Larry Neil Gurganus
September 14, 1940 - November 30, 2018
Graveside service will be 10:45 am on Friday, December 28, 2018 at Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside, CA
Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Betty J. Pierce
September 5, 1923 - November 28, 2018
In Loving Memory of an amazing wife, mother of three: Jean,
BIll, and Susan, Mother in Law, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Aunt, friend,
WWII Navy Wave and a teacher for Riverside Unified for 30 years. Mom was a
compassionate and kind person who always looked for the good. She had a heart
of gold and a zest for life. She was an avid reader, she enjoyed
crocheting,water color painting, photography, playing the slots, watching
Jeopardy and most of all spending time with her family and friends. We love you
mom. Forever in our Hearts. A celebration of life will be held after the first
of the year. Please contact Susan for details at (951)212-8780.
Monday, November 26, 2018
Sunday, November 25, 2018
Steven Love
July 15, 1952 - November 25, 2018
Steven 66 y/o passed away after a courageous battle with
lung cancer. He is survived by his Daughter Nicole (Gavin) Whims, Mother
Edwina Love, Sister Cindy (Rudy) Parker, and his 2 grandchildren. Steven is
preceded in death by his wife Robin and Father Jack Love.
Steven loved boating at the river and spend time
with his family and friends. He will be missed by many who loved him, and
enjoyed his friendship.
A Celebration of Steve's life will be held January 7th, 2019
from 11am to 2pm at La Paloma in La Verne, CA. In lieu of flowers please make a
donation to the charity of your choice.
Friday, November 23, 2018
Thursday, November 22, 2018
James Robert Richmond
Jr.
November 28, 1956 - November 22, 2018
Our brother passed away on Wednesday November 22, 2018 after a valiant and courageous fight with cancer.
He was born on November 28, 1956 in Waterbury, CT to James and Cecile Richmond.
Jim attended Fountain Valley High School where he was the cool man on campus. He was student body president and played varsity basketball. In 1977 while riding a motorcycle on the 405-freeway going to work, he came upon a crash and did not have time to stop. After the accident, he spent the rest of his life overcoming many obstacles and challenges with physical limitations and with his speech.
Jim took great pride in the fact that he went to AA and was sober for over twenty-five years. He attended weekly meetings. He treasured the coins he earned.
His motto in life was “no problem” and he truly did exemplify this in everything he had to face.
He held a job for over twenty-five years at MJB moving company where he was a warehouse manager. He was forced to retire due to medical issues.
He lived in Orange County all his life until he was diagnosed with colon cancer. He then relocated to Riverside where he could be cared for by our sister and be treated at Loma Linda hospital.
Over the last few years he attended Harvest Christian fellowship.
Our brother was an inspiration to all of us and our hearts went out to him for all that he had to endure, but we know that he is at peace and reunited with our parents.
He is preceded in death by our parents, James and Cecile Richmond.
He is survived by five sisters and one brother and many nieces and nephews that loved him dearly.
Wednesday, November 21, 2018
Robert Glenn Gross
August 27, 1937 - November 21, 2018
It is with great sadness that we announce the recent passing
of Robert Glenn Gross after complications at Pomona Valley Medical Center at
the age of 81. Bob was born in Evansville Indiana on August 27th, 1937 where he
remained until graduating from High school. He then enlisted in the United
States Airforce as a Jet Mechanic in 1956. During this period he met Loretta
who became his wife on 9/5/1958. They had one daughter, Linda. They
traveled with him until he was honorably discharged in 1962. He then took his
family to California where he worked and opened his own business that was very
successful. He decided to sell his company and retire in 2005. He was an active
member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Montclair and Knights of Columbus.
Bob is known for his love for his family and the Los Angeles
Lakers. Bob will be greatly missed.
Bob was survived by his wife of 60 years Loretta Gross, his
daughter Linda Zayas, granddaughter Amy Youtz, grandson Nicholas Youtz, great
granddaughter Marissa Romero great-grandson Louie Lobo III and a great great
grandson Isaac.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, December 20 at
11am at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Montclair.
A Graveside Service will follow at Holy Cross Catholic
Cemetery
Monday, November 19, 2018
Saturday, November 17, 2018
Thursday, November 15, 2018
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Patrick Victor Torres
September 20, 1954 - November 13, 2018
Patrick Victor Torres of Colton passed away November 13,
2018. He was born September 20, 1954 in San Bernardino, California.
His first job was at Georgia Pacific where he met his wife of 46 years Alma
Torres. They were married December 5, 1972, settled in Colton, CA where
they had four children. Patrick began working as a mill operator at
Alumax Mill Products in Riverside, CA where he dedicated 22 years before
retiring. Patrick went on to work at the Home Depot Distribution Center
for 10 years. 'he then decided to withdrawal from the work force to enjoy
his full retirement. Patrick was surrounded by loved ones at the time of
his passing. He is preceded into eternal life and was reunited with loved
ones who had gone before him. His legacy lives on through his wife Alma
Torres, 3 sons; Patrick Jr., Gabriel and Anthony Torres and his daughter
Stephanie Arroyo; 16 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren all of Colton,
CA. Patrick's Celebration of Life will be held on November 28, 2018 at
Immaculate Conception Church located at 1106 N. La Cadena Dr. Colton, CA
92324. Services will begin at 10:00 AM followed by h8is final
resting place at Hermosa Gardens Cemetery located at 900 Meridian Ave.
Colton, CA 92324.
Monday, November 12, 2018
Saturday, November 10, 2018
David Neal Morreo
July 25, 1974 - November 10, 2018
Viewing will be 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm with a Christian service at 6:00 pm on Friday, November 23, 2018 at Inland Memorial Harford Chapel, Hemet, CA with burial of cremains at Soboba Indian Reservation Cemetery, San Jacinto, CA on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 10:00 am.
Thursday, November 8, 2018
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Metta Louise Raines
July 31, 1922 – November 6, 2018
Metta “Louise” Raines, age 96 went to be with the Lord on
Tuesday, November 6, 2018.
Louise was born on July 31, 1922 in Belding, Michigan to the
late Ora and David Hall.
In addition to her parents, Louise was preceded in death by
her brothers Sherwood Hall and Truman Hall, sisters Lenora Westerling and Mary
Salsbury, grandson Keith Lyon, and beloved husband of 57 years LD Raines.
Louise is survived by her four children, Bonnie Lyon, Ronnie
Rinker, Randy (Marcia) Raines, and Sandy Tombow; grandchildren, Teri Levesque,
Toni Burton, Kim Lyon, Robyn (Charles) Leeper, Tammy (Lowell) Donnan,
Christopher Tombow, Kari (Joshua) Neufeld, Krista Raines and Kyle (Jill)
Raines; 13 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great grandchildren.
Louise left Michigan at the age of 18 and moved to
California, which became her permanent home. Louise assisted her husband
LD with the family landscaping business for many years, managing the finances.
Louise enjoyed hosting holiday gatherings for her family and friends, always
making delicious meals and baked goods for all to enjoy. Louise was part
of a quilting group and enjoyed sewing crafts, quilts, and clothing.
Louise was a member of the Red Hat Society for women and maintained an active
social life for as long as she was able.
Louise will always be remembered as a loving and strong
leader of the family. A celebration of life will be held on November
10 at 885 West Dublin Ct., Upland, CA 91784 beginning at 3:00 pm.
Monday, November 5, 2018
Saturday, November 3, 2018
David Arthur Dain Sr
October 17, 1937 - November 3, 2018
Our
Dad
Known by those left behind,
By deeds and memories and things in
the mind.
By looking at children and how they
live,
With manners and kindness and all
that they give.
The friends that surround us, the
family we share
We’ll miss Dad so much now that he’s
not here.
Memorial service will be 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at Inland Memorial Harford Chapel, Hemet, CA.
Vinnittza Ponce
November 1, 1946 - November 3, 2018
Vinnittza Escobedo Ponce age 72 Born November 1, 1946 in
Morelia Michoacán. She died peacefully November 3, 2018, in Moreno Valley
California. She was a Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, &
Friend. She was preceded in Death by her Parents Lucrecia Pinzon Escobedo &
Cipriano Pineda Macotelo, As well as the Love of her life Husband, Manuel Ponce
Saracho & Son Manuel Gabriel Ponce (Miriam). Survived by Daughters, Alma
Angélica Medrano-Luevano (David), Sandra Francis (Ron), Iliana Preece(William)&
Son Alex Ponce(Summer). Vinnittza had 10 grandchildren that she loved very much
and was very proud of all of them. She is also survived by six sisters and a
brother, as well as their spouses, lots of nieces, nephews & two step sons.
She had a very large extended family that included many lifelong friends.
Vinnittza was born in Morelia Michoacán, grew up in El Paso Texas. Where she
went to high school (El Paso High School) and moved to Southern California with
her husband Manuel in the late 70’s. She had a very strong faith in God and
practiced Sukyo Mahikari for many years. Vinni, as she was known by many, was
very young at heart and was very loving & generous. She loved dancing Salsa
with her husband Manuel and enjoyed traveling the world with him as well prior
to his death. The last 15 years of her life she lived in Hemet, California.
Vinni will be missed by those that loved her dearly, but find solace in knowing
she is now with her loved ones in heaven.
Religious Services will be held by her daughters and son & family in their
perspective cities of residence. In lieu of flowers please donate to The
American Diabetes Association.
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