Obituaries

Aug 14, 2023

Aug 14, 2023

Betty Jane Beltran, beloved mother and friend, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2023, in San Diego, CA. She was born on December 30, 1938, in Illinois to her loving parents. Betty's life was a testament to love, family, and a zest for competition that brought her great joy.Known for her warm hospitality and love for family gatherings, Betty had...

Aug 12, 2023

Aug 12, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Celia Virginia Mariscal, a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister, dear friend and accomplished Physician’s Assistant. Celia unexpectedly passed away of a heart condition on August 12, 2023. 

Celia was born on September 8, 1955 in Tijuana, Mexico, after her family moved from Guadalajara, Jalisco. From a young age,...

Aug 12, 2023

Most knew him as "Sonny"

Survived by his Wife Rose Maria Pabon 'Beannie', daughter Rose Marie E Pabon and sons Richard Pabon and Michael Pabon as well as his grandchildren Giuliana Pabon and Alessandro Pabon.

Sonny was a US Army Paratrooper from 1953-1956.

A native to San Diego. He enjoyed his time in the La Mesa School District. He...

Aug 11, 2023

Aug 10, 2023

Kathleen A. Gomes

June 13, 1933 – August 10, 2023

Mrs. Kathleen A. Gomes, 90, died peacefully on the morning of August 10, 2023, at home surrounded by her children. She was known as “Kitty” to most, Mom to her four children, Grandma to her six grandchildren, and Aunt Kitty to many nieces and nephews.

Kitty was born in St....

Aug 9, 2023

Yolanda Karell Torres was born March 8, 1963, and passed away on August 9, 2023. Yolanda graduated from Calexico High School with the class of 1982. She attended Imperial Valley College and graduated on 1985 as a preschool teacher. She worked at the IVC child care center for many years. She was very passionate about helping youth in their academics...

Aug 9, 2023

Benton Richard Coulter, Jr (Rick) went to Heaven on August 9, 2023, after a long battle with Alzheimer's.  He was 78 years old.

Rick was born in Coatesville, PA on December 8, 1944.  He graduated froma Horace Scott Senior High in Coastesville in 1964.  He joined the Marine Corps in 1969 and was sent to Camp Pendleton, CA.  That's when...

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Jul 31, 2023

Richard Lee Tinsley (Dick), 76, of San Diego, passed away on July 31, 2023, after a long battle with cancer

Richard was born on November 21, 1946, to Leroy and Ruth Tinsley in Somerville, Massachusetts. Richard graduated from Bishop Fenwick High School, Peabody , Massachusetts in 1964. He began his college education at Boston College but enlisted in the US...

Jul 31, 2023

Paul C. Basiliere was born in 1930 in Malone New York. He was widowed. He is survived by his daughter Donna and son Alan.

He was a Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Paul was in the Marines and served in the Korea war. Paul was a R.S.V.P. for San Diego City Police department for 12 years.

Paul enjoyed woodworking, playing ping...

Jul 30, 2023

Doris Elaine Bailey was born and raised in San Diego, CA. by her mother Loma Davis. Elaine as she liked to be called graduated from San Diego High School.

Elaine worked for General Dynamics for 43 years. Elaine moved to La Mesa in 1965 and had two children Anthony and Stephanie.

She used to love going on Daytrippers, Lamplighters and...

Jul 30, 2023

Jul 30, 2023

Dr. Pezanoski was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, December 8, 1928, of Sigmund S. Pezanoski and Jane A. (Lewandowski) Pezanoski. He died on July 30, 2023 at the age of 94.

His early childhood was spent in Milwaukee, WI and his hometown Racine, WI. His classical high school education was under the Franciscan Fathers at St. Bonaventure High School in Sturtevant,...