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Sterling Eugene Smith
Feb 18, 2026
Sterling Eugene Smith, age 86, of Bakersfield, California, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at his Residence.
He was born Saturday, December 16, 1939, In Shawnee Oklahoma, a son of the late Lemon Smith and Dollie Lucas.
Sterling worked drilling water wells for more than 50 years and was a proud business owner. Sterling enjoyed...
Tammy Lynne Wiedmann
Feb 15, 2026
Tammy Lynne Wiedmann, born May 9, 1963, in Indio, California, entered into the arms of her Savior on February 15, 2026. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, teacher, and friend whose life reflected faith, love, and selfless devotion to her family.
Tammy dedicated nearly 30 years to shaping young hearts as a preschool teacher....
Theresa W. Miller
Feb 15, 2026
Graveside funeral services will be held for Theresa Miller on February 21, 2026 at 2:00PM at the Shafter Memorial Park. She will be laid to rest with her husband Gene. The services will be conducted by Peters Funeral Home and officiated by the Rev. Scott Allred. Theresa passed away at her residence in Madera on February 15, 2026.
...Stephen F. Seymour
Feb 8, 2026
The Seymour family and church family of Jesus Saves Int'l Church sadly announce the passing of Pastor Steve F. Seymour. Born May 11, 1961, in Martinez, he went home to be with Jesus during morning service on February 8, 2026, at Jesus Saves Int'l Church in Shafter.
Pastor Steve loved his sweetheart, Lori, with all his heart....
Sharon Eskew
Feb 6, 2026
In Loving Memory of Sharon Kaye Eskew
July 31, 1944 – February 6, 2026
Sharon Kaye Eskew, lovingly known as Grandma Honey and Mom, went home to be with Jesus on February 6, 2026, at the age of 81, surrounded by loved ones in Sacramento, California. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose...
Stefhanie Vargas Villegas
Jan 26, 2026
Con profundo dolor, pero sostenidos por la fe y la esperanza en Dios, despedimos a Stefhanie Vargas, quien fue llamada a descansar en la presencia del Señor.
Stefhanie fue una hija amada y una luz en la vida de quienes tuvieron la bendición de conocerla. Aunque su partida ha dejado un vacÃo inmenso, confiamos...
Carole Lynn Anderson
Jan 22, 2026
Carole Lynn Anderson, 70, of Bakersfield, CA, passed away peacefully, January 22, 2026, surrounded by family. A devoted wife, adoring mother and grandmother, caring sister, aunt, and teacher, Carole will be remembered for her peaceful spirit, love of learning, and faithful heart.
Carole found joy in her collection of frogs, peace signs, and Beanie Babies. Her happiest...
Enrique Maldonado
Jan 22, 2026
It is with heavy sadness, that we announce the passing of Andy's brother and our uncle
Enrique Maldonado Jr, who passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Thursday January, 22, 2026 in Bakersfield, CA
Henry was born on September 21,1951 to Enrique Maldonado Sr. and Delores "Lola" Maldonado. He grew up on a small...
Maria Guadalupe Guzman
Jan 22, 2026
MarÃa Guadalupe Guzmán Tamayo Juárez, de 70 años de edad, nació en Hostotipaquillo, Jalisco, México, el 15 de diciembre de 1955; pero mi Lala, como muchos de ustedes la conocÃan, siempre decÃa: "No sé, a mà me dolió el 12 de diciembre."
Mi mamá Partió a reunirse con nuestro Señor el 22 de Enero rodeada del amor...

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