Obituaries

Jan 5, 2018

Kenneth Cossey JohnsonKenny was born to Kenny and Brenda Johnson on July 16, 1993 in Bakersfield, Ca. and returned home to be with the lord on January 5th, 2018.Kenny is survived by his wife Reanne R. Johnson, kids Mona, Riley, and Bella. Parents; Kenneth D. and Brenda B. Johnson.Grandparents; John Wayne Millington, Jimmy H. Cossey, Robert R. Johnson, and Judee...

Dec 6, 2017

William Horsley Davies (Bill) was born in Mar Vista, California, September 8, 1926 to William Ervin Davies and Lily Stewart Horsley. He returned to his heavenly home on Wednesday, December 6, 2017, at the age of 91. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family. He attended Kern Union High School, and at the age of seventeen Bill joined the Navy...

Nov 16, 2017

Robert (Bob) Alan Johnson, 81, passed away peacefully November 16th, 2017 at Divine Mercy Guest Home II, Bakersfield Ca. Bob was born in San Bernardino, Ca on April 5th, 1936 to Jewell and Helen (Long) Johnson. Bob grew up in Upland, CA, and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He graduated from Chaffey...

Jul 23, 2017

Robert was born in New London, CT on July 25, 1945 - to Joseph and Evelyn (Sawicky) Darrow. He has been a resident of Kern County for over three decades. Robert is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie - as well as many beloved family members.He served honorably in the United States Air Force. A Committal Service, with Full Military...

Jul 23, 2017

Elsie Marie Langston, was born February 06, 1929 in Wichita Falls, TX to Elzie and Ida (Van Winkle) Black. She has been a resident of Kern County for nearly five decades.A Graveside Service is scheduled for 10:00 am Tuesday August 8th 2017 at Hillcrest Memorial Park 9101 Kern Canyon Road Bakersfield, CA 93306

Jul 21, 2017

Tommy was born on July 10, 1953 in Taft, CA to Alfey and Jewel (Underwood) Parker. He has been a resident of Kern County for all of his life. Tommy served honorably in the United States Army. He is survived by his loving wife, Ereline - as well as many beloved family members.A Committal Service with Full Military Honors, is...

Jul 21, 2017

Services are pending

Jul 13, 2017

Charles Louis Dennen, was born May 10, 1944 in Bakersfield, CA to Charles and Esther (Cryts) Dennen. He has been a resident of Kern County for his entire life.Charles service honorably in the United States Navy. He is survived by his loving wife, Juanita as well as many beloved family members. A Committal Service with Full Military Honors, is scheduled...

Jun 29, 2017

Jun 8, 2017

Mary Ann was born July 6, 1935, in Bakersfield, California, to Louis and Irene Emery. She had two sisters, Beverly and Margie. She attended Bakersfield High School and enjoyed playing saxophone in the Driller Band and serving on the student counsel. She graduated in 1953 and attended Bakersfield College. She married James Moore in 1957 and had one daughter, Brenda...

Jun 6, 2017

Joseph Edward Velasquez was welcomed into the kingdom of Heaven early Tuesday morning, June 6, 2017, at the age of 53 after a long courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.He was a successful nurse anesthetist and resident of Bakersfield for over 20 years, follower of Christ, husband, father, and friend. He enjoyed eating, reading, working in the yard, swimming, hiking and...

May 29, 2017

Phillip Castaneda Jr III 10/30/1978 - 5/29/17Phillip gained his angel wings and went to be with the Lord on Memorial Day 2017. Phillip was a man who loved life, music, his family and most importantly, the Lord.He was a talented self taught musician and played piano, drums, conga, organ, keyboard, among other instruments. He was an amazing soundboard whiz, and...

May 10, 2017

Wayne Barksdale was born to Thomas & Leona Barksdale in Taft, CA. Soon after, he moved to Bakersfield where he started his family. In 1956, he married his wife Peggy Anne Coleman at their family church, Christ the King. Wayne was devoted to his family, a true patriot, and constitutionalist. He was a man of many trades. A true outdoorsman...

May 8, 2017

Michael Douglas JuddDecember 30, 1951 – May 8, 2017 Saturday, May 20, 20172:00 PM The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 316 A Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304 Michael Judd, 65, of Bakersfield, CA, went peacefully to live with his Father in Heaven on May 8th, 2017. He is preceded in death by his daughter Gretchen, brother Tim and parents...

May 3, 2017

Devorah (Devy) Husband-Moore5/30/59 – 5/3/17Devy was preceded in death by her parents Jerry & Gwen Husband, and siblings Randy, Vaughnie and Geri Husband. She is survived by her children Sunshine Wallace, Andrew Bradshaw & Christina Mendiola and 7 grandchildren. She also leaves behind 4 siblings; Brenda Deavers, Peggy Maloney, Brett Husband and Gerald Husband and many nieces and nephews.There will...

Apr 16, 2017

A book of life and love memorial service for our beloved Steven Sauers,Priebe, McKellar, Will be hosted by Chad and Jenn Henry, McKellar's home located @ 17421 falling Creek Ave. Bakersfield CA 93314. On May 6, 2017 beginning at 10 AM. Officiated by Karen Mckellar with Set Free Church. To honor Steven's quest for sobriety this memorial will be a...

Apr 14, 2017

Terra passed away on April 12, 2017 to young for a beautiful woman.The family will be receiving friends on Sunday April 23 from 5 p.m to 8 p.m.at Kern River Family Mortuary Chapel 1900 N. Chester Ave. With a memorial service on the same day.“If I were to die today, one thing that I hope would be said about me...

Apr 5, 2017

a Viewing and celebration of life will beheld for Anselmo Lopez on Wednesday 12, 2017 starting at 1 p.m at the Liberty Christian Center located at 8801 S. H. Street Bakersfield , CA 93307.Anselmo was a long time resident of kern county and resided here for thirteen years. He was and is greatly loved by his family and friends.Wednesday, April...

Mar 12, 2017

Janet HallJanuary 1, 1949 – March 12, 2017Friday, March 31, 20171:15 PM

Feb 26, 2017

Barbara Ann Root, 58, was born in Rolla, Missouri on May 20, 1958 and went to be with our heavenly father on February 26, 2017. Barbara lived most of her life in Bakersfield, Ca where she met and married the love of her life, Sam Root, 42 years ago. Together, they raised two daughters and have since enjoyed the love...