Obituaries
Juanita Gay Swisher
Aug 18, 2023
Nita, 88, went to be with her Lord and Savior August 18th, 2023 after a slow decline from dementia. She was born April 11th, 1935 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She was a graduate of the University of Minnesota. She moved with her husband Bob to San Diego in 1959 when he was transferred here by the 3M Company. She taught...
Carl Ribon Christensen Jr.
Aug 17, 2023
Carl Ribon Christensen, Jr. was born June 23, 1931 in Greenville, Mississippi, to Carl, Sr. and Eugenia Kober Christensen. He was the first son, but the fourth child in a family of seven. Family members all call him "Sonny." In addition to being all boy, he had a thirst for knowledge and frequently could be found reading the Encyclopedia...
Bertha Lillian Dolan
Aug 17, 2023
Bertha passed away peacefully in Santee California on Thursday, August 17th at the age of 90. A loving wife and mother of four, Bertha is survived by her sister Estelle Cayer, daughter Pamela Verkest, son Kenneth Dolan, daughter Patti Rebello and son-in-law Michael Rebello. John, her husband, passed away in 2007 and one of her daughters, JoAnn Little, passed...
Marta Louise LaRosse - Gaughen
Aug 16, 2023
Marta Louise Gaughen, beloved wife and nurturing mother, fell asleep in the Lord on Wednesday, August 16th 2023, in San Diego. Marta’s life was a testament to her unwavering love for her family, dedication to community and faith in God. She was born in San Diego, to Charles H. and Marta E. LaRosse, who welcomed their eldest daughter into this...
Lucile B. Smith
Aug 16, 2023
Lucile B. Smith, affectionately known as Lucy, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2023, at the age of 97 in La Mesa, California, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 6, 1926, in San Diego, California to Francis Wyse and Dorothy Benson.Lucy had a fulfilling career that spanned several decades. She began her professional journey at US...
Betty Jane Beltran
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...
Celia Virginia Mariscal
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,...
Vicente Nicholas Pabon
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...
Kathleen A. Gomes
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....
Yolanda Karell Torres
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...
Benton Richard Coulter
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...