Obituaries

Sep 20, 2024

Sep 20, 2024

Esteban Gonzalez, born on September 10, 1993, took his final breath on September 20, 2024. His spirit, like a gentle breeze rustling through the leaves, will be remembered for its unwavering kindness and respect for the world around him. Esteban had a remarkable ability to connect with nature, fostering a bond with every tree, river, and creature he encountered. Each...

Sep 20, 2024

Alan Wubenhorst, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on September 20, 2024, at the age of 42. Born on December 28, 1981, in San Diego, California, Alan’s life was marked by his love of family and friends, passion for film and writing, and positivity and persistence through many challenges. He was often referred to as a “miracle” after...

Sep 19, 2024

Janet Marlene Bishop, aged 93, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2024, in San Diego, CA, surrounded by loving family and friends. Born on August 2, 1931, in Flaxville, MT, Janet lived a life marked by strength, care, and passion. Growing up in a large family that followed her father's construction career throughout the southwestern US, she settled in San...

Sep 18, 2024

Christopher William Vanstrom, born October 8th, 1971 passed away peacefully on September 18th, 2024 at the age of 52 in San Diego, CA.

Chris is survived by his loving wife, Cristi (Lessig) Vanstrom, of 24 years, two sons, Christopher Caleb (Naileth) Vanstrom, Patrick (Angela) Vanstrom, two grandchildren, Elias and Josi, and brother Eric (Shelley) Vanstrom.

He was born in Kansas to Chuck and...

Sep 18, 2024

Sep 16, 2024

Sep 16, 2024

In the early hours of Monday, September 16, 2024, Richard A. Swoy, grandfather, father, friend, colleague and former husband, passed away at the age of 82. Richard was born on February 12, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois to Mike (Mahmood) and Hattie Swoy. Richard and his family moved to San Diego in 1956 to be closer to his sister, Barbara Ann,...

Sep 15, 2024

Guy Lambert Mayer passed away peacefully at age 57 on September 15, 2024 at his brother's home in San Diego after several months of treatment for metastatic colon cancer.  Our lives are forever changed as our beloved baby brother is now reunited in heaven with our recently departed mother, our father and all who have passed before.

Guy was born in...

Sep 14, 2024

Melivn G. Mayuiers born in Gary, Indiana, his family moved to Coral Gables, Florida when he was 5 years old. After graduating from high school, they moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where he attended Arizona State University. In 1957 he moved to El Cajon, California where he met his wife Joan. They married in 1959 and had three children; Dale, Catherine,...

Sep 13, 2024

Sep 13, 2024

Grant James Behnke, EdD, born August 21, 1939, passed away peacefully September 13, 2024, at the age of 85. Grant was a beloved husband, caring father, and accomplished educator. Grant earned his Bachelor Degree, Master Degree and Administrative Credential from San Diego State University and continued to earn his Doctorate of Education from UCLA . He dedicated over 40 years...

Sep 10, 2024

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Sep 6, 2024

Sep 6, 2024

Nancy Sue Bridewell, our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away on Friday, the 6th of September, eight days after her 75th birthday, at her home in San Diego with her daughter by her side. She died peacefully after two years of a courageous and determined meeting and struggle with a stage-4 cancer. She lived beyond the time estimates...

Sep 5, 2024

Sep 4, 2024