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Linda Lee Janzen
Mar 16, 2026
Linda Lee Janzen was born February 23, 1938, in Illinois and passed away on March 16, 2026, in Bakersfield, California. She was preceded in death by her parents Wayne and Beulah Lahti, her sister Sheri, and her husband Stephen Janzen.
She worked as a bookkeeper for her father’s business before moving to Wasco to teach Spanish at Wasco High. She eventually...
Gael Salto Fernandez
2026
Te fuiste, partiste al cielo. Cumpliste tu misión en la tierra: ayudaste al prójimo y al necesitado, siempre atento y pendiente de todos.¿Cómo olvidar tantas cosas bellas? Tu voz, tu sonrisa…
Hoy confiamos en que descansas en la presencia de Dios, y que tu luz sigue viva en cada recuerdo y en todo el amor que sembraste.
Señor, apiádate de él y...
Janet Stephenson
Mar 14, 2026
(Born August 21, 1946 — Passed March 14, 2026)
Janet Gail Grant came into this world on August 21, 1946, in Wasco, California, the daughter of Loran and Merle Grant. She grew up rooted in the Central Valley, that wide-open stretch of California that breeds people of quiet strength, hard work, and deep community ties. From her earliest days, Janet carried...
Alice M. Allard
Mar 5, 2026
Alice May Allard, 98, of Shafter, California, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, having lived a full and beautiful life. She was born on February 22, 1928, in Oilton, Oklahoma, and from her earliest days, Alice carried a quiet strength that would define everything she did.
Alice was, above all else, a devoted mother. She raised five children on her...
Heriberto Garcia Benitez
Mar 5, 2026
Con profunda tristeza anunciamos el fallecimiento de Heriberto Garcia Benitez, quien nació el 8 de septiembre de 1970 y falleció el 5 de marzo de 2026, a la edad de 55 años.
Heriberto fue un hombre trabajador, un padre amoroso y un hijo, hermano y tío muy querido. Era conocido por su humildad, su gran corazón y por las muchas amistades...
Matthew "Mateo" Henry Rodriguez
Mar 2, 2026
Please Post the following obituary for my son Matthew Henry Rodriguez attached are the photos and link for funding donations toward his cremation cost. Here is the link for the funding
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If anyone would like to donate to Matthews spotfund in lieu of flowers please click on link to spot fund me site.
Matthew Henry Rodriguez, Age:43
Born February 10th,1983 Redwood City,...
Linda Sue McCullar
Mar 1, 2026
Linda "Langley" McCullar, 71, was born on June 27, 1954, in Delano, California, and passed away peacefully on March 1 in Tehachapi, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Ellen Langley; her three siblings, Billy, Sis, and Loretta; stepson, Travis; one grandson, Jason; and the love of her life, Gene, who often...
Anthony Patrick Mejia
Feb 28, 2026
It is with great sadness we regret to announce the passing of our beloved Anthony Patrick Mejia. Born to Pam McPherson and John Mejia on December 16, 1987 in Bakersfield CA. Son, brother, father, uncle, cousin and friend. Anthony leaves a loving family who will always cherish his memory. He was preceded in death by his brother, Matthew, his grandparents...
Rhonda Joyce Keys
Feb 27, 2026
Rhonda Joyce Keys, a cherished sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, in her hometown of Bakersfield, California. She was born on June 8, 1951, to Esther Mae Keys and John Riley Keys, both of whom predeceased her, along with her siblings Gladys (Keys) Canfield, Virginia (Keys) Goslar, Emory Keys, Richard Keys, Larry Keys, and Bill...
Wilma Remona Greenlee
Feb 27, 2026
Wilma Remona Greenlee “Ma” (September 5, 1938 – February 27, 2026)
Wilma was born in Knox City, Texas, on September 5, 1938, to Mildred Carpenter and Arthur Waldron. She joined the Lord on February 27, 2026, in Bakersfield, California. Wilma and Dale built their lives on faith, family, and hard work. She spent 15 years in Belridge, where she made many...
Darrell Voth
2026
Darrell Henry Voth, 77, of Grover Beach, California, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 18, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. A beloved husband, father, community leader, and friend, Darrell lived a life defined by adventure, service, and deep devotion to his family, friends, and community. He was born on June 22, 1948 to Evelyn and Loren Voth, at Miss...
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...

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