Obituaries

Candace Coffee

Candace Coffee

Jul 8, 2015

November 21, 1978 — July 8, 2015Candace departed this earth on July 8th, 2015 at 6:07pm, with her mother, father and sister by her side as they said goodbye one last time before she entered God's Kingdom.Candace was born and raised in Bakersfield,CA. She attended Stockdale Christian School and Bakersfield High School prior to leaving for college. She received BA...

Frederick Edward Evenson

Frederick Edward Evenson

Jul 7, 2015

A Memorial Service is scheduled for 10:00 am Saturday July 25, 2015 at Kern River Family Chapel - 1900 N. Chester Ave. Bakersfield, CA.Frederick will be laid to rest, with Full Military Honors at Bakersfield National Cemetery. The Committal Service will be private and scheduled at a later date.

Jessica Lee Hayes

Jessica Lee Hayes

Jun 30, 2015

Born October 30, 1989 in Dickson, Tennessee to Shannon and Gladys (Cole) Hayes.As a Veteran of the United States Navy, Jessica earned the rank of Quartermaster. She served aboard the USS Nimitz, USS Sampson and USS John Stennis. After four years of honorable service, she relocated to California to focus on her education. Jessica has called Bakersfield her home while...

Richard Chavez

Richard Chavez

Jun 28, 2015

Richard was born in Los Angeles, CA to Arthur and Catalina (Castillo) Chavez.He attended local schools in Southern CA. As an avid athlete, Richard began boxing at an early age. He was a professional Boxer for over two decades, with Global Certification. With an impressive record, he ranked in the top 20% of Middle Weight Boxers in the United States...

Jennifer Ann Riccomini

Jennifer Ann Riccomini

Jun 25, 2015

Jennifer Riccomini was born July 28, 1973 in Orange County, CA to Jim & Pattie Otts. She wen home to be with the Lord on June 25, 2015 at the age of 41.Jennifer never met a stranger, was generous to a fault and was always willing to help a friend in need. She loved being surrounded by family and friends....

Sam F. Mitchell

Sam F. Mitchell

Jun 24, 2015

Born in Lexington, KY to Cecil L. and Vivian E. (Reed) Mitchell. Sam attended local schools in Kentucky. He later served our Country, in the United States Navy.He has been a resident of Kern County for nearly four decades. As a shop foreman, he met and enjoyed the company of many in the Agriculture community. Those that know Sam, know...

Jerry Wayne Kiger

Jerry Wayne Kiger

Jun 24, 2015

Born in Panama, Oklahoma to Robert Lee and Fannie L. (Carpenter) Kiger. Jerry moved to Kern County at a young age. He attended local schools and served our Country honorably in the United States Navy.Jerry is well know in community for his skills as a building contractor.On the morning of Wednesday June 24th, 2015 - Jerry passed from this life...

Donald Howard Hadley

Donald Howard Hadley

Jun 21, 2015

Donald - a native of Wisconsin, has been a resident of Kern County for over a quarter century.A proud Army Veteran, he served the United States of America for 38 years.He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Opal Geraldine. Donald, most commonly known as "Grandpa," is survived by many family and friends.Donald will be buried with full military...

Bobby Joe Flowers

Bobby Joe Flowers

Jun 13, 2015

February 3, 1933 — June 13, 2015Bobby "Bob" Joe Flowers born in New Mexico on 02/03/1933 went to be with the Lord on 06/13/2015. He is survived by his wife Ruth Flowers, Brother Walker, daughter Sonjia, son Gary, grandchildren: Travis, Nicole, Jason, Catherine, Jammie and 11 great-grandchildren.He worked for the County of Kern in the Roads and Bridges Dept, along...

Richard James Staats

Richard James Staats

Jun 11, 2015

Richard Staats, a life long resident of Kern County - entered rest with his family at his side, the late morning of Thursday June 11, 2015. He was 87 years of age.He proudly served our country in the United States Navy.A Celebration of Richards Life, will be held at the Twin Oaks General Store - 15782 Caliente Creek Road Caliente,...

Reggie Slaughter

Reggie Slaughter

Jun 10, 2015

Reginald David Slaughter born May 18, 1967 to David and Beverly Tschanz Slaughter. Passed away June 10, 2015 at Ronald Reagan Hospital UCLA with his father David holding his hand.Predeceased by grandparents Lincoln and Helen Slaughter, William and Lela Tschanz along with Russell Elza Christian. Also his beautiful mother Beverly. He is survived by his son Jeffrey Michael Slaughter, his...

Rodney Dean Bruce

Rodney Dean Bruce

Jun 9, 2015

Service arrangements are pending at this time.

Bobby Gann

Bobby Gann

Jun 5, 2015

Bobby was born on May 23, 1952 to Lloyd Eugene and Mary (Hillard) Gann. A native of Chattanooga TN - he moved to Kern County at the age of 18 and has been a residence of Bakersfield for the last 45 years.He worked in the construction industry as a Painter - and made many friendships during that time.Bobby is preceded...

William Rountree

William Rountree

Jun 2, 2015

Services are pending at this time.

Nancy Reber

Nancy Reber

Jun 2, 2015

Nancy D. Reber passed peacefully from this life in the early morning hours of June 2, 2015 after a brave battle with cancer.She was born on June 11, 1961 to Robert & Helen Devlin, and grew up on a small farm in Vincentown, NJ. As a child she developed a love for animals, music, art, writing and reading. She excelled...

James Clyde Holt

James Clyde Holt

Jun 1, 2015

Jim Holt, 71 passed away at home peacefully with family at his side.Jim was born in June 15, 1943 in Oakland, CA. He was the proud owner of Jim's Motorcycle Company for 24 years. He started working on and racing anything with a motor and wheels.He was preceded in death by both parents - Edwin Holt and mother Mary Katherine.Jim...

Dan E. Lamb

Dan E. Lamb

May 29, 2015

Dan Earl LambOctober 6, 1955 - May 29, 2015 Beloved husband, brother, father, andgrandfather Dan Earl Lamb returned to his heavenlyhome on May 29, 2015 Dan was born on October 6,1955 in Mesa, Arizona to Edwin Nathan Lamb andJennie (Bloomfield) Lamb. He was raised in Gilbert,Arizona, where he first developed a love of agricultureand harvesting. He served as a full-time...

Sammy Chacon

Sammy Chacon

May 26, 2015

January 26, 1962 — May 26, 2015 Sam is survived by his wife Sandra & 6 children, Louisa, Lil Sammy, Misty, Kristy, Ryan & Michael and numerous grandchildren. Services will be held Tuesday June 9th, 10:30am at Victory Outreach 220 Eureka St.

Dolores Martinez

Dolores Martinez

May 25, 2015

Dolores Martinez passed away May 25, 2015 in Bakersfield ,Caa Memorial grave service is planned for June 5, 2015 at Greenlawn Cemetery 3700 river blvd at 10 a.m.

Robert Earnshaw

Robert Earnshaw

May 19, 2015

Bob Earnshaw passed away on May 19, 2015 in Bakersfield at the age 82He was a mechanic by trade and a long time resident of Kern County.A Committal Service is scheduled for Friday May 29th 2015 09:15 a.m. at the Bakersfield National Cemetery.Messages from loving family .Bo : You are my HERO, the kind of man I want to be....