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Peggy Carolyn Allen
Apr 6, 2026
Peggy Carolyn Allen
Peggy Carolyn Allen, known by most as Carolyn, Aunt Carol, and Granny, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026. Carolyn was born July 5, 1931 to Andy Lee Morris and Clara Lee Welcher in a small rural community known as Crossroads near Roland, AK. She was the second daughter of a family of eleven siblings. Carolyn attended Crosswords...
Jose Ceja Chavez
Apr 4, 2026
Jose Ceja Chavez, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on April 4, 2026, in California, at the age of 78.
Born on July 16, 1947, Jose was a man who truly understood the value of connection. He dedicated many years to working as a farm laborer and truck driver before retiring. He was known for his social nature....
David Owen Hively
Apr 1, 2026
David Hively was someone who truly embodied love and devotion to his family. He was quick witted in his comebacks though he was a man of few words, and most of all his strength and resilience was something he always possessed.
We’d like to share a little bit about who David was.David Hively was born in Wasco, CA on April 14th...
Leonel Fombona
Apr 1, 2026
El obituario de Leonel sera publicado proximamente.
Obituary will be published soon.
Maria C. Vasquez
Mar 28, 2026
Maria C. Vasquez was born in La Sara, Texas, on September 19, 1937. She went to be with our Heavenly Father on March 28, 2026, at the age of 88. Maria was a devoted and loving mother, a kind friend, and a bright light in the lives of all who knew her. She had eight children, who were her greatest...
Wallace Owen Weishaar
Mar 27, 2026
Wallace Owen Weishaar Sr, 78, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026, in Shafter, California. Born on August 11, 1947, to Hollis Justin and Virginia Lee Weishaar. Wallace, who was affectionately known as Wally, Wallaferd, Weisenheimer, etc. was a beacon of friendship and generosity throughout his life.Wally grew up attending Shafter SDA for his primary education and later graduated from...
Paul J. Shelton
Mar 26, 2026
Paul J. Shelton, age 75, passed away March 26, 2026, in his home in Bakersfield, CA. leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and cherished memories with family and friends.
Paul was born on July 15, 1950 in Talladega, Alabama, to Corbin and Ceylon Shelton. He grew up alongside his siblings, Jesse, Barbra and another brother before his family eventually made...
Joaquin "Ray" Vargas
Mar 20, 2026
Joaquin “Ray” Castillo Vargas, 95, of Shafter, California passed away on March 20, 2026, with his granddaughter, Knicole by his side, while listening to Vicente Fernández “El Rey”.
Ray was born on September 11, 1930 in La Mesa, New Mexico to Joaquín Vargas and Maria Castillo.
Ray grew up in La Mesa and had a third grade education which he had to...
Sharon Kay Campbell
Mar 18, 2026
The family request that everyone in attendance please wear powder blue & white for the service.
Sharon Kay Campbell, known lovingly as a mom, sister, grandmom, and aunt. She was born on July 19, 1943, in Seminole County, Oklahoma, and passed away March 18, 2026, in Bakersfield, California, after a stroke took her earthly breath away leaving behind a life full...

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