. Siempre será una gran mujer, madre, esposa, hija y amiga que llenaba de felicidad a todos los que estaban a su lado.
Raquel Freeland
Jan 15, 2025
Raquel Freeland, 69, of Rialto, CA, passed away on January 15, 2025, in Loma Linda, CA.
She was born to Gloria G. and Baldemar Gonzales on March 10, 1955, in Robstown, Texas. She had one sibling, Grace Gonzales.
Raquel graduated from Bell High School and later went on to receive her teaching certificate. She worked as a Teacher's Assistant in the special...
Freddie Guzman Medina
Jan 2, 2025
Freddie Medina, a spirited soul beloved by all who knew him, was born on May 3, 1982, and departed from this world on January 2, 2025, at the age of 42. Freddie spent his formative years as a member of the Fontana community that shaped his compassionate and lively spirit. Freddie's life was a tapestry of enriched memories marked by...
Scarlett Jolene Medel
Dec 18, 2024
Scarlett "Morena" Medel is a current resident of Hesperia California and passed , away on December 18, 2024. Scarlett is survived by 1 son Johnny Medel, Father, Mother, Brothers, Sisters, Nieces, and nephews. She was a beloved mother who loved her son with every piece of her. She was loving, caring, outgoing and the biogest protector of her family, She...
Phillip V Grubb
Dec 18, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce on December 18th 2024 Phillip grubb age 60, succumbed to his injuries and sadly passed away in the hospital. Phillip was born on February 11th 1964 in torrance California and spend majority of his life in Fontana California where he was raised and made a life for himself. Phillip was brother to...
Michelle Calderon
Dec 17, 2024
Michelle Calderon was born in Banning California to Maria and Ramiro Garcia. Eventually moving to Fontana, she met her future husband Francisco Calderon at Fontana High School. Michelle enjoyed reading, spending time with her family and she spent her life writing and advocating for the many things she believed in. She will forever be in our hearts and will be...
Karen Natividad Carrillo
Dec 17, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Karen Natividad Carrillo, born on September 16, 1959, in San Francisco, California. A devoted mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, she attended Our Lady of Loreto High School and studied at Los Angeles Community College. Karen worked as a dental assistant and then office manager for 17 years. She cherished...
Ronald Leslie Olson
Dec 12, 2024
Ronald Leslie Olson born January 22, 1957 he was 67 years old and was born in Minneapolis Minnesota and passed away December 12, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones in Riverside, Ca Survived by wife Kelley, 5 children Ronnie Jr, Ammie, Tiffany, Robert and Theresa, 8 grandchildren, Tyler, Abbie, Brandon, Maya, Will, Miller and Quinn. 3 great grandchildren. He was...
Charles G Sawyer
Dec 8, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles G Sawyer, affectionately known to his loved ones as Charlie. Born on September 2, 2011, in Upland, Charlie's brief yet impactful journey came to a close on December 8, 2024, in Loma Linda. He was just 13 years old.
Charlie was a vibrant spirit who brought joy and laughter...
Maribel Renteria
Dec 3, 2024
Maribel Peñaloza Renteria fallecio inesperadamente el 3 de Diciembre de 2024. Maribel era una maravillosa esposa, madre, hermana, hija, abuela, y tia que toco la vida de muchas familias. En la noche del 30 de Noviembre de 2024, Maribel tuvo un incidente en que fue admitada en Desert Valley Hospital con complicaciones con su respiracion y dolores en el pecho....
Victoria Aquino Martinez Wilson
Nov 21, 2024
Victoria Aquino Martinez Wilson, born on October 4, 1954, in Manila, Philippines, passed away peacefully on November 21 2024, in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Her journey through life was marked by resilience, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to those she loved.
Victoria spent over nine years working as a fry cook at Seafood City, where she became known for her delightful personality,...
Howard Dan Rogers
Nov 21, 2024
Howard Dan Rogers who was born in Long Beach California on February 18, 1971 to father Howard Rogers, and mother Betty Rogers. Passed away on November 21, 2024 in Fontana California at the age of 53. Howard shared his childhood with his two siblings James Redondo and Alice Weaver.
He graduated from Citrus high school and did freelance work. In his...
John Anthony Ramirez
Nov 10, 2024
John Anthony Ramirez December 31, 1971 – November 10, 2024
John Anthony Ramirez, 52, passed away at his home on November 10, 2024, following a long battle to recuperate from several strokes and numerous other health challenges that have plagued him over the years.Born Juan Antonio Gonzalez in Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico, John lost his right leg at the age of 7,heroically...
Lily - Sierra
Oct 6, 2024
Lily Sierra, 95, peacefully passed away on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, at Rialto Post Acute HealthCenter.She was born as Harue Lilia Komatsu to Japanese parents Seisaku and Setsu in Panama City,Panama on Jan. 11, 1929, where she lived until her teens before she and her family weredisplaced to U.S. internment camps. Following internment, she was relocated to Japan througha prisoner...
Richard Jarvis Ruffus
Sep 25, 2024
Richard Jarvis Ruffus, affectionately known to many as “Bull”, passed away on September 25,2024, in Apple Valley, California. Born on February 27, 1951, in Mississippi, Richard grew up with a sense of adventure and a love for family that would carry throughout his life. A dedicated Truck Driver, Richard provided for his family with hard work and commitment, earning within...
Marco Antonio Villagran
Sep 22, 2024
Marco Antonio Villagran, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend passed away peacefully in Fontana, California on September 22, 2024, at the age of 60. Born on November 8, 1963, in Los Angeles, California, Marco’s journey through life was marked by his passion for hands-on work and an unwavering love for his family.
Marco dedicated himself to his interests, expertly working...
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