Claude Hillis Horton Sr.
May 23, 2020
Claude Hillis Horton Sr. born on May 14, 1927 in Pryor, Oklahoma and passed from this earth on May 23, 2020 in Bakersfield, Ca at the age of 93. He is survived by his lovely wife of 72 years, Mary Maxine Horton. He leaves behind 6 sons, Ray, Sonny, Bobby (Teresa), Daniel (Ellen), Mike, Ben (Toni), one daughter, Gwen...
Veneranda S. Torres
May 16, 2020
Veneranda Soto Torres was born in Viejo Chupicuaro, Mexico on October 25, 1937 to parents Jose Soto and Maria De Jesus Gonzalez. Veneranda married Alberto Jesus Torres and began raising 11 successful children. The family settled in Wasco, Ca. and quickly became a part of the community. Vene as she was called by many, was a loving person who...
Van Don Jewell
May 9, 2020
Van Don Jewell was born October 11, 1948 in Rutherford, TN to Don and Margie Jewell. He married the love of his life Lillian "Lilly" Tyler Jewell in Atlanta, GA on November 7, 1969. Lilly preceded him in death at the age of 54 on February 14, 2003. They had three daughters, Rena Jewell of Bakersfield, CA, Rachel and...
Rosemary Lopez
May 5, 2020
Rosemary was born on August 22, 1940 in California. She married Trinidad "Benny" Lopez when she was 17 years old. She was a skilled homemaker and loving mother. She had raised many children, both biological and adopted. She was a strict mother who wanted the best for her children. Rosemary provided for her family and made sure they had...
Sharon Fay Zellanack
May 5, 2020
Due to Covid 19 restrictions, Private Family Services Will Be Held At South Kern Cemetery District. Please join the family on FaceBook live at the graveside, Friday, May 8, 2020 at 10am go to your FB app and search - Peters funeral homes to join service Please log in at 9:50am
Jose G. Gomez
May 1, 2020
Jose G. Gomez was born in Raymondville, Texas on December 12, 1948 to parents Jose Gomez and Madronia (Herrera) Gomez. Joe moved to California with family in 1960 and eventually settled in Arvin in 1969. Joe married Beatriz and together they raised four sons. Joe was a hard worker and provider for the family. He was a great father...
Jeffrey James Van Sickle
Apr 29, 2020
Jeffrey James Van Sickle, 57, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020 in Bakersfield, California. Jeffrey was born May 23, 1962 in Columbus, Ohio, the oldest of three children. He spent a lifetime of helping others. He was creative and could repair anything. He never said no to a challenging job, he would always figure it out. He enjoyed spending...
Analise Grace Rivera
Apr 19, 2020
Analise Grace Rivera was born in Bakersfield, California on January 17, 2020 to proud parents Ruben Rivera Jr. and Wendy Langley. Analise lived for 3 months and brought much joy to her parents and sister. She was a vibrant infant with a blooming personality. Analise embraced God's heavenly cradle on April 19, 2020 in Bakersfield, California. She will be...
Jacinto Gomez
Apr 17, 2020
Jacinto Ruiz Gomez was born August 17, 1942 in Donna, TX, to parents Siriaco and Maria Gomez. He married the love of his life, Concepcion (Maldonado) Gomez, in Edinburg, TX, on March 23, 1961. The couple moved to California in 1962, and settled in Shafter, CA, in 1965. Jacinto worked as a truck driver and in farming during his...
Eugenio Pilar Lopez
Apr 14, 2020
Eugenio was born in Bakersfield, California on December 17, 1980 to loving parents Victoriano Lopez Jr. and Deborah (Villalobos) Lopez. Family would describe Eugenio as having a heart of gold. He enjoyed lending a helping hand whenever anyone needed anything, especially his parents. Eugenio cared for his parents and worked at his father's side for many years in a...
Yoko Tonoike Martin
Apr 14, 2020
Yoko Tonoike Martin 12/10/1944 - 4/14/2020 Visitation Services will be conducted by Peters Funeral Home for Yoko Martin, age 78, on Saturday and Sunday from 12pm - 4pm. Yoko came to Bakersfield, CA in 1963 from Tokyo, Japan with her husband, Tommy Martin. She worked as a registered nurse for 26 years at San Joaquin Hospital in Bakersfield, CA...
Leroy James Kroeker
Apr 13, 2020
On Monday April 13, 2020, Leroy James Kroeker, loving father and grandfather passed away peacefully at the age of 89. He is now with his Lord and Savior. Leroy was born on July 26, 1930 in Livingston, CA to William and Marie Kroeker. They lived and worked on the family farm in Merced, CA. Leroy worked on the farm...
Martin Roque Jr.
Apr 11, 2020
Martin Roque Jr. was born in Seville, California on September 19, 1932 to parents Martin Roque Sr. and Sabastiana (Motrico) Roque. Martin was devoted to his faith, family, and country. He joined the Army as a young man and was stationed at Fort Lawton , Washington during his tenure. After returning home, he married and his first wife, Helen...
